As President of the Libyan International Medical University (LIMU), I am pleased to introduce the Libyan International Medical University Journal (LIMUJ)—a platform dedicated to advancing medical research through global collaboration.
We welcome submissions from researchers worldwide and invite you to join us in shaping
the future of health care knowledge.
A Journal with Purpose
LIMU is not a traditional institution. Our mission is twofold: to deliver innovative,
active learning, problem-based medical education and to foster a robust research culture
at all academic levels. Since its beginning in 2016, LIMUJ has served as a cornerstone
of this vision, providing a platform to amplify medical research from Libya and beyond
while promoting global academic exchange.
A Journal on the Rise: Directory of Open Access Journals Indexing and Beyond
A Journal on the Rise: Directory of Open Access Journals Indexing and Beyond
We are proud to announce that LIMUJ has been re-indexed in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ)—a significant milestone in our journey toward broader international recognition.
This achievement reflects our commitment to maintaining high editorial standards,
rigorous peer review, and open-access principles. While we celebrate this step, we
continue striving for inclusion in additional indexing databases to expand the reach
and impact of the research we publish.
Global Voices, Local Relevance
Global Voices, Local Relevance
This special issue of LIMUJ exemplifies our journal's diversity and academic rigor,
featuring contributions from esteemed researchers across Libya, India, Canada, and
the United Arab Emirates. Among the notable works:
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Global Perspectives on Pressing Issues: Beshyah's thought-provoking analysis of predatory
publishing challenges us to create more equitable academic spaces,[1] while his comprehensive review of Ramadan fasting's health effects provides valuable
insights for clinicians worldwide.[2]
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Clinical Excellence: The thorough review by Elhwuegi and Elfakhri on statin therapy
exemplifies our commitment to publishing research that directly informs and improves
clinical practice, particularly in the area of cardiovascular risk management.[3]
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Public Health Leadership: Our groundbreaking study on childhood obesity in Benghazi
(revealing a startling 28% prevalence) provides crucial data to guide regional health
policies and interventions.[4]
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Diagnostic Advancement: The reported case of penile amelanotic melanoma, the first
from India, highlights the importance of maintaining high clinical suspicion for rare
presentations.[5]
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Evolution of Medical Knowledge: Gargoum's comprehensive review of constrictive pericarditis
beautifully illustrates how medical understanding evolves over time, from historical
tuberculosis associations to modern iatrogenic causes.[6]
At LIMUJ, we have implemented a rigorous peer-review process that evaluates manuscripts
based solely on their scientific merit, methodological soundness, and potential impact.
Our editorial board, comprising experts from various medical specialties and geographical
regions, ensures this standard is maintained while providing constructive feedback
to authors.
We Particularly Encourage Submissions That
We Particularly Encourage Submissions That
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Address pressing health challenges in North Africa and the Middle East
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Offer innovative solutions applicable to resource-limited settings
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Bridge gaps between basic science and clinical practice
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Present rare cases with important learning points
To potential authors, we offer:
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✓ Free submission and publication
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✓ Rapid yet thorough peer review
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✓ International visibility through our growing indexing
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✓ Opportunities for early-career researchers
To our readers, we promise:
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✔ Clinically relevant, evidence-based content
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✔ Diverse perspectives from global experts
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✔ Open access to all published materials
As we look to the future, LIMUJ will continue to serve as a platform where quality
research meets real-world impact. We invite you to join us in this mission—whether
as contributing authors, peer reviewers, or engaged readers. Together, we can advance
medical science while making it truly inclusive and accessible.
