Guide for authors

Guide for Authors

Science Act
Publisher: Science Act Publishing House

Introduction

Science Act is an international, peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal that publishes original and significant advances across all fields of science, technology, engineering, and medicine. It is indexed and abstracted in leading databases including Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE), Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, Chemical Abstracts, Ei Compendex, Inspec, Biological Abstracts, and others.

Criteria for Publication

Submissions to Science Act must satisfy the following criteria:

  • Originality and creativity in addressing a scientific problem

  • Substantial scientific impact and significance

  • Broad interdisciplinary interest

  • Sound methodological and analytical approach

Editorial and Review Policy

Science Act operates a rigorous peer-review system, adhering to the highest ethical and scientific standards. All submissions are initially screened by scientific editors for scope, novelty, and quality. Approximately 10% of all submissions are accepted annually.

Initial Screening:

Submissions are reviewed within 3–5 business days. Manuscripts deemed out of scope or lacking potential impact are returned without full review.

Peer Review:

Manuscripts that pass initial screening are assigned to an Associate Editor and typically sent to two or more qualified external reviewers. A decision is usually rendered within 10 days.

Fast-Track:

Submissions of exceptional urgency or groundbreaking significance may qualify for Fast-Track review and publication, at the discretion of the editors.

Article Types

Type Description Length & Structure
Article Original research with significant findings and broad interest ≤10 pages, ≤60 references, 250-word abstract, 4–6 figures
Review Critical evaluation of recent progress; topical rather than comprehensive ≤15 pages, ≤100 references, 250-word abstract, ≤10 items
Short Communication Brief report on novel findings of broad interest ≤3 pages, ≤15 references, 1–2 figures, no abstract
Perspective Analytical commentary on emerging fields or policies ≤3000 words, ≤15 references, 1–2 figures
Research Highlight Insight into recent major advances ≤2000 words, ≤15 references, 1 figure
News & Views Commentary on recent scientific events and breakthroughs ≤2000 words, ≤15 references, 1 figure
Commentary Opinion or policy commentary with proposed solutions ~1000 words, ≤10 references
Correspondence Discussion or brief updates relating to recent publications ~1000 words, ≤10 references

Ethical Guidelines

Science Act adheres to the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) standards. Authors must include in their cover letter the following statement:

“I have read and have abided by the statement of ethical standards for manuscripts submitted to Science Act.”

Human and Animal Research

  • Human studies must follow the Declaration of Helsinki and obtain IRB approval.

  • Animal studies must comply with ARRIVE guidelines.

  • Clinical trials must follow CONSORT; systematic reviews must comply with PRISMA.

Conflict of Interest

All potential conflicts must be disclosed using the provided template at submission. If none exist, state:

“Conflict of interest: The authors declare that they have no conflict of interest.”

AI Usage Declaration

If generative AI tools were used in writing, authors must declare:

“During the preparation of this work, the author(s) used [tool name] to [purpose]. After use, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content and take full responsibility for its accuracy.”

Manuscript Submission

Submissions must be made through our online portal:
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For queries, contact:
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Cover Letter Requirements:

  • Corresponding author's full contact details

  • Word count of manuscript

  • Conflict of interest declaration

  • Brief summary of significance

  • Author contributions

Manuscript Structure

  1. Title Page: Title, author names, affiliations, corresponding author info

  2. Abstract: ≤250 words summarizing major findings

  3. Keywords: 4–6 specific keywords

  4. Introduction: Concise background and purpose of study

  5. Materials and Methods: Sufficient detail for reproducibility

  6. Results: Clear and concise presentation

  7. Discussion and Conclusion: Interpretation and broader impact

  8. Conflict of Interest

  9. Acknowledgments

  10. Author Contributions

  11. References

  12. Figure Captions

  13. Tables

  14. Artwork

  15. Supplementary Materials

  16. Data Availability Statement

References

  • Numbered in-text [1], [2,3], [4–6]

  • Use standard journal abbreviations from: www.issn.org/2-22661-LTWA-online.php

  • Examples:

    • Journal:
      [1] Zhang Y, Liu J. Advances in quantum photonics. Sci Act. 2024;12(3):101–110.

    • Book:
      [2] Smith J. Fundamentals of Materials Science. 3rd ed. New York: Springer; 2021.

    • Chapter:
      [3] Doe J. Polymer nanocarriers. In: Chen R, editor. Drug Delivery. Elsevier; 2022. p. 120–145.

Figures and Tables

  • Submit each figure as a separate high-resolution file (.TIFF, .EPS, .JPEG, or MS Office formats)

  • Figures: 300 dpi (color), 1000 dpi (line art)

  • Provide figure captions separately

  • Tables: Insert into manuscript text, not as images

Supplementary Material

May include datasets, methods, videos, or extended figures/tables. Submit as separate files with appropriate captions.

Data Availability

Include a statement at the end of the manuscript detailing where and how the data supporting the results can be accessed. Example:

"Data supporting the findings of this study are available from [repository/database], accession number [ID]."

Proofs

Page proofs will be sent via email for final correction. Major changes post-acceptance are discouraged.

Publication Charges and Access

Copyright

“Authors retain copyright of their work and grant Journal Science Act a non-exclusive license to publish the article under the CC BY 4.0 agreement.”

Plagiarism checking

Science Act upholds the highest standards of academic integrity. All submitted manuscripts undergo rigorous plagiarism screening using advanced detection software such as iThenticate. We evaluate similarity reports carefully, allowing only acceptable overlap for technical terms, references, and standard methodology descriptions. Any form of plagiarism, including text copying, data misuse, image duplication, or self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited. Manuscripts with excessive similarity are returned for revision or rejected outright. In cases of serious misconduct, authors’ institutions may be notified. By ensuring originality in all published works, Science Act protects the credibility of research and fosters trust within the global scholarly community.

Repository Policy

Authors of Science Act may deposit any version of their manuscript — submitted, accepted, or published — in institutional, subject-based, or personal repositories of their choice, including platforms such as ResearchGate, without embargo. Deposited versions must include proper citation and a link to the official publication on the journal’s website.

Inclusive Language

Science Act encourages respectful, bias-free, and inclusive language. Authors must avoid stereotypes and cultural insensitivity. Gender-neutral terms and plural pronouns are recommended.