Guide for Authors
Writing Format
- Paper: A4
- Margins (mirrored): Top (2 cm) Bottom (2 cm) Inside (3 cm) Outside (2 cm)
- Font: Arial Narrow
- Font Size, style, color:
- Title: 14, Bold, blue colored (hex: #0070C0, RGB: 0,112,192) (maximum 15 words)
- Author's Name, Affiliation, and Email: 11
- Headings : 13, Bold
- Sub Headings : 11, Bold
- Abstract Body: 10
- Main Contents: 11
- Table title and content: 10
- Abstract: Must be written with a minimum of 250 words and a maximum of 300 words
- Keywords: Minimum of 3 words
Please adhere to the provided template format for all submissions. Please Download Template Article
Introduction
In the introduction, begin by setting the stage for your research. Detail the background of the study, including an overview of existing research and the gap your work intends to fill. Clearly articulate the problem statement and justify the need for your study. The latter part of the introduction should clearly state the objectives or research questions your study aims to address. This section prepares the reader for the detailed exposition of your research methodology and findings that follow.
Methods
The methods section should thoroughly describe how the study was conducted, allowing readers to assess the validity of your findings and, if desired, replicate your study. Start by explaining the study design and the rationale behind choosing this approach. Detail the setting and timeframe of your research, specifying whether it was conducted in a laboratory, in the field, etc. Describe the participants, including how they were selected, and any inclusion or exclusion criteria. If your study involved interventions, describe them clearly, along with the outcome measures and how they were assessed. Conclude with an explanation of the data analysis procedures, specifying the statistical tests or qualitative analysis methods used.
Results
In the results section, present your findings in a clear and logical sequence. Make use of tables and figures to summarize data and highlight important trends. Be sure to address all primary and secondary outcomes that were pre-specified. Avoid interpreting your results in this section—that is reserved for the discussion.
Discussion
Interpretation of Key Findings
Briefly recap the primary outcomes of your study, emphasizing their statistical and practical significance. Explore the potential mechanisms and implications of these findings. Discuss how they contribute to the existing body of knowledge and their significance in understanding the broader topic.
Previous Study Comparison
Identify how your findings align or differ from the results of previous studies. Use specific examples and citations to build a comparative analysis. If there are differences, offer plausible reasons based on methodological variations, demographic differences, or other relevant factors.
Public Health Implications
Discuss the implications of your findings for public health policies, practices, and interventions. Consider how your research might influence guidelines, prevention strategies, or treatment approaches. Offer specific recommendations for policymakers, practitioners, or other stakeholders based on your results.
Cautions and Limitations
Transparently discuss the limitations of your study, such as sample size, response bias, measurement errors, or generalizability concerns. Explain how these limitations might affect the interpretation of your findings and the conclusions that can be drawn.
Future Research Recommendation
Identify the gaps in the current study and suggest areas for future research. Highlight specific questions that remain unanswered and propose methodologies that could be employed to explore these issues. Suggest how future studies can build on your findings to further advance the field. Consider multidisciplinary approaches or new technologies that could be used.
Conclusion
The conclusion section should succinctly summarize the key findings of your research and their broader implications. Highlight the novel contributions of your study and any significant impacts it may have on the field. Briefly reiterate any limitations and suggest directions for future research.
Author Contribution
Clearly state the specific contributions of each author to the research and the preparation of the manuscript. Use the CRediT taxonomy (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) as a guide to describe contributions such as conceptualization, methodology, writing - original draft preparation, and writing - review and editing. Example: Author1 spearheaded the conceptualization, methodology development, and original draft preparation, while also providing supervision throughout the project. Author2 handled data curation, formal analysis, and contributed to manuscript revision. Author3 Johnson was responsible for software development, validation, and manuscript editing. Author4 conducted investigation activities, resourcing, and contributed to the initial draft. Author5 managed project administration, secured funding, and participated in manuscript review and editing. Together, their collaborative efforts ensured the comprehensive execution of the research and manuscript preparation process
Source of Funding
List all sources of financial support for the project, including grant numbers where applicable. If the research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors, state so explicitly.
Conflict of Interest Statement
Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could be viewed as potential conflicts of interest with respect to the article. If there are none, authors should state, "The authors declare no conflict of interest."
Acknowledgement
This section is for thanking individuals who contributed to the work but do not qualify for authorship, such as advisors, technical helpers, or participants in a study. It's also appropriate to acknowledge any significant financial support not covered in the funding section.
References (Vancouver Style)
References should be listed at the end of the manuscript in Vancouver style. This means that references are numbered consecutively in the order they are first mentioned in the text. Each reference should include, in order, all authors up to six (if there are more, list the first six followed by 'et al.'), the title of the article, the journal in which it was published, the year of publication, the volume number, and the page range, and the DOI if available (1).
We recommended that a significant portion of the references (at least 80%) be sourced from journal articles published within the past five years. Additionally, a minimum of 20 references should be included in the manuscript. This ensures that the literature cited is current and relevant to the topic under investigation, reflecting the latest advancements and insights in the field (2).
It is highly recommended that authors utilize reference management software to organize and format their references efficiently. One such popular software is Mendeley. By using Mendeley or similar tools, authors can easily collect, organize, and cite references in their manuscripts, streamlining the writing process and ensuring adherence to citation styles (3).