Author Guidelines
Manuscript Guidelines Policy
Manuscripts submitted to the Journal of Living Systems by authors should be prepared in such a way as to show that the scientific work is rigorous, methodologically sound, ethically sound, and relevant to the focus of the journal. Properly prepared manuscripts make the reviewing process easier.
Recommended Manuscript Structure
| Section | Expected Content |
|---|---|
| Title | Clear and informative description of the research |
| Abstract | Background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusions |
| Keywords | Relevant scientific terms |
| Introduction | Research context, objectives, and significance |
| Literature Review | Current knowledge and research gap |
| Materials and Methods | Study design, procedures, and analytical methods |
| Results | Scientific findings supported by data |
| Discussion | Interpretation, implications, and comparison with previous studies |
| Conclusion | Summary of findings and future directions |
| References | Complete and accurately formatted citations |
Manuscript Preparation
Authors should:
- Specify the research aims.
- Apply the correct scientific method.
- Be objective when presenting findings.
- Base conclusions on reliable data.
- Be precise in scientific terminology.
- Conform to the style guide for the journal.
Research Integrity
Authors need to make sure that:
- Their data is reported properly.
- They retain the original research records, if required.
- They obtain necessary ethical clearances.
- Sources of funding and conflict of interest are mentioned.
- Contributions and help are acknowledged.
