Author(s) Guidelines

Thank you for considering the Journal of Regional Studies "Regional Lens" as a potential outlet for your research. To facilitate the submission process and ensure the quality of published manuscripts, please adhere to the following guidelines:

Manuscript Preparation

  1. Prepare your manuscript according to the formatting guidelines provided by the journal.
  2. Ensure that the manuscript is well-written, clear, and concise, with proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
  3. Clearly articulate the research question, objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions in the manuscript.

Originality and Plagiarism

  1. Ensure that your manuscript represents original work that has not been previously published elsewhere.
  2. Avoid plagiarism by properly citing and attributing all sources of ideas, text, data, and images used in the manuscript.

Authorship

  1. Include all individuals who have made substantial contributions to the research as authors of the manuscript.
  2. Clearly specify the roles and contributions of each author in the manuscript.
  3. Obtain consent from all co-authors before submitting the manuscript for publication.

Declaration of Conflicts of Interest

  1. Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could be perceived as influencing the research or its interpretation.
  2. Provide a statement in the manuscript indicating any conflicts of interest or declaring the absence of conflicts if applicable.

Ethical Considerations

  1. Ensure that the research complies with ethical standards and guidelines for research involving human subjects, animals, or other ethical considerations.
  2. Obtain necessary approvals and permissions for conducting the research and using any copyrighted materials.

Submission Process

  1. Submit your manuscript electronically through the journal's online submission system (OJS).
  2. Follow the instructions provided on the submission platform for uploading files, entering metadata, and completing the submission process.
  3. Include a cover letter with your submission, providing relevant details about the manuscript and any additional information for the editor's consideration.

Peer Review Process

  1. After submission, your manuscript will undergo a rigorous peer review process to evaluate its quality, originality, and significance.
  2. Respond promptly to any requests for revisions or additional information from the editorial office or reviewers.
  3. Cooperate with the editorial team to address any concerns or queries related to the manuscript.

Copyright and Licensing

  1. Upon acceptance for publication, you will be required to transfer copyright to the journal's publisher.
  2. Consider any licensing options for your published work, such as open access or creative commons licenses.