Author Guidlines

Title and Authorship

  • The main title of the paper must be written in 14 pt font-size and all in bold.
  • Paper titles should be written in uppercase and lowercase letters, not all uppercase.
  • Full names of authors are required in the author field.
  • Authors must include their affiliations and a correspondence email address.

Abstract and Keywords

  • The abstract consists of no more than 450 words.
  • It must be a short paper written in exactly one paragraph.
  • Authors must define all symbols used in the abstract and must not cite references in the abstract.
  • The abstract is not an "introduction" or a conclusion. It should contain: (1) the main question and the background of the discussed issue; (2) the research position; (3) how the question is discussed in the paper; and (4) the main result of the discussion.
  • Keywords must be provided and contain no more than 4 terms.

Manuscript Structure

  • Authors must use the styles and formats defined in the manuscript for titles, texts, figures, and tables.
  • Headings and subheadings should be numbered consecutively (e.g., 1. Introduction, 2. Styles and Formats, 2.1. Subsection, 2.1.1. Sub subsection).
  • Introduction: Describes the background, topic, and aims. The main results and principal conclusions should also be highlighted in this section.
  • Conclusion: The conclusion is not merely a summary of points or a re-statement of the research problem. It must be a synthesis of key points that provides clarity and insight into the topic.

Formatting of Mathematical Components

  • Authors are encouraged to use either the Microsoft Equation Editor or the MathType add-on for equations.
  • Equations must be numbered with Arabic numerals in parentheses, such as (1).

Figures and Tables

  • Figures, schemes, charts, and tables should be placed in the main text near where they are first mentioned.
  • They must be numbered consecutively with Arabic numbers.
  • The figure caption should be placed below the picture. A caption on a single line should be centered.
  • For figures with multiple panels, please give a detailed description for each panel, such as (a) and (b).
  • Tables may include a footer.
  • A permission statement is required for all figures reproduced or adapted from previously published articles or sources.

References

  • Citations and references in supplementary files are permitted, provided they also appear in the main reference list.
  • The reference list must follow the specific formatting style demonstrated in the template:
    • Journal Articles: Author 1, A.B.; Author 2, C.D. Title of the article. Abbreviated Journal Name Year, Volume, page range.
    • Books and Chapters: Include Author(s), Title of the chapter/book, Edition, Editors (if applicable), Publisher, Publisher Location, Country, Year, and page range.
    • Unpublished Works: Indicate the stage of publication (under review; accepted; in press).
    • Conferences: Include Title of Presentation, Title of the Collected Work/Proceedings, Location, Date, Publisher, and Pagination.
    • Theses: Include Title of Thesis, Level of Thesis, Degree-Granting University, Location, and Date of Completion.
    • Websites: Title of Site. Available online: URL (accessed on Day Month Year).