Tips Before Submitting a Manuscript

 

Tips Before Submitting a Manuscript

A quick checklist to ensure your manuscript meets the standards of The Journal of Community Nutrition Intervention before submission.

 

Ensure Article Aligns with Journal Scope

How to check journal scope: carefully read the "About Journal" or "Focus and Scope" sections on the official journal website.

 

Format According to Template

Ensure writing format such as font size, spacing, citation style, and article structure complies with the provided template.

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Ensure Accurate Translation

Utilize professional translation services or English language editors if necessary. Avoid inaccurate machine translations, as they can compromise article quality.

Meet Evaluation Criteria

The following are detailed criteria, emphasizing key points that our reviewers and editorial team will evaluate:

 

Title and Abstract

  • Title: Must be clear, concise, and reflective of the research content. Avoid overly long or ambiguous titles.
  • Abstract: Must be a standalone summary encompassing the study's objectives, methods, main results, and implications. Ensure the abstract provides a comprehensive overview of the research.
 

Introduction

  • Provide sufficient background and context.
  • Identify shortcomings or gaps in existing knowledge.
  • Clearly state research objectives or aims.
 

Method

  • Research design must be well-defined.
  • Methods and materials must be described in sufficient detail for replication.
  • Sample size must be adequate, and sampling methods must be described.
  • Relevant tools, instruments, or software must be clearly described, including their sources and versions.
  • Data collection and analysis methods must be appropriate.
  • Ethical considerations must be addressed (e.g., informed consent, ethical approval).
 

Results

  • Results must be presented clearly and logically.
  • All relevant data must be included.
  • All tables and figures must be cited consecutively in the text.
 

Discussion

  • Research findings must be discussed in the context of the research question and literature.
  • Authors must contrast their findings with existing research in the field.
  • Critical analysis of the results, including limitations and potential biases, must be present.
 

Conclusion

  • The conclusion must align with the study's objectives and findings.
  • Recommendations or directions for future research and potential applications must be provided.
 

Reference

  • Cited sources must be recent and relevant to the topic.
  • No missing or inappropriate references should exist.
  • Utilizing reference management applications such as Mendeley or Zotero can be beneficial.