A complete report on original research and/or clinical studies
A structured abstract is required.
A clear structure is required, which should contain but not confined to the following sections:
Introduction
Material and methods
Results
Discussion
Conclusions
Authors' contribution (For details please visit the Link.)
Ethic statement
COI
(acknowledgments/clarification)
Bibliography
Appendices (including multimedia components)
Details guide to the article structure
A substantial overview of original research. The reviews should give a succinct overview of a particular topic, usually with a comprehensive bibliography, generally, also contains a table of contents.
Review Article
A substantial overviews present a complete overview of the state of the art with a comprehensive bibliography, generally, also contains a table of contents. It should cover topics that have seen significant development or progress in recent years, with comprehensive depth and a balanced perspective. Review articles should NOT include unpublished material such as unpublished/original data, submitted manuscripts, or personal communication.
Mini Review (Word limit: 3000-4000)
A succinct and clear summary that covers focused aspects of a current area of investigation and its recent developments, providing up-to-date developments, concepts, etc.
Editorial
Generally from the (guest) editor of the publication. Can be Foreword, Editorial, Guest Editorial, Preface, etc.
Short Communication
Short report or announcement of research, usually claiming certain results, which present original and significant material for rapid dissemination. Short Communications are expected to have a higher than average impact on the field rather than report on incremental research.
Letter to the Editor (Word limit: 2,000)
Any items of interest to the wide audience of the publication. The items include a letter to the editor commenting on previously published articles or a reply to the letter. DOI or PII number; or argumentative communication, like papers in a discussion, or commentaries, etc.
Perspective (Word limit: 3,000)
An article presents a new and unique viewpoint on existing problems, fundamental concepts, or prevalent notions on a specific topic, propose and support a new hypothesis, or discuss the implications of a newly implemented innovation. Perspective pieces may focus on current advances and future directions on a topic and may include original data as well as personal opinion.
As a guideline, Perspective should not normally exceed 3,000 words. Perspectives allow up to 30 references; citations should be selective. Perspectives should include no more than 4 display items (figures, tables and/or boxes).
Book review
A critical discussion of a book contents.
Submission checklist
You can use this list to carry out a final check of your submission before you send it to the journal for review. Please check the relevant section in this Guide for Authors for more details.
Ensure that the following items are present:
One author has been designated as the corresponding author with contact details:
