Guidelines
To ensure a smooth submission and review process, authors are required to follow these comprehensive guidelines:
Manuscript Formatting
- Manuscripts should be typed in Times New Roman, 12-point font, and formatted as double-spaced text.
- The title page must include the manuscript title, author names, their affiliations, and the contact information for the corresponding author, including an email address for efficient communication.
- All pages should be numbered consecutively, starting from the title page.
Abstract Requirements
- The abstract must be concise, with a maximum length of 250 words.
- It should be structured to include the following sections:
- Background: Briefly introduce the research topic and its significance.
- Objectives: Clearly state the aims of the study.
- Methods: Summarize the methodology employed in the research.
- Results: Present the key findings of the study.
- Conclusion: Highlight the implications of the results and potential future directions.
Keywords
- Authors are required to provide 4-6 relevant keywords that reflect the main topics and themes of the research.
- These keywords will aid in the indexing and categorization of the article, enhancing its visibility and accessibility.
Figures and Tables
- High-resolution images, charts, and graphs must be submitted as separate files from the main manuscript. Each figure and table should be clearly labeled with appropriate captions.
- Authors should ensure that all figures and tables are referenced in the manuscript text and provide a brief description of their significance.
Referencing Style
- Authors must follow the Vancouver citation style for all references cited within the manuscript.
- All references should be listed in numerical order as they appear in the text and formatted according to the guidelines provided by the journal.
- Authors are encouraged to verify that all citations are accurate and up-to-date, including those from primary research articles, reviews, and other relevant literature.
Ethical Considerations
- For research involving human participants or animal subjects, authors must provide documentation confirming approval from an ethics committee or institutional review board (IRB).
- Evidence of informed consent must be obtained from all human participants involved in the study, and this should be clearly stated in the manuscript.
- Authors should disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the study, including funding sources or personal relationships that may influence the research.
Additional Considerations
- Manuscripts should be original, not previously published, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere.
- Authors should ensure that their work adheres to the journal's scope and aims.
- Prior to submission, a thorough proofread for grammar, spelling, and adherence to the guidelines is recommended to enhance clarity and readability.