As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
Avoid too much self-citation, maximum 2-4. if no. of citations below 50. If more than 50 citations then a maximum 5.
APA 7th Edition of citation format is followed in the journal, adhere to that.
Author Guidelines
The International Journal of Research (IJR) welcomes submissions of high-quality research papers, review articles, and case studies from a wide range of disciplines. To maintain the highest standards, we request authors to adhere to the following guidelines while preparing and submitting their manuscripts.
1. General Submission Guidelines
Language: All papers must be written in English.
Originality: Submissions must be original and should not have been published or under consideration in any other journal or conference.
Plagiarism Check: All submissions are subject to plagiarism checks, and only papers that pass will be sent for peer review.
2. Manuscript Format
File Format: Manuscripts should be submitted in MS Word format (.doc or .docx).
Font and Size: Use Times New Roman, size 12, and 1.5 line spacing.
Margins: Maintain a margin of 1 inch on all sides.
Length: Papers should generally be between 3000 and 6000 words. Extended research papers or reviews may exceed this limit with prior approval.
3. Manuscript Structure
The manuscript should follow the structure below:
Title Page:
Title of the paper (clear and concise)
Author’s full name, affiliation, and contact details (email)
ORCID ID (if available)
A short bio (optional, around 100 words per author)
Abstract: Provide a brief summary of the research (150-250 words). It should include the research problem, methods, and key findings.
Keywords: Include 4-6 relevant keywords.
Introduction: Clearly state the research problem, objectives, and the relevance of the study.
Literature Review: Highlight previous research related to the topic and establish a gap in the literature.
Methodology: Describe the methods, tools, and techniques used in the research. Ensure sufficient detail is provided for replication.
Results: Present findings clearly and logically, supported by tables, graphs, or figures if necessary.
Discussion: Interpret the results and compare them with previous studies. Discuss implications, limitations, and future research directions.
Conclusion: Summarize key findings and their significance.
References: Follow APA or MLA citation style. All references must be cited within the text and listed at the end of the manuscript in alphabetical order.
4. Figures and Tables
Figures and tables should be included within the text, close to their first citation.
All figures should be of high resolution (300 DPI).
Each figure and table should have a brief descriptive title.
5. Ethical Considerations
Authorship: All contributors should be listed as authors. Anyone who made significant contributions to the research must be included.
Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could inappropriately influence their research.
Informed Consent: For research involving human subjects, authors should confirm that informed consent was obtained from participants.
6. Submission Process
Online Submission: All manuscripts should be submitted via the IJR journal website [https://www.ijrjournal.com].
Peer Review: All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer review process. The review process generally takes 2-4 weeks.
7. Publication Fee
Authors are required to pay a nominal publication fee upon acceptance of the manuscript. Fee waivers or discounts are available for scholars from developing countries or those associated with non-profit organizations.
8. Post-Acceptance
Once the manuscript is accepted, authors will be asked to make necessary revisions, if any, and provide the final version. The final version must be in compliance with the formatting and structure guidelines mentioned above.
9. Copyright and Licensing
IJR has adopted the CC BY-SA which is a popular open license used in academic publishing and other creative works. This license allows others to remix, tweak, and build upon the work even for commercial purposes, as long as the new creations credit the original creator and are licensed under identical terms. This means all new works based on the original will carry the same license, thus allowing any derivatives to also be available for further modification and sharing under the same license terms.
10. Contact Information
For any questions or assistance, authors may contact the editorial team at editor@ijrjournal.com.
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Implications for Academic Publishing: In the context of academic publishing, especially in open access journals like IJR, the CC BY-SA license can be particularly beneficial. It promotes a collaborative and open academic environment where researchers are not only allowed but encouraged to freely distribute, modify, and make practical use of the published works.
Enhancing Collaboration: By allowing derivative works and ensuring they carry the same license, the CC BY-SA fosters an environment of collaboration among academics and practitioners across disciplines.
Ensuring Access: This license ensures that the work remains free and accessible to all, aligning with the open access mission of many academic journals that aim to disseminate knowledge widely and without barriers.
Promoting Innovation: With the possibility of modifying and building upon the works for commercial use, there is a potential for greater innovation and application of academic research in real-world scenarios.
CC BY-SA license to IJR is intended to significantly influence the dissemination, utilization, and collaborative expansion of scholarly work. It aligns with the goals of open access by removing barriers to research visibility and usage, thereby enhancing the global exchange of knowledge.
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