Tips Before Submitting a Manuscript

Tips Before Submitting a Manuscript

JANE-Health: Journal of Applied Nutrition, Environment, and Health

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