Submissions

Author Guidelines

Submission guidelines of the International Journal of Medical Scholars (IJMS) are derived from established principles set forth by reputable organizations, such as the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), these guidelines serve as a foundation for authors. Rooted in ethical conduct, transparency, and responsible communication, they guide authors in navigating the submission process effectively. The following guidelines provide specific actions and considerations, offering authors a concise framework for preparing and submitting manuscripts.

Ethical Conduct

• Adhere to the highest ethical standards in research and manuscript preparation.
• Clearly declare any potential conflicts of interest or competing activities.

Journal Selection

• Thoroughly evaluate the reputation, ethical practices, and scope of journal before submission.
• Align the manuscript with the focus and standards of the selected journal.

Manuscript Preparation

• Formatting: Follow the IJMS template for manuscript preparation available on the journal’s website.
• Language: Manuscripts must be written in English.
• Length: The length of the manuscript should be appropriate for the content but typically does not exceed 5,000 words.
• Abstract and Keywords: Provide a structured abstract and keywords.
• Figures and Tables: Include high-quality figures and tables with appropriate captions.

Simultaneous Submission

• Do not submit the same manuscript to multiple journals simultaneously.
• Notify the editor if the manuscript is based on data previously presented at conferences or in preprints.

Data Integrity

• Maintain primary data and related documents for a minimum of 10 years.
• Provide open access to research protocols, statistical plans, and datasets upon publication.

Peer Review Process

• Respect the peer review process as a crucial step in scientific validation.
• Be open to constructive criticism and address reviewers' comments comprehensively.

Timely Communication

• Respond promptly to editorial requests and communications.
• If withdrawing a submission, inform the editor in a timely manner.

Transparency in Reporting

• Clearly report the details of the research methodology, statistical analyses, and results.
• Include all necessary supplementary materials for a comprehensive review.

Authorship and Acknowledgments

• Clearly define authorship contributions and responsibilities.
• Acknowledge all individuals and organizations that contributed to the research.

Plagiarism and Originality

• Ensure the manuscript is an original work and appropriately cite prior research.
• Use plagiarism detection tools before submission to verify the originality of the submitted manuscript.

Conflict of Interest

• Disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that may influence the research.
• Clearly state the absence of conflicts of interest if applicable.

Copyright and Licensing

• Understand and comply with the journal's copyright and licensing policies.
• If required, transfer copyright or adhere to specific licensing agreements.

Manuscript Revision

• Address reviewer comments and revise the manuscript diligently.
• Clearly communicate changes made during the revision process.

Corrections and Retractions

• Report errors promptly and work with the editor to publish corrections if necessary.
• Cooperate with the journal in cases where retractions are deemed necessary.

Responsible Correspondence

• Engage in responsible and respectful correspondence with editors, reviewers, and readers.
• Declare any conflicts of interest when submitting comments or responses.