Authors Instructions

Guidelines for Publishing in AUIQ Press Journals

1. Understand the Journal Scope and Audience

   Before submitting, thoroughly review the journal's scope, subject areas, and target audience. Ensure your manuscript aligns with the journal's thematic focus and contributes to ongoing scholarly discussions within the field.

2. Adhere to Submission Guidelines

   Every journal has specific submission guidelines, including formatting requirements, manuscript length, and referencing style. These can be found on the journal's webpage under "Instructions for Authors." Non-compliance with these guidelines can lead to rejection or delays in the review process.

3. Prepare a Strong Abstract and Keywords

   Your abstract should be clear, concise, and provide a snapshot of your research question, methodology, results, and conclusions. Select keywords that are precise and reflect the content of your paper. These elements significantly impact discoverability and indexing.

4. Ensure Rigorous Methodology and Data Integrity

   Ensure that your methodology is rigorous, transparent, and reproducible. Include sufficient details about your data collection, analysis, and any limitations. AUIQ Press places great emphasis on the reliability of the research process, so avoid making unsupported claims.

5. Follow Ethical Standards and Avoid Plagiarism

   AUIQ Press journals uphold high ethical standards. Ensure that your research follows ethical guidelines, and that all sources are properly cited. Use plagiarism detection tools to ensure your manuscript is original. Any form of plagiarism or academic dishonesty will lead to immediate rejection.

6. Provide Complete and Accurate References

   References should be current, relevant, and formatted according to the journal's citation style. Ensure that all cited works are accurate and complete. Use a reference management tool (e.g., EndNote, Mendeley) to organize and format your references properly.

7. Consider Open Access Options

   AUIQ Press offers various open access publishing options. If your funding or research priorities align with open access, consider submitting your paper to a journal that supports it. Ensure that you understand the costs and benefits of open access publication.

8. Engage in Constructive Peer Review

   Prepare for peer review by ensuring that your manuscript is free from errors and well-written. Peer reviewers are experts in the field, and their feedback is essential for improving the quality of your work. Respond to reviewer comments professionally and substantively, making necessary revisions where applicable.

9. Comply with Data Sharing Policies

   AUIQ Press journals encourage transparency in data sharing. If your research involves data that can be shared, make sure you follow the journal’s data availability policy. Provide access to your data in a reputable repository where applicable.

10. Be Aware of Journal Reputation and Impact

    While choosing a journal, consider its reputation, and visibility within your field. A journal with a higher impact may offer more visibility but may also have a more rigorous review process.

11. Stay Up to Date with New Developments

    Regularly check for updates to the journal’s submission guidelines or any changes in AUIQ Press’s publication policies. Journals often update their scope, impact factor, or editorial board, which may affect the decision to submit your work.

12. Ensure Proper Ethical Clearance and Consent

    If your research involves human or animal subjects, ensure you have the appropriate ethical clearance, and all participants have given informed consent. Include the ethics approval statement in your manuscript.

13. Contribute to the Scientific Community

    Your manuscript should aim to contribute significantly to the scientific community. Focus on advancing knowledge and offering solutions or new insights that can help other researchers and practitioners in your field.