Manuscript Preparation
Formatting requirements, structure, and style guidelines for your manuscript
File Format
Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx) or LaTeX files accepted
Page Layout
Double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman or Arial font
Page Limits
Research articles: 5,000-8,000 words; Review articles: 8,000-12,000 words
Line Numbers
Include continuous line numbers for reviewer convenience
Article Structure
Required sections and organization of your manuscript
Title Page
Title, author names, affiliations, ORCID IDs, and corresponding author details
Abstract
150-250 words summarizing objectives, methods, results, and conclusions
Keywords
4-6 keywords for indexing and search optimization
Main Text
Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion sections
References
APA 7th edition format with DOI links when available
Figures & Tables
High-resolution images and clearly formatted tables
Figures & Tables
Guidelines for visual elements and data presentation
Resolution
Minimum 300 DPI for images; vector formats preferred
Formats
TIFF, EPS, JPEG, or PNG files accepted
Captions
Descriptive captions placed below figures and above tables
Color
Color figures are encouraged but ensure readability in grayscale
Permissions
Obtain permission for previously published figures
Ethical Considerations
Policies on research ethics, conflicts of interest, and human/animal subjects
Human Subjects
Ethics committee approval and informed consent documentation required
Animal Research
Compliance with ARRIVE guidelines and institutional animal care standards
Conflicts of Interest
Disclose all financial and non-financial competing interests
Data Availability
Statement on data availability and sharing practices
Plagiarism
All submissions screened for plagiarism; 15% similarity threshold
Submission Process
Step-by-step guide to submitting your manuscript
Create Account
Register for an account in our submission system
Select Journal
Choose the appropriate journal for your research
Upload Files
Submit manuscript, figures, tables, and supplementary materials
Enter Metadata
Provide title, abstract, keywords, and author information
Suggest Reviewers
Optional: Suggest potential peer reviewers
Submit & Track
Submit and track your manuscript status online
Quick Tips for Success
Expert advice to improve your chances of acceptance
Use Active Voice
Write clearly and concisely using active voice where possible
Check References
Ensure all references are complete and formatted correctly
Proofread Carefully
Review for grammar, spelling, and clarity before submission
Follow Journal Scope
Confirm your manuscript aligns with journal aims and scope
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Ensure a smooth submission process by avoiding these common pitfalls
Additional Resources
Download templates and forms to help with your submission
Manuscript Template
Download our Word template for proper formatting
LaTeX Style Files
LaTeX template and style files for authors
Checklist for Authors
Pre-submission checklist to ensure compliance
Ethics Statement Form
Required form for human/animal research
Conflict of Interest Form
Disclosure form for competing interests
Copyright Transfer Agreement
CTA form for authors