Welcome to PeerCite! We are delighted that you are considering publishing your research with us. To ensure a smooth and efficient publishing process, please adhere to the following author guidelines.
1. Manuscript Submission
Format: Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format. Ensure that the text is double-spaced, using a standard 12-point font, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
Title Page : Include a title page with the title of the manuscript, the names and affiliations of all authors, and the corresponding author’s contact information.
Abstract: Provide an abstract of no more than 250 words summarizing the key points of your research.
Keywords: List up to six keywords that best describe your manuscript.
2. Structure of the Manuscript
Introduction: Clearly state the purpose of the research and provide a concise review of the relevant literature.
Methods: Describe the methodology used in detail, allowing replication of the study.
Results: Present the findings of your study with appropriate use of tables and figures.
Discussion: Interpret the results, highlighting the significance and implications of your findings.
Conclusion: Provide a brief summary of the research and suggest future directions.
References: Use APA, MLA, or Chicago style for citations and references. Ensure all references cited in the text are listed in the reference section and vice versa.
3. Ethical Considerations
Plagiarism: All submissions must be original work. Manuscripts will be checked for plagiarism, and those found to contain plagiarized material will be rejected.
Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
Human and Animal Rights: Research involving human participants or animals must comply with ethical standards. Include a statement confirming that ethical approval was obtained.
4. Figures and Tables
Figures: Submit figures as separate high-resolution files (JPEG, PNG, or TIFF). Include a descriptive caption for each figure.
Tables: Tables should be included within the manuscript file. Each table must have a title and be numbered consecutively.
5. Supplementary Materials
If your manuscript includes supplementary materials (e.g., datasets, additional figures), provide these as separate files and clearly indicate them in the manuscript.
6. Review Process
Initial Screening: Upon submission, manuscripts undergo an initial screening by the editorial team to assess suitability.
Peer Review: Suitable manuscripts are sent for double-blind peer review. Reviewers assess the manuscript based on originality, methodology, significance, and clarity.
Revision: Authors may be asked to revise their manuscripts based on reviewer feedback. Revisions should be submitted within the stipulated time frame.
Final Decision: The editorial team makes the final decision based on reviewer recommendations.
7. Post-Acceptance
Proofreading: Accepted manuscripts will be professionally proofread. Authors will have the opportunity to review and approve the final proofs.
Publication: Upon approval of the proofs, the manuscript will be published online with a DOI.
8. Open Access and Licensing
Open Access: All articles published with PeerCite are open access, making your research freely available to a global audience.
Licensing: Authors retain copyright and grant PeerCite the right to publish the manuscript under a Creative Commons license.
9. Digital Certificates
Authors will receive a lifetime verifiable digital certificate upon publication. This certificate can be shared on LinkedIn, Facebook, and other professional platforms.
10. Contact Information
For any queries or further assistance, please contact our editorial team at [insert contact email].
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