Guidelines for Author(s)

  1. Originality and Plagiarism: Authors must ensure that their research papers are original and not previously published or under consideration elsewhere. Plagiarism, including verbatim copying of text, ideas, or data without proper attribution, is strictly prohibited. Authors should use plagiarism detection tools to check their manuscripts before submission.

  2. Structure and Formatting: Research papers should be well-structured, following a clear format that includes an abstract, introduction, methodology, results, discussion, conclusions, and references. Authors should adhere to the journal's specific formatting guidelines regarding font size, spacing, margins, headings, and citation style.

  3. Citation and Referencing: Authors must accurately cite all sources of information, including scholarly articles, books, reports, and websites, used in their research. Use a consistent citation style (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago) as per the journal's guidelines. Direct quotations should be properly cited, and paraphrased information should also include a citation.

  4. Ethical Considerations: Authors should comply with ethical standards in research, including obtaining necessary permissions for using copyrighted material, disclosing conflicts of interest, and ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive information. Research involving human subjects must have ethical approval from relevant institutional review boards.

  5. Data and Analysis: Provide detailed descriptions of research methods, data collection procedures, and data analysis techniques used in the study. Include sufficient information for readers to understand and replicate the research.

  6. Clarity and Precision: Write clearly and concisely, avoiding jargon and unnecessary complexity. Present findings and arguments logically, supporting them with relevant evidence and analysis. Use tables, figures, and graphs where appropriate to enhance clarity and visual representation of data.

  7. Peer Review and Revisions: Authors should be prepared for peer review and respond promptly to feedback from reviewers and editors. Make revisions as necessary to address reviewers' comments and improve the quality of the research paper.

  8. Acknowledgements: Acknowledge contributions from individuals or organizations that have supported the research, provided funding, or offered valuable insights but do not meet the criteria for authorship.

  9. Submission and Publication Ethics: Authors must adhere to the journal's submission guidelines and publication ethics policies, including disclosure of any conflicts of interest, accurate reporting of research findings, and proper attribution of contributions from co-authors and collaborators.