Author Guidelines

1. General Requirements

  • Language: Manuscripts must be written in English.
  • Originality: The submitted work should be original and not previously published or under consideration for publication elsewhere.
  • Article Type: Research articles, reviews, case studies, and theoretical papers are accepted.
  • Manuscript Length: Articles should generally be between 4,000 and 8,000 words, including references, tables, and figures.
  • Plagiarism: Manuscripts must be free from plagiarism. A similarity check will be conducted during the submission process.

2. Manuscript Preparation

  • Title: The title should be concise and informative, reflecting the content of the manuscript.
  • Authors and Affiliations: Include full names, affiliations, and contact details for all authors. The corresponding author must be clearly identified.
  • Abstract: Provide a brief summary of the research, not exceeding 250 words. It should highlight the purpose, methodology, results, and conclusion.
  • Keywords: Include 3-5 keywords that accurately represent the content of the manuscript.
  • Introduction: Present the background, objectives, and significance of the study. Clearly state the research question or hypothesis.
  • Methodology: Describe the research design, data collection methods, and analysis procedures in detail. Ensure that the methodology is replicable.
  • Results: Present the findings clearly and concisely. Use tables and figures where appropriate to enhance the clarity of the data.
  • Discussion: Interpret the results, discussing their implications, limitations, and potential future research directions.
  • Conclusion: Provide a brief summary of the key findings and their relevance to the field.
  • References: All sources cited in the manuscript should be listed in a reference section at the end of the document. Follow the APA (7th edition) citation style.

3. Submission Process

  • Online Submission: Manuscripts should be submitted online through the journal's submission system.
  • File Format: The manuscript should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Cover Letter: Include a cover letter with the submission, briefly explaining the significance of the research and why it is suitable for the journal.
  • Peer Review: All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review process. Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewer feedback.

4. Ethical Considerations

  • Human and Animal Rights: If the research involves human participants or animals, the manuscript must include a statement confirming that the study was conducted in compliance with relevant ethical guidelines.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research.
  • Funding: Include information about any funding sources that supported the research.

5. Copyright and Licensing

  • Copyright: Authors retain copyright of their work but grant the journal a license to publish the manuscript.
  • Licensing: The journal applies a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY), allowing others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.

6. Publication Fees

  • Article Processing Charge (APC): Information on APCs, if applicable, should be provided on the journal's website. Authors will be informed about any fees upon submission.

7. Contact Information

  • Editorial Office: For any queries regarding manuscript submission, peer review process, or publication, please contact the editorial office at [ijmdsa@itscience.org].