Tips Before Submitting a Manuscript
Tips Before Submitting an Manuscript at Journal of Health and Nutrition Research
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. (Download Template)
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:
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