Instructions for Authors

At Science Media Research Group, we provide a platform for the dissemination of high-quality scholarly research across multiple disciplines. To maintain the integrity, consistency, and readability of published work, all authors must carefully follow the manuscript preparation and submission guidelines outlined below.

General Requirements

• Manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatical English. Authors whose native language is not English are strongly encouraged to seek professional editing support before submission.
• All submissions should be prepared in Microsoft Word format (DOC/DOCX). PDF files will not be accepted for initial submission.
• Use a uniform font such as Times New Roman, size 12, with double-line spacing and margins of at least 2.5 cm on all sides.
• Pages should be numbered consecutively, and line numbers may be included for easier review.

Manuscript Structure

To ensure clarity, manuscripts should follow the standard structure below:

Title Page

• Full manuscript title (concise, informative, and without abbreviations).
• Full names of all authors, along with institutional affiliations.
• Corresponding author details (name, email, phone number, and postal address).
• Acknowledgment of contributions, funding, or conflicts of interest, if applicable.

Abstract

• A single paragraph of no more than 250–300 words.
• Should summarize background, objectives, methods, key findings, and conclusions.
• Avoid citations and abbreviations.

Keywords

Provide 3–6 relevant keywords arranged alphabetically.

Main Text (IMRAD Format)

• Introduction: Present the background, significance, and aim of the study.
• Materials and Methods: Clearly describe the methodology, including study design, population/sample, instruments, data collection, and statistical methods. Ensure reproducibility.
• Results: Present findings logically using text, tables, and figures. Avoid duplicating information across formats.
• Discussion: Interpret results, highlight their significance, compare with prior studies, and acknowledge limitations.
• Conclusion: Briefly summarize the major findings and their implications.

Acknowledgments

Mention individuals, institutions, or funding bodies that supported the work.

References

• Must be formatted consistently according to the journal’s reference style (APA/Harvard/Vancouver, depending on journal policy).
• Include all authors (unless more than six, then use “et al.”).
• Provide DOIs or URLs where applicable.

Tables and Figures

• Tables: Prepare tables using Word’s table function; do not insert images of tables. Each table should have a descriptive title and numbered in order of appearance. Footnotes may be used to explain abbreviations.
• Figures: Submit high-resolution images (minimum 300 dpi) in JPEG, PNG, or TIFF format. Each figure must have a clear legend.
• Ensure that figures and tables are cited in the text in sequential order.

Supplementary Materials

Authors may include additional datasets, appendices, or multimedia files as supplementary information. These should be clearly labeled and referenced in the manuscript.

Ethical Standards

• Human and Animal Studies: Submissions involving human participants must include a statement of ethical approval from an appropriate committee and informed consent from participants. Studies involving animals must follow internationally accepted guidelines.
• Plagiarism Policy: Manuscripts will be screened using plagiarism detection software. Any submission with significant overlap will be rejected.
• Conflicts of Interest: All authors must declare financial or personal relationships that could influence the work.

Authorship Criteria

Authorship should be limited to individuals who made significant contributions to the conception, design, execution, or interpretation of the research. Contributors not meeting authorship criteria should be acknowledged separately.

Length of Manuscripts

• Original Research Articles: 4,000–6,000 words excluding references.
• Review Articles: Up to 8,000 words with comprehensive coverage.
• Case Reports / Short Communications: 1,500–2,500 words.
• Letters / Editorials: Maximum 1,000 words.

Submission Process

• Manuscripts should be submitted electronically via the online submission system or designated journal email.
• Only one submission per manuscript is allowed; duplicate submissions will not be considered.
• A cover letter must accompany the submission, briefly outlining the significance of the study and confirming that the work is original and not under consideration elsewhere.

Peer Review and Revision

• All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers.
• Authors may be requested to revise their manuscripts in response to reviewer comments. Revised versions should highlight changes made.
• The editorial office reserves the right to reject submissions that do not meet journal standards.

Copyright and Licensing

• Upon acceptance, authors must sign a copyright transfer agreement granting Science Media Research Group publishing rights.
• Articles are published under an open-access model, ensuring free availability worldwide. Authors retain rights for non-commercial reuse of their work.

Proofs and Publication

• Page proofs will be sent to the corresponding author before publication. Authors should review carefully and return corrections promptly.
• Only minor corrections (spelling, formatting) will be accepted at proof stage.

Post-Publication Policies

• Authors may request reprints or share their articles via institutional repositories.
• Any corrections, retractions, or expressions of concern will be issued in line with publication ethics guidelines.

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