Manuscript Submission Requirements

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Manuscript Requirements

Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format and include the following:

1. Title
2. Author name(s)
3. Institutional affiliation(s)
4. Corresponding author contact information
5. Abstract
6. Keywords
7. Main manuscript text
8. Conclusion or summary (where applicable)
9. References
10. Names and affiliations of faculty who reviewed and endorsed your submission

Additional sections may be included as appropriate for the discipline or research type.

Macros Prohibited

Macros can contain malicious code. All files are scanned for viruses and macros and if found your paper will be rejected during the upload process.

Language Requirements

All manuscripts must be submitted in English.

Abstract Requirements

Abstracts should:

• Be between 150 and 250 words
• Provide a concise summary of the research
• Clearly state the purpose, methods (if applicable), key findings, and conclusions
• Not contain citations or footnotes

Keywords

Authors should provide 3–7 keywords that accurately describe the manuscript's subject matter. Keywords should be listed immediately after the abstract.

Formatting Guidelines

Authors should:

• Use a standard, readable font (e.g., Times New Roman or Arial)
• Use a 12-point font size
• Use double-spacing or 1.5 spacing
• Number all pages
• Use clear headings and subheadings where appropriate
• Ensure citations and references follow a consistent academic style

IJGR accepts APA, MLA, Chicago, and other discipline-appropriate citation styles, provided the chosen style is applied consistently throughout the manuscript.

Figures, Tables, and Images

If figures, tables, charts, or images are included:

• They must be clearly labeled and referenced within the manuscript text.
• Each figure or table must include a descriptive title or caption.
• Images should be clear and of publication quality.
• Authors are responsible for obtaining any required permissions for copyrighted material.

Citations and References

Authors are responsible for:

• Properly citing all sources used in the manuscript
• Ensuring references are complete and accurate
• Following a consistent citation style throughout the document
• Obtaining permission for copyrighted materials when required

Ethics and Disclosures

Where applicable, authors must disclose:

• Conflicts of interest
• Funding sources or financial support
• Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval or other ethics approvals
• Any relevant ethical considerations associated with the research

Authors should include any required disclosure statements at the end of the manuscript.

Copyright

Authors retain ownership and responsibility for the content they submit. By submitting a manuscript, authors grant IJGR permission to publish approved work on its website and related publication platforms.

File Security Requirements

To protect the security and integrity of the publication process, submitted files must not contain:

• Macros
• Embedded code or scripts
• Executable content
• Password protection
• External file links or embedded programs

All submitted files may be scanned for security risks. Manuscripts containing prohibited content may be rejected without review and authors may be asked to resubmit a clean version of the file.