Welcome to ICON Publishers. Please carefully follow these guidelines to prepare your manuscript for submission.
Language:
Papers are accepted only in English.
Page Format:
Manuscripts should be prepared as Microsoft Word documents using Times New Roman, font size 12, on A4-sized paper. Leave 1-inch margins on all four sides. Use two columns throughout the manuscript. Line spacing should be single, including for references and tables.
Tables and figures should appear in order as referenced in the manuscript. Each table and figure must include a caption/legend. The text should be limited to 30 printable pages; additional pages will incur extra charges.
Title:
The title should be a concise phrase reflecting the content of the manuscript.
Author Information:
Provide the full names and affiliations of all authors. Include the email address and phone number of the corresponding author.
Abstract:
The abstract should be less than 300 words. Following the abstract, include a list of keywords (maximum 7) and any necessary abbreviations. Summaries are intended only for unfamiliar or complex terms.
Introduction:
Clearly state the current issues or context that justify the research.
Materials and Methods:
Provide a detailed and clear description of the materials and methods used.
Results and Discussion:
Authors can present the results and discussion either combined in a single section or as separate sections.
Acknowledgment:
Briefly acknowledge any contributors, grants, or sources of funding.
References:
All references cited in the manuscript must be listed consecutively and formatted according to the prescribed style. Ensure that references are current and cited accurately.
Publication Fees
The journal does not charge any fees for manuscript submission or peer review. However, upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors are required to pay a publication fee to cover the costs of editorial processing, formatting, and hosting. Detailed information regarding the publication fees and payment procedures will be provided to the corresponding author after acceptance. Payment must be completed prior to the final publication of the article.
Proofreading and Publication
Once the manuscript is accepted and processed, the corresponding author will receive page proofs for final review. It is the author’s responsibility to carefully examine the proofs for any typographical, formatting, or factual errors. Authors should promptly return the corrected proofs to the editorial office within the specified timeframe to avoid any delays in publication. After receiving the approved proofs, the editorial office will proceed with the final publication of the article.