1. Manuscript Submission
Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English.
Submission Platform: All submissions must be made through our online submission system.
File Format: Accepted formats include Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) and LaTeX.
Page Format: Use A4 size with 1-inch margins on all sides. Manuscripts should be single-column, typed in Times New Roman, font size 12, and double-spaced.
Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 30 pages. Extra pages will incur additional fees.
2. Manuscript Structure
Your manuscript should be organized as follows:
- Title: Clear, concise, and descriptive. Avoid abbreviations or jargon.
- Author Information: Include full names, affiliations, emails, and phone numbers. Specify the corresponding author.
- Abstract: Maximum of 300 words, summarizing the research concisely.
- Keywords: 4–7 keywords representing the core themes of the paper.
- Introduction: Outline the background, objectives, and significance of the study.
- Materials and Methods: Describe methodologies in detail to enable reproducibility.
- Results and Discussion: Present data clearly and interpret results in the context of existing literature.
- Acknowledgements: Acknowledge any financial or institutional support.
- References: Use APA style. Citations should follow chronological order. Format in-text citations as (Author, Year) or (Author et al., Year).
3. Figures and Tables
- Placement: Insert figures and tables where they are referenced in the text.
- Numbering: Use sequential numbering (e.g., Figure 1, Table 1).
- Captions: Provide clear, self-explanatory captions below figures and above tables.
- Quality: All figures must be at least 300 dpi in resolution.
- Formatting: Use consistent fonts and spacing. Tables should be legible and not split across pages.
4. Originality and Plagiarism
- Original Work: Manuscripts must not be under review elsewhere or previously published.
- Plagiarism Check: All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software.
- Self-Plagiarism: Reusing your own previously published content without citation is not allowed.
5. Ethical Standards
- Authorship: All listed authors must have made significant contributions to the research.
- Conflicts of Interest: Any potential conflicts must be disclosed at submission.
- Research Ethics: Studies involving human or animal subjects must have received proper ethical approval and follow institutional guidelines.
6. Peer Review Process
ISR Publisher employs a double-blind peer review process:
- Authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the review.
- Reviewers assess originality, relevance, research quality, clarity, and compliance with journal standards.
- The standard review timeline is 4–6 weeks.
7. Revisions and Resubmission
If revisions are required:
- Authors must address all reviewer comments point-by-point.
- Revised manuscripts must be submitted within the specified timeframe.
- Late submissions may result in rejection or resubmission as a new manuscript.
8. Proofreading and Publication
- Prior to publication, authors will receive galley proofs for final review.
- It is the author’s responsibility to thoroughly check and correct any errors.
- Once approved, the paper will be published in the next available issue.
9. Publication Fees
ISR Publisher operates under an open access model with applicable publication fees:
- Standard Article (up to 30 pages): Fee details are available on the website.
- Extra Pages: Additional charges apply for manuscripts exceeding the limit.
- Waivers: Partial or full waivers may be available for authors from developing countries or those facing financial hardship. Please contact the editorial office to request a waiver.
10. Creative Commons License – CC BY-NC
All publications by ISR Publisher are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial (CC BY-NC) license.
Under this license, users may:
- Share: Copy and redistribute the work in any medium or format.
- Adapt: Remix, transform, and build upon the work.
However, commercial use is strictly prohibited without further permission.
