Authors Guidelines

The International Journal of Emerging Research Frontiers (IJERF) welcomes the submission of original research articles, review papers, case studies, short communications, technical notes, and other scholarly contributions from researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and practitioners worldwide. Authors are requested to carefully read and follow these guidelines before submitting their manuscripts.

Scope of the Journal

IJERF publishes high-quality research in multidisciplinary fields including Science, Engineering, Technology, Medicine, Healthcare, Management, Social Sciences, Education, Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and other emerging areas of research.

Manuscript Types

  • Original Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Case Studies
  • Technical Notes
  • Short Communications
  • Survey Papers
  • Conference Papers (if applicable)

Submission Requirements

Submitted manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Authors must ensure that all co-authors have approved the final version of the manuscript before submission.

Manuscript Structure

Authors should organize their manuscripts using the following structure:

  • Title of the Article
  • Author Name(s) and Affiliation(s)
  • Abstract
  • Keywords (3–8 Keywords)
  • Introduction
  • Literature Review (if applicable)
  • Materials and Methods / Methodology
  • Results and Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgments (optional)
  • Conflict of Interest Statement
  • References

Article Title

The title should be concise, informative, and clearly reflect the content of the manuscript.

Abstract

The abstract should summarize the objectives, methodology, key findings, and conclusions of the research. The abstract should generally be between 150 and 300 words.

Keywords

Authors should provide 3–8 relevant keywords that accurately represent the subject matter of the manuscript.

Formatting Requirements

  • Language: English
  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font Size: 12 pt
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Page Size: A4
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides

Figures and Tables

All figures, tables, charts, and illustrations should be clearly labeled and cited within the text. High-resolution images should be provided whenever applicable.

References

Authors should ensure that all references are accurate, complete, and cited appropriately within the manuscript. References should follow a consistent citation style throughout the paper.

Plagiarism Policy

IJERF maintains a strict policy against plagiarism. Authors are expected to submit original work. Manuscripts containing plagiarism, duplicate publication, data fabrication, or unethical research practices may be rejected immediately.

Ethical Considerations

Authors must comply with ethical standards applicable to their field of research. Where relevant, manuscripts involving human participants or animals should include appropriate ethical approval statements.

Conflict of Interest

Authors must disclose any financial, institutional, or personal relationships that could influence the research or its interpretation.

Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to IJERF undergo a double-blind peer-review process conducted by qualified experts. The final publication decision rests with the Editor-in-Chief based on reviewers' recommendations and the scientific quality of the manuscript.

Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their published work. Accepted articles are published under the journal's licensing policy, allowing broad dissemination and accessibility of research findings.

Article Processing Charges (If Applicable)

Any applicable publication charges, processing fees, or waivers will be clearly communicated to authors before publication. Authors are advised to review the journal's APC policy prior to submission.

Submission Process

Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts through the journal's online submission system available on the journal website. All required metadata, author information, and supporting files should be uploaded during the submission process.

Contact Information

For questions regarding manuscript preparation, submission, or publication, authors may contact the editorial office through the official journal email address provided on the Contact page.

By submitting a manuscript to IJERF, authors acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to comply with these Author Guidelines and the journal's editorial policies.