Submission Requirements

Manuscript Format

  • Microsoft Word (.docx) format only
  • 12-point Times New Roman font
  • Double line spacing throughout
  • 3 cm margins on all sides
  • Maximum 8,000 words (including references)

Required Files

  • Main manuscript document
  • Cover letter (separate file)
  • Figures in high-resolution (300 dpi minimum)
  • Supplementary materials (if applicable)
  • Signed copyright form (upon acceptance)

Manuscript Structure

  1. Title page with complete author information
  2. Abstract (200-300 words)
  3. Keywords (5-7 terms)
  4. Main text sections
  5. References (APA 7th edition)
  6. Tables and figures with captions

Important Notes

  • Include ORCID iD for all authors
  • Declare all funding sources
  • State conflicts of interest (if any)
  • Submit ethical approval documents for human/animal studies
  • Include data availability statement