Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts to this journal. Each submission will be evaluated by an editor to determine whether it aligns with the journal's aims and scope. Submissions deemed suitable will undergo peer review before a final decision on acceptance or rejection. Prior to submission, authors must obtain permission to publish any included materials, such as photographs, documents, or datasets. All listed authors must provide consent to be identified as contributors. When applicable, research should receive approval from a relevant ethics committee in accordance with the country's legal requirements for the study's conduct. Submissions that do not meet minimum quality standards may be desk-rejected by the editor. Authors should ensure that the study design and research argument are clearly structured and articulated. The title must be concise, and the abstract should be self-contained. Adhering to these guidelines increases the likelihood of securing peer reviewers. Once these standards are met, authors should consult the checklist below to finalize their submission.
Submission Preparation Checklist
All submissions must meet the following requirements.
This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.