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Pre-Submission Quick Checklist (Required)

Authors must ensure all items below are complete before using the Manuscript Submission form:

  • Manuscript file in editable DOCX (preferred) or LaTeX source + PDF.
  • Title page with full author names, affiliations, and ORCID iDs.
  • Structured abstract (see Section 4) and 3–6 keywords.
  • Cover letter (use the template provided in Section 13).
  • All figures submitted as separate high-resolution files.
  • Tables embedded in the manuscript as editable tables AND provided as separate files if large.
  • Ethical approval statements where applicable; trial registration number for clinical trials.
  • Funding statement and declaration of competing interests.
  • Suggested reviewers (optional) and statement of any reviewer exclusions.
  • Completed authorship & contribution statement (ICMJE-style) and signed agreement to CC BY 4.0 at acceptance.
  • Permission documentation for any copyrighted material reproduced from other sources.

1. Article Types & Word Limits

If you wish to publish a different format, contact the editorial office before submission. Both OMR Publication journals accept:

  • Original Research / Empirical Article
  • Review Article / Systematic Review
  • Short Communication / Brief Report
  • Case Study / Case Report
  • Essay / Scholarly Commentary (Arts & Humanities)
  • Book Review

Authors should indicate the article type clearly on the submission form.

2. Language, Style & Formatting

  • Language: English. Manuscripts must be clearly written in standard academic English. Non-native speakers are encouraged to use professional language editing before submission.
  • Document Format: Submit a single editable file (DOCX preferred). For LaTeX submissions provide source files and a compiled PDF.
  • Layout: A4 or US Letter, margins ≥ 2.5 cm, 12-pt font (Times New Roman or equivalent), double line spacing, continuous line numbering if possible. Include page numbers.
  • Title Page (Separate): Title (concise), full author names, institutional affiliations (full postal addresses), ORCID iDs, corresponding author with full contact details, short running title (≤ 60 characters), and word count.
  • Authorship: List authors in the order agreed by all contributors. Provide an author contribution statement. All authors must approve the final version and be accountable for its accuracy.
  • Headings: Use a consistent hierarchical system (e.g., 1, 1.1, 1.1.1). Use bold for main headings.
  • References & Citations: Use APA 7th edition style as the default format across both journals. Apply consistently. Provide DOI or stable URL for each reference. (If your discipline uses another style, indicate this and be consistent).
  • Abbreviations & Units: Spell out on first use; use SI units where applicable.

3. Abstract, Keywords & Title

  • Title: Concise and informative (avoid abbreviations).
  • Abstract: For research/review articles, include a single structured abstract of up to 250–300 words (Background / Objectives / Methods / Results / Conclusions). For humanities essays, an unstructured abstract of up to 200–250 words is acceptable.
  • Keywords: Provide 3–6 keywords. Consider subject indexing terms (e.g., MeSH, JEL codes).

4. Figures, Tables & Supplementary Material

  • Figures: Submit as separate files in high resolution (minimum 300 dpi). Accepted types: TIFF, PNG, JPEG for images; SVG or EPS for vector graphics. Number sequentially (Figure 1, Figure 2) and include captions in the main manuscript.
  • Tables: Provide editable tables in the manuscript file (do not supply as images). Large datasets should be supplementary files or deposited in a public repository (Zenodo recommended).
  • Supplementary files: Label clearly as Supplementary File 1, 2, etc., and describe them in the manuscript. (PDF, XLSX/CSV, ZIP accepted).

5. File Naming Conventions

  • Manuscript: OMRP_[JournalShort]_[FirstAuthorLastName]_manuscript.docx
  • Figures: OMRP_[JournalShort]_[FirstAuthorLastName]_Fig1.tiff
  • Tables: OMRP_[JournalShort]_[FirstAuthorLastName]_Table1.docx
  • Supplementary: OMRP_[JournalShort]_[FirstAuthorLastName]_Supp1.pdf

6. Submission Route

Submit manuscripts exclusively via our online Manuscript Submission form. Do not send manuscripts via email unless requested by the editorial office. Use the cover letter template provided below and attach all supplementary files in the form.

7. Editorial Screening & Peer Review

  • Initial Checks: Every submission undergoes editorial triage for scope, adherence to instructions, and basic quality. Manuscripts outside scope will be desk rejected.
  • Plagiarism Check: Manuscripts are screened using similarity-detection software. Evidence of plagiarism/duplicate publication will result in rejection.
  • Peer Review Model: OMR Publication uses double-blind peer review by default. Authors must anonymize manuscripts (submit a separate title page).
  • Timescales: Time to first decision depends on reviewer availability. Typical timelines are outlined in our Peer Review Policy.

8. Authorship, Contributors & Conflicts of Interest

  • Authorship Criteria: Authors should meet international standards (ICMJE): substantial contributions to conception/design/data; drafting/revising; final approval; and accountability. Others should be in Acknowledgments.
  • Author Contributions: Provide a CRediT-style statement (e.g., Conceptualization, Data curation, Formal analysis, Writing — original draft).
  • Competing Interests: Authors must disclose any financial/non-financial competing interests. If none, state: “The authors declare no competing interests.”
  • Reviewer Suggestions: Authors may suggest reviewers and specify individuals to exclude; editors make the final selection.

9. Ethics & Research Integrity

  • Human Participants: Include ethical approval statement, approving committee, approval number, and statement of informed consent.
  • Animals: Include institution/ethics committee approval and relevant guidelines followed.
  • Clinical Trials: Must be registered in a public trials registry before enrolment. Provide the registration number.
  • Research Misconduct: OMR follows COPE guidance. Allegations of misconduct will be investigated.

10. Data Availability & Reproducibility

OMR Publication requires a Data Availability Statement describing where the data supporting the findings can be accessed. Where possible, deposit data, code, and materials in a public repository (Zenodo is recommended). If data cannot be shared, explain restrictions.

11. Preprints & Prior Publication

Posting a preprint prior to submission is allowed. Authors should declare any preprint in the cover letter. Conference abstracts are permitted, but previously published full papers are not.

12. Cover Letter (Template)

Include a concise cover letter when submitting. Copy and fill out the template below into the cover letter text area in the submission form:

Date: [DD Month YYYY] Editor-in-Chief [Journal Name], OMR Publication Dear Editor, Please find attached our manuscript entitled “[Full title]” submitted for consideration as a [Article type]. This manuscript reports [one-sentence summary of the main finding or argument]. All authors have read and approved the manuscript and agree with its submission to [Journal Name]. This manuscript has not been published previously and is not under consideration elsewhere. [If applicable: We have posted a preprint at DOI/link: ________.] Conflicts of interest: [declare or state “none”]. Funding: [brief funding statement]. Suggested reviewers (optional): 1) Name, Affiliation, Email; 2) Name, Affiliation, Email. Corresponding author contact: Name: Email: Postal address: Phone: Sincerely, [Name of corresponding author on behalf of all co-authors]

13. After Acceptance — Production & Archiving

  • Proofing: Authors will receive proofs for final approval; corrections should be returned promptly.
  • DOI & Archiving: After final acceptance, each article receives a DOI via Zenodo. Final accepted versions will be securely archived in Zenodo, Internet Archive, and SSRN.
  • Copyright & License: Articles are published under CC BY 4.0. Authors retain copyright while granting OMR Publication the right to publish and distribute.

14. Article Processing Charges (APCs)

OMR Publication applies APCs to cover publishing costs, charged only after acceptance. Refer to our APCs & Waiver Policy for current fees, waiver criteria, and request instructions. Authors from low-income countries or with financial need may qualify for waivers.

15. Corrections & Retractions

We follow COPE guidelines. Requests for corrections or retractions are handled per our Ethics & Integrity Policy. Statements of correction/retraction will be linked to the original article.

16. Metadata Required for Indexing

To improve discoverability and indexing (DOAJ, Scopus, Web of Science in future), please ensure your submission includes:

  • Complete author names and ORCID iDs
  • Institution names and country
  • Funding agencies and grant numbers
  • Data availability statement and repository links
  • Structured abstract and keywords
  • References with DOIs when available
  • A short plain-language summary (optional, helpful for press/outreach).
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