Types of Submissions
- Research article/paper.
- Research communication
- Review article
- Opinion/ commentaries
- Font and Spacing
- Type the manuscript using Times New Roman, 12-point font.
- Ensure double line spacing throughout the document.
- The title must be arranged in a clear structure, with sections numbered 1,2,3, etc. and subsections as 1.1,1.2,1.3, and so on.
- Submit the manuscript in Microsoft Word format.
- Use a single column layout.
- Keep 1-inch margin on all four sides of the page.
- Justify the text for neat alignment
- Number the pages sequentially, placing the page number at the bottom center.
- Number tables as Table 1, Table 2, etc., with titles in Times New Roman, size 10, single spacing. Use clear headings and columns. Place tables near where they are first mentioned.
- Figures should also appear close to their first reference and numbered as Figure 1, Figure 2, etc. Each table, figure, or scheme must have a short caption.
- Use SI units. If other units are given, also mention their SI equivalent in brackets.
- Follow international abbreviation rules in text and illustrations, without a full stop
- Title
- Author
- Abstract
- Keywords
- Introduction
- Materials and methods
- Research Methodology
- Results and discussion
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgements
- Reference
The title of the article must be clear and to the point. Title should be centered and typed in 14-point bold Times New Roman on the title page.
Author
List the name of all authors accurately, separated by commas. Use superscript numbers to indicate affiliations. The corresponding author should be marked with an asterisk (*). Include the present affiliation, and complete email address of the corresponding author in a separate section.
Abstract
Provide a well-structured abstract that clearly and briefly explains the research. Abstract should constitute in a single paragraph not exceeding 250 words.
Keywords
Include 5-6 keywords, listed in alphabetical order.
Introduction
Introduction should be short and focused. It must explain the background and the purpose of the study clearly, but without giving an extensive literature review or summarizing the results.
Materialsandmethods
These sections should give enough details of the methods and procedures used. It should clearly describe how the research was carried out, the data collected, and the results derived.
Research Methodology
It should provide the systematic framework of principles and procedures that guide how knowledge is explored, analysed, and validated.
Results and discussions
The data should be shown clearly and in a logical order, with proper statistical analysis. Repeated or unnecessary information should be avoided. The discussion must explain the importance of the findings, relate them to recent work in the field, and stay short and to the point without adding extra details.
Conclusion
A brief section may be included that highlights the key findings and overall results of the research. This summary should reflect the major outcomes derived from the study and may also suggest possible directions, recommendations, or areas where additional research could be carried out in future.
Acknowledgements
A section of acknowledgements may be added at the end of the manuscript to recognize the contributions of individuals, institutions, or organizations that supported the work.
Reference
References and in-text citations should follow the APA style formatting, using only reliable and accessible sources with DOIs or permanent links that lead directly to the source. Cite references in the order they appear in the text using superscript numbers, and list them in the order at the end.
Source | Format |
Journal Article | Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the article. Title of the Journal, volume number(issue number), page range. https://doi.org/xxxx |
Book | Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book (Edition if applicable). Publisher. https://doi.org/xxxx |
Book chapter | Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the chapter. In E. E. Editor (Ed.), Title of the book (pp. xx–xx). Publisher. https://doi.org/xxxx |
Patent | Inventor, A. A. (Year). Title of patent (Patent No. XXXXX). Issuing Body. URL |
Conference Proceedings | Author, A. A., & Author, B. B. (Year). Title of the paper. In E. E. Editor (Ed.), Title of Proceedings (pp. xx–xx). Publisher. https://doi.org/xxxx |
Dissertation / Thesis Author | Author, A. A. (Year). Title of dissertation or thesis (Publication No. XXXXX) [Doctoral dissertation/Master’s thesis, Institution]. Database or Archive. |