Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science welcomes high-quality and original manuscripts that contribute to the advancement of research across diverse academic disciplines including science, applied sciences, engineering, technology, agriculture, management, and interdisciplinary innovation. The journal provides an international platform for researchers, scholars, and professionals to publish innovative theoretical and applied research.

Authors must ensure that manuscripts submitted to the journal are original, have not been published previously, and are not under consideration elsewhere. All submissions should follow recognized academic standards and ethical research practices.

Before submitting a manuscript, authors should ensure that their work meets the following conditions:

  • The research is conducted with scientific integrity
  • All sources and references are properly acknowledged
  • The manuscript follows the journal’s formatting and structure guidelines
  • Necessary permissions are obtained for any copyrighted material
  • All authors have approved the final version of the manuscript

Manuscript Preparation

  • Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX format
  • Use 12-point Times New Roman font with 1.5 line spacing
  • Include an abstract (150–250 words) and 4–6 keywords
  • Structure the manuscript as: Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion
  • Maximum manuscript length: 8,000 words

Formatting Requirements

  • Title page must include title, author names, affiliations, corresponding author details, and ORCID (if available)
  • Manuscripts should be written in clear American English
  • Pages should be numbered consecutively
  • Use SI units for all measurements
  • Tables and figures should be placed appropriately within the text and clearly labelled

Reference Style

Authors must follow APA citation style:

  • Include DOI where available
  • Arrange references alphabetically by author surname
  • Ensure all in-text citations appear in the reference list

Journal Reference Format:

Author(s). (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), Pages. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Download the official manuscript template (MS Word) here: 

Download Manuscript Template

Author Policy Links

Authors are advised to review the following policies before submission:

Publication Ethics

IJRDO – Journal of Applied Science follows internationally recognized ethical publishing standards, including the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics.

Authors must:

  • Ensure originality and avoid plagiarism or duplicate submission
  • Present accurate data without fabrication or manipulation
  • Disclose any conflicts of interest
  • Obtain ethical approval where required

All submissions are subject to similarity checks before peer review.

Review Process

The journal follows a double-blind peer review system, where the identities of both authors and reviewers remain confidential.

Manuscripts are evaluated based on:

  • Academic merit
  • Originality
  • Methodological rigor
  • Relevance to the journal’s scope

The review process is designed to ensure fairness, transparency, and high scholarly standards.

Guidelines for Reviewers

Reviewers play a crucial role in maintaining the quality of the journal. They are expected to provide objective, constructive, and evidence-based evaluations.

Before Accepting a Review

  • Accept reviews only within your area of expertise
  • Ensure availability to complete the review on time
  • Declare any conflicts of interest

Evaluation Criteria

  • Originality of the research
  • Contribution to the field
  • Relevance to the journal
  • Clarity and organization of the manuscript

Assessment of Manuscript Sections

  • Title: Clearly reflects the study
  • Abstract: Summarizes objectives, methods, results, and conclusions
  • Introduction: Defines research problem and objectives
  • Methodology: Explains research design clearly
  • Results: Presents findings logically
  • Discussion & Conclusion: Interprets results and highlights significance
  • Tables & Figures: Clearly labelled and relevant

Language and Clarity

Manuscripts must be written in clear and professional English. Authors are responsible for ensuring grammatical accuracy and readability before submission.

Reviewer Reports

Reviewers are expected to provide:

  • A brief summary of the manuscript
  • Major issues requiring revision
  • Minor comments and suggestions
  • Evaluation of originality and relevance
  • Assessment of methodology and results

Editorial Decisions

Based on reviewer reports, the editorial team may decide:

  • Accept
  • Minor Revisions
  • Major Revisions
  • Reject

The final decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief.

Ethical Standards and Conduct

  • Confidentiality: Manuscripts must be treated as confidential
  • Objectivity: Reviews must be unbiased and based on academic merit
  • Acknowledgment of Sources: Missing references should be identified
  • Integrity: Unpublished material must not be used for personal benefit

All ethical matters are handled in accordance with Committee on Publication Ethics guidelines.