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Important notes on submission format, references, and ethics.

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Author

Submission guidelines and formatting standards for manuscripts.

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Editor

Editorial responsibilities, decision flow, and peer review protocol.

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Reviewer

Peer-review standards, confidentiality and evaluation criteria.

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General Instructions

📩 Submitting Your Manuscript
  • Submit via Online Manuscript System or email to info@glintopenaccess.com
  • Ensure manuscript is original and not under review elsewhere
  • Include all figures/tables in a single Word file (Arial font preferred)
  • The cover letter must state that all coauthors approve submission
📚 Types of Articles
  • Regular Articles: Detailed original research
  • Short Communications: Brief reports (2–4 pages)
  • Reviews: Topical summaries (12–18 manuscript pages)
Manuscript Format
  • Title Page: Include full names, affiliations, and contact details
  • Abstract: 100–200 words, self-explanatory, no references
  • Keywords: 5–10 relevant terms for indexing
  • Abbreviations: Define nonstandard terms clearly
  • Structure: Introduction → Methods → Results → Discussion → Conclusion
  • References: Use alphabetical order and include full citations (in-text: Igoni 2000; Okoro et al., 2003)
  • Figures/Tables: High-res image formats; each table on a separate page
  • Short Communications: Max 2 figures, 1 table, 100-word abstract
🔍 Peer Review & Timeline

Manuscripts are peer-reviewed by experts in the field. Review comments are typically returned in 3 weeks. Accepted articles are published within 8 weeks of submission.

Final proofs are shared via email as PDF. Only minor corrections are permitted at that stage.

APC & Copyright
  • Processing Fee: 1019 USD per article
  • Waiver requests: May be considered under special cases
  • Copyright: Transfers to publisher upon acceptance
  • Plagiarism/Ethics: Allegations are taken seriously. Report concerns to the editorial office

Guidelines for Authors

Article Submission

Ensure that each manuscript includes:

  • An abstract of ~300 words summarizing the study's purpose, methods, and findings
  • Proper formatting according to journal standards
Accepted Article Types

Research articles, reviews, abstracts, book reviews, short communications, letters, case-reports, clinical images, product reviews, conference proceedings, and more.

Structure of a Research Article
  • Cover Letter: Type of article, originality statement, key focus, and 5 referee contacts.
  • Title: ≤15 words, Times New Roman, Bold, Title Case; author names and affiliations included.
  • Abstract: Max 300 words. Summary of objectives, methods, and major results. No citations.
  • Keywords: Include 7–10 relevant terms.
  • Abbreviations: Define on first use; list all if used frequently.
  • Introduction: Explain study background, purpose, and relevance. Add citations.
  • Materials and Methods: Detailed protocols; ensure reproducibility.
  • Results and Discussion: Present findings clearly with interpretation and implications.
  • Conclusion: Tie findings back to the original hypothesis or objective.
  • Figures: High-res TIFF/JPEG; label parts with uppercase letters. Submit figure legends separately.
  • Tables: Submit in .doc format; use plain Word formatting—not embedded Excel.
  • Equations: Use MathType for clean formatting.
  • Supplementary Material: Submit as a single PDF with labeled figures or diagrams.
  • Acknowledgment: Mention funders and grant numbers.
Other Article Formats
  • Review Articles: Abstract, critical discussion, figures/tables, citations, and a conclusion.
  • Case Studies: Include case/method section, discussion, and conclusion.
  • Editorials: Written by editors on current developments in the field.
  • Clinical Images: Max 5 high-quality figures with brief description (no separate legend needed).
  • Book Reviews: Context of the author and comparative commentary.
  • Short Communications: Max 3000 words, no headings, 100-word abstract.
  • Letters to Editor: Concise observations or commentary on published work.
References

Use Vancouver referencing style. Include at least one online link (preferably PubMed).

  • Journal: Author. Title. J Short Name Year;Vol(Issue):Pages.
  • Book Chapter: Author. Title. In: Editor. City: Publisher; Year:Pages.
  • Thesis: Author. Title. Degree thesis. University, Department; Year.
  • Conference: Author (Ed). Conference Title. Date. Place; Publisher; Year.
APC & Copyright

Article Publication Charges vary by journal. See respective journal pages for details.

All submitted content is protected. We take allegations of plagiarism, fraud, or ethical disputes seriously. Please report violations immediately.

Guidelines for Editors

Our editors play a pivotal role in upholding the journal’s academic quality, ensuring ethical peer review, and guiding impactful content to publication.

Role of the Editorial Board
  • Recruit qualified researchers and academic leaders for the board.
  • Maintain journal consistency, prestige, and scholarly standards.
  • Oversee the peer review process and guide reviewers where necessary.
  • Make final decisions based on novelty, quality, and reviewer feedback.
Manuscript Decision Workflow
  • Initial screening: reject flawed or plagiarized submissions with justification.
  • Assign reviewers based on relevance and balance.
  • Consider author-suggested reviewers, but verify their credibility.
  • Maintain reviewer anonymity and guide them using provided forms.
Revision Timeline
  • Major Revisions: 10 days to respond with updated manuscript.
  • Minor Revisions: 7 days turnaround recommended.
  • No Revisions: Direct acceptance for publish-ready manuscripts.
  • Editor communicates clearly if revisions are ambiguous.
Best Practices for Editors
  • Submit at least three editorial pieces per year to support journal themes.
  • Proactively recruit promising authors and promote manuscript quality.
  • Encourage publication of advanced technologies and novel discoveries.
  • Suggest titles for special issues and contribute to thematic planning.
  • Ensure timely communication and uphold peer-review ethics.

Guidelines for Reviewers

Reviewers play a vital role in upholding academic integrity and scientific quality. Here's what we expect from every reviewer.

📌 Before Accepting a Review
  • Accept only if the manuscript matches your expertise.
  • If unavailable, inform the editor promptly or suggest an alternate reviewer.
  • Adhere to the 14-day review deadline or request an extension early.
  • Disclose any potential conflict of interest.
🧪 Review Process & Ethics
  • Provide objective, constructive, and unbiased feedback.
  • Judge based on originality, clarity, and scientific merit.
  • Evaluate structure: abstract, introduction, methods, results, and conclusion.
  • Maintain confidentiality; contact only the editor.
📝 Evaluation Criteria
  • Originality and innovation
  • Contribution to the field
  • Scientific rigor and accuracy
  • Clarity of writing and presentation
  • Sound methodology and depth of research
✅ Recommendations
  • Accept
  • Minor Revision
  • Major Revision
  • Out of scope – Submit elsewhere
  • Reject
🎯 Responsibilities of the Reviewer
  • Deliver honest, impartial, and detailed reviews to improve manuscript quality.
  • Do not review work authored by yourself, collaborators, or close affiliates.
  • Report ethical concerns such as plagiarism, duplicate publication, or misuse of human/animal subjects.
  • Verify authors followed ethical policies and journal guidelines.
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