About the Journal
The International Journal of Tropical Engineering and Computing (IJTEC) is the official scientific publication of the Tropical Engineering and Computing Research Network (TREN) at the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Benson Idahosa University, Nigeria.
IJTEC was established to bridge research and real-world applications in tropical and sub-tropical settings. It is a multidisciplinary, peer-reviewed, and open-access international journal that seeks to advance knowledge and promote collaborative innovation across engineering and computing disciplines.
Published monthly, the journal offers a platform for scholars, professionals, and researchers to share high-quality original research articles, review papers, technical notes, and case studies. IJTEC uniquely emphasizes solutions adapted to the tropical context, focusing on the environmental, infrastructural, technological, and socio-economic realities of these regions.
Scope and Areas of Focus
IJTEC welcomes submissions in diverse fields, with a strong focus on applied and innovative research relevant to tropical development priorities.
Chemical Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Biochemical Systems
- Polymer and Materials Chemistry
- Environmental Remediation
Civil Engineering
- Structural Systems
- Transportation Infrastructure
- Water Resource Management
- Construction Technologies
Computer Engineering
- Digital Systems Design
- Computer Architecture
- Embedded Systems
- Software Development
- Network Security
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Power Systems and Energy Conversion
- Telecommunications and Signal Processing
- Control Systems and Automation
- Embedded Systems and Electronic Circuit Design
Environmental Engineering
- Wastewater Treatment
- Air Pollution Control
- Solid Waste Management
- Eco-Design
Mechanical Engineering
- Thermal Systems
- Materials Engineering
- Robotics
- Design and Manufacturing
Computer Science & Information Technology
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning (ML)
- Data Science, Big Data & Analytics
- Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics
- Software Engineering & Architecture
- Computer Networks & Cloud Computing
- Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) & User Experience Design
Interdisciplinary and Emerging Technologies
- Smart Cities and Infrastructure Development
- Internet of Things (IoT) & Sensor Networks
- Sustainable Energy Systems (solar, wind, and bioenergy)
- Mechatronics and Automation
- Biomedical Engineering & Healthcare Technologies
Tropical Relevance
True to its mission, IJTEC prioritizes research that addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of tropical regions, including:
1. Resilient and efficient power systems for tropical climates (e.g., microgrids, renewable energy integration)
2. Telecommunication innovations for rural and underserved communities
3. Automation for agriculture, smart infrastructure, and climate monitoring
4. IoT and embedded systems suited to resource-constrained environments
5. Circuit designs optimized for heat, humidity, and dust
6. Signal processing for disaster early warning and public health systems
Types of Publications
IJTEC accepts a wide range of scholarly contributions:
Original Research Articles – Presenting new findings and methodologies
Review Papers – Offering in-depth analysis and literature syntheses
Case Studies – Sharing field-based insights and practical experiences
Technical Notes – Highlighting novel techniques, tools, or early-stage ideas
