For Authors
Author Guidelines
Everything you need to know to prepare and submit your manuscript to our journals.
Submission Requirements
Manuscript Preparation
Follow these guidelines carefully to ensure a smooth review process
Manuscript Format
- Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX format
- Use 12pt Times New Roman or equivalent serif font for body text
- Double-spacing throughout, including references and figure legends
- Page margins must be at least 2.5 cm (1 inch) on all sides
- Line numbers should be included for the review process
- Maximum manuscript length varies by journal — check specific journal guidelines
Structure & Sections
- Title Page: Title, authors, affiliations, corresponding author details, word count
- Abstract: Structured abstract (Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions) up to 300 words
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords for indexing purposes
- Introduction: Background context, objectives, and significance of the study
- Methods: Detailed methodology enabling reproducibility
- Results: Clear presentation of findings with supporting data
- Discussion: Interpretation of results, limitations, and implications
- References: Follow journal-specific citation style (APA, Vancouver, etc.)
Figures & Tables
- Figures must be submitted as separate high-resolution files (300 DPI minimum)
- Accepted formats: TIFF, EPS, PDF, PNG, or JPEG
- Each figure must have a descriptive caption below it
- Tables should be editable (not image format) and numbered sequentially
- Color figures are published free of charge in the online edition
- Supplementary figures can be submitted as supporting information
References & Citations
- Use a consistent citation style as specified by the target journal
- All references cited in text must appear in the reference list and vice versa
- Include DOI numbers for all references where available
- Use reference management software (Zotero, Mendeley, EndNote) recommended
- Web references should include the URL and date of last access
- Preprints may be cited but must be clearly identified as such
Ethics & Compliance
- All research involving human subjects must have IRB/ethics committee approval
- Animal studies must comply with relevant institutional and national guidelines
- Authors must disclose all potential conflicts of interest
- Informed consent must be obtained and documented for human participants
- Data fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism are strictly prohibited
- All authors must meet ICMJE criteria for authorship
Language & Style
- Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English
- American or British English spelling may be used, but must be consistent throughout
- Non-native English speakers are encouraged to use professional editing services
- Avoid jargon and define all abbreviations on first use
- Use SI units for all measurements
- Statistical methods should be described in sufficient detail
Supplementary Materials
- Supplementary data, figures, and tables can be submitted separately
- Large datasets should be deposited in appropriate public repositories
- Code availability statements are required for computational studies
- Video and multimedia supplements are accepted in standard formats
- Supplementary files are reviewed alongside the main manuscript
FAQ
Common Questions
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Once your manuscript is prepared according to these guidelines, start the submission process.
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