Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You can submit your manuscript through the journal’s submission link (typically “Submit Manuscript”). Prepare your files according to the Author Guidelines and ensure all required documents are included.

• Manuscript (Word/LaTeX PDF depending on journal instructions)
• Figures/tables (if separate files are requested)
• Cover letter (recommended)
• Conflict of interest and funding statements

Depending on the journal scope, we accept research articles, review papers, case reports, short communications, methodological papers, and editorials. Always check the journal’s “Aims & Scope” and “Author Guidelines”.

Please follow the journal’s Author Guidelines. Common requirements include structured sections (Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion), figure and table captions, and complete references in the required style.

Some journals may charge an APC to cover editorial processing, online hosting, and archiving. APC details (amount, payment timing, waivers) are provided on each journal website.

No. Simultaneous submissions are not allowed. Please submit your manuscript to one journal at a time. If you decide to submit elsewhere, you should withdraw your submission first.

Timelines vary by journal and reviewer availability. Typical steps include initial editorial screening, peer review, revision, and final decision. You will be notified by email as your manuscript progresses.

After acceptance, your manuscript proceeds to copyediting, typesetting, proofing, and publication. You may receive page proofs to check before final publication.

Yes. Authors may request withdrawal by contacting the editorial office with the manuscript details. Withdrawals during or after peer review should include a valid reason.

Authorship should reflect significant contributions to the work (concept/design, data collection, analysis, drafting/revising). All authors must approve the final version and agree to submission. Changes to authorship after submission require editorial approval and consent from all authors.

You must include ethical approval details (IRB/ethics committee), informed consent (where applicable), and compliance with relevant guidelines for human/animal research.

In many cases, preprints are allowed. If your work is posted as a preprint, please disclose it at submission. Final policy may vary by journal, so check journal guidelines.

You can apply through “Join as Reviewer” (if available) or email the journal editorial office with your CV, areas of expertise, and recent publications.

Manuscripts under review are confidential. Reviewers must not share, use, or distribute manuscript content and should declare conflicts of interest immediately.

Provide a brief summary, major comments (methodology, novelty, results), minor comments (clarity, formatting), and a clear recommendation (accept/minor revision/major revision/reject).

Report concerns confidentially to the editor with supporting evidence (e.g., overlapping sources, suspicious figures). Do not contact the authors directly.

Yes. If you cannot review within the timeline or have a conflict of interest, please decline quickly. You may suggest alternative reviewers if appropriate.

Many journals assign DOIs to published articles to support permanent discovery and citation. DOI availability depends on the journal and issue workflow.

Articles are published on the journal website under the relevant issue/volume and are openly accessible (no paywall). Article pages typically include PDF and full-text formats.

Indexing status varies by journal. Please check the journal’s “Indexing” page for the latest information. We continually work to improve visibility and indexing coverage where eligible.

Yes. Minor corrections may be addressed as an erratum/corrigendum. Major issues may require editorial review and, in rare cases, retraction (see Retraction Policy).

Yes. Journals may organize special issues on focused themes. Guest editors should contact the editorial office with a proposal (topic, scope, timeline, potential contributors).

We have zero tolerance for plagiarism. Submissions may be screened using similarity checks. Manuscripts with unethical overlap may be rejected or returned for clarification.

We generally do not accept duplicate publication. If parts of the work have been published (e.g., conference abstract, preprint, thesis), disclose it clearly during submission and provide citation details.

Authors, reviewers, and editors should disclose any financial or non-financial conflicts that could influence the work. Editorial decisions are made independently and transparently.

Retractions may be issued for serious issues such as plagiarism, unethical research, major errors, or data fabrication. When needed, we publish clear notices to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

Authors should provide sufficient methodological detail and, where possible, share datasets and code or explain limitations. Journals may require a “Data Availability Statement”.

Open access means readers can access articles freely without subscription or paywall barriers. This increases visibility, citations, and real-world impact.

Many journals publish under a Creative Commons license (commonly CC BY), allowing reuse with appropriate attribution. Please confirm the exact license on the journal’s policy page.

Typically, authors retain copyright while granting the journal the right to publish and distribute the work under the selected open-access license. Specific terms are provided in journal policies.

Yes. Open access encourages sharing and archiving. You may post your article link and PDF as permitted by the license. Always include correct citation and DOI (if assigned).

If your journal uses an online submission system, use the “Forgot Password” option. If not available, contact the editorial office for assistance.

Please check your spam/junk folder. If you still do not see it, contact the journal office with your name, manuscript title, and submission date.

Use the Contact page on the journal website or email the listed editorial office address. Include your manuscript ID (if available) to speed up support.