Author Guidelines

NeuScience is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal welcoming original research contributions across all scientific disciplines. Please review these comprehensive guidelines carefully before preparing your manuscript.

1. Scope and Coverage

NeuScience publishes high-quality original research, reviews, and scholarly communications in all areas of natural and applied sciences. We particularly encourage:

• Innovative research with potential for significant scientific impact
• Interdisciplinary studies bridging multiple scientific fields
• Research addressing global challenges (health, environment, sustainability)
• Studies with strong methodological rigor and reproducibility
• Negative results that advance scientific understanding

2. Types of Submissions

Before submitting, please select the appropriate article type. See our Article Types page for detailed specifications.

• Research Articles – Full-length original research (4,000-8,000 words)
• Review Articles – Comprehensive literature reviews (6,000-10,000 words)
• Brief Communications – Short reports of significant findings (2,000-3,000 words)
• Case Studies – Detailed case analyses (2,500-4,000 words)
• Commentaries – Opinion pieces on current topics (1,500-2,500 words)
• Letters to the Editor – Responses to published articles (500-1,000 words)

3. Language and Style

3.1 Language Requirements

• All manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English (American or British spelling, but consistent throughout)
• Authors whose first language is not English are strongly encouraged to have their manuscript professionally edited before submission
• Avoid jargon; define technical terms at first use
• Use active voice where appropriate for clarity
• Write in third person for research articles; first person is acceptable for commentaries and editorials

3.2 Writing Style

• Be concise and precise – avoid unnecessary words
• Use short paragraphs (4-6 sentences recommended)
• Define all abbreviations at first use (except standard SI units)
• Use internationally recognized nomenclature and symbols
• Report statistics with appropriate precision (generally 2-3 significant figures)

4. Manuscript Formatting

4.1 General Format Requirements

Element	Requirement
File Format	Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx) or LaTeX (.tex with PDF)
Font	Times New Roman or Arial, 12-point
Spacing	Double-spaced throughout, including references
Margins	2.5 cm (1 inch) on all sides
Page Numbers	Consecutive, bottom center
Line Numbers	Continuous throughout (for review purposes)
Headers	Running title (max 50 characters) on each page

4.2 Manuscript Structure

Research articles should follow the IMRAD format. All manuscripts must include:

5. Figures, Tables, and Supplementary Materials

5.1 Figures

Specification	Requirement
Resolution	Minimum 300 DPI (600 DPI for line art)
Format	TIFF, PNG, EPS, or PDF (vector preferred)
Color Mode	RGB for online; CMYK if print needed
Width	Single column: 8.5 cm; Double column: 17.5 cm
Font in Figures	Arial or Helvetica, 8-10 point minimum
File Size	Max 10 MB per figure

• Number figures consecutively (Figure 1, Figure 2, etc.)
• Cite all figures in the text in numerical order
• Provide descriptive captions below each figure
• Multi-panel figures: label panels (a), (b), (c) or (A), (B), (C)
• Use color-blind-friendly palettes when possible
• Include scale bars for microscopy images

5.2 Tables

• Number tables consecutively (Table 1, Table 2, etc.)
• Provide descriptive titles above each table
• Submit as editable text, not images
• Use horizontal lines only (top, bottom, below headers)
• Define abbreviations in footnotes
• Use superscript letters (a, b, c) for footnotes

5.3 Supplementary Materials

Large datasets, additional figures, videos, code, and extended methods may be submitted as supplementary files:

• Label as "Supplementary Figure S1", "Supplementary Table S1", etc.
• Provide a separate supplementary materials document with captions
• Videos: MP4 format, max 50 MB, include still image
• Data files: CSV, Excel, or discipline-appropriate formats
• Code: Include README with instructions

6. References

Use APA 7th Edition citation style. All references must be cited in the text and vice versa.

6.1 In-Text Citations

• One author: (Smith, 2024) or Smith (2024)
• Two authors: (Smith & Jones, 2024)
• Three+ authors: (Smith et al., 2024)
• Multiple citations: (Smith, 2020; Jones, 2022; Lee et al., 2024)
• Direct quote: (Smith, 2024, p. 45)

6.2 Reference List Examples

7. Ethical Requirements

7.1 Human Subjects Research

• Approval from Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Ethics Committee required
• Include approval number and institution name in Methods
• Confirm informed consent was obtained
• Follow Declaration of Helsinki guidelines
• Protect participant privacy; no identifying information without consent

7.2 Animal Research

• IACUC or equivalent ethics approval required
• Follow ARRIVE guidelines for reporting
• Describe housing, husbandry, and welfare measures
• Justify animal numbers and minimize suffering

7.3 Conflicts of Interest

All authors must disclose any financial or non-financial interests that could influence the research:

• Funding sources and sponsor involvement
• Employment, consultancies, or board positions
• Stock ownership or patents
• Personal relationships that could bias the work

8. Submission Process

8.1 Before You Submit

• Manuscript follows all formatting guidelines
• All authors have approved the final version
• Work is original and not under consideration elsewhere
• All references are complete and accurate
• Figures and tables are publication-ready
• Ethics approvals are documented
• Conflicts of interest are declared
• Cover letter is prepared

8.2 How to Submit

1. Create an account or log in at our submission portal
2. Select "New Submission" and choose article type
3. Upload manuscript file (with figures embedded or separate)
4. Upload supplementary materials (if applicable)
5. Enter all author information and metadata
6. Complete submission checklist
7. Submit and receive confirmation email

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