1. Introduction
These guidelines are designed to help authors prepare their manuscripts for submission. Following these instructions will ensure a smooth peer-review and publication process. Authors retain copyright and grant the journal the right of first publication.
2. Manuscript Sections
Manuscripts should generally include the following sections:
- Title Page: Title (concise and specific), author names, affiliations, and contact information (email, ORCID).
- Abstract: A single paragraph summary, typically 150-250 words, without references or figures.
- Introduction: Background and purpose of the research, setting the context of previous work.
- Methods: Detailed description of procedures and experimental methods used.
- Results: Presentation of findings, including figures and tables.
- Discussion/Conclusion: Interpretation of results, implications, and suggestions for future studies.
- Acknowledgments: Recognition of funding sources or contributors.
- References: A consistently formatted list of all cited works.
3. Formatting and Style
- Font: Use a standard font like 12 pt Times New Roman.
- Spacing: Double-line spacing with 1-inch (2.5 cm) margins.
- Headings: Use bold for main section headings (e.g., Introduction).
- Language: Manuscripts must be in English (US or UK spelling, be consistent) and clearly written.
- File Format: Submissions are typically accepted as .docx or PDF files.
