1. Manuscript Preparation
1.1 General Requirements
– Language: Manuscripts must be written in English.
– Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 8,000 words, including references and appendices. Shorter papers, such as brief reports and commentaries, are also welcome.
– Format: Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or LaTeX (.tex) format.
1.2 Structure
– Title Page:
– Title of the manuscript
– Full names of all authors
– Affiliations and email addresses of all authors
– Corresponding author’s contact information
– Acknowledgments and funding sources
– Abstract:
– A concise summary of the research (150-250 words)
– Include background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusions
– Keywords: Provide 4-6 keywords that accurately reflect the manuscript’s content.
– Main Text: Organize the manuscript into the following sections:
– Introduction
– Methods
– Results
– Discussion
– Conclusion
– References
1.3 Formatting
– Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced text, and 1-inch margins on all sides.
– Headings: Use APA style for headings and subheadings.
– Figures and Tables:
– Include figures and tables within the text at appropriate locations.
– Number figures and tables consecutively (e.g., Figure 1, Table 1).
– Provide descriptive captions for each figure and table.
– References:
– Use APA (American Psychological Association) 7th edition style for references.
– Example: Ramesh, F.J. (2020). Title of the article. *Journal Name, Volume*(Issue), page numbers. https:// abc.org/xx.xxx/yyyy
2. Ethical Considerations
– Ethical Approval: Include a statement confirming that ethical approval was obtained for research involving human or animal subjects.
– Informed Consent: State that informed consent was obtained from all human participants.
– Conflict of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
3. Supplementary Materials
– Supporting Information: Submit any supplementary materials (e.g., datasets, additional figures) as separate files.
4. Manuscript Submission
4.1 Initial Submission
– Submission: Submit the manuscript via email
– Cover Letter: Include a cover letter addressing the editor, highlighting the significance of the research and its relevance to the journal.
– Declarations: Provide declarations regarding authorship, originality, ethical considerations, and conflicts of interest.
5. Peer Review Process
– Review Process: Manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer review process.
– Reviewer Suggestions: Authors may suggest potential reviewers, but the final selection is at the editor’s discretion.
– Revision Requests: Authors will receive reviewer feedback and may be asked to revise their manuscript accordingly.
6. Revisions and Resubmission
– Response Letter: Submit a detailed response letter outlining how each reviewer comment was addressed.
– Revised Manuscript: Submit the revised manuscript through email.
7. Proofs and Publication
– Proofreading: Authors will receive page proofs for final proofreading and approval.
– Corrections: Check for typographical errors, formatting issues, and other minor corrections.
– Final Approval: After final corrections, authors approve the proofs for publication.
– Publication: The manuscript is published online and/or in print, and the final version is made available to readers.
8. Post-Publication
– Distribution: The journal distributes the published article through its platforms, databases, and indexing services.
– Promotion: Authors and the journal may promote the article through press releases, social media, and academic networks.
– Engagement: Authors are encouraged to engage with the academic community through presentations, discussions, and further research inspired by the published work.
9. Contact Information
For any queries regarding the submission process or manuscript preparation, please contact the editorial office.