Author Guidelines

ICMERD-International Journal of Food and Nutrition Science (ICMERD-IJFNS) welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and clinical reports that contribute to the advancement of food science and human nutrition. Authors are advised to follow the guidelines outlined below to ensure a smooth submission and review process.

1. Manuscript Preparation

1.1 Article Types

ICMERD-International Journal of Food and Nutrition Science (ICMERD-IJFNS) accepts the following types of submissions:
✅ Original Research Articles – Up to 6,000 words (excluding references and appendices)
✅ Review Papers – Up to 8,000 words
✅ Case Studies – Up to 3,000 words
✅ Clinical Reports – Up to 4,000 words

1.2 Formatting Requirements

Manuscripts must be prepared in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format and adhere to the following structure:
✔ Font: Times New Roman, size 12
✔ Line Spacing: 1.5
✔ Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
✔ Title Page: Include the title, author names, affiliations, and corresponding author’s contact details
✔ Abstract: 250–300 words, structured (Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusion)
✔ Keywords: 4–6 keywords
✔ Main Text: Organize into Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion
✔ References: Use APA (7th edition) citation style

1.3 Tables and Figures

Number all tables and figures consecutively (e.g., Table 1, Table 2).
Provide descriptive titles and legends.
Include high-resolution figures in JPEG or PNG format.
Tables and figures should be placed at the end of the manuscript or provided as separate files.

1.4 Ethical Considerations

Research involving human subjects must have received approval from a recognized ethics committee.
Authors must confirm that all participants provided informed consent.
Plagiarism, data fabrication, and image manipulation are strictly prohibited.

2. Submission Process

2.1 How to Submit

✅ Manuscripts must be submitted online via the ICMERD-IJFNS Submission Portal.
✅ Ensure compliance with the author guidelines before submission.
✅ All authors must disclose any conflicts of interest during the submission process.

Online Submission:
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3. Peer Review Process

All manuscripts submitted to ICMERD-IJFNS undergo a double-blind peer review process:

Initial Screening: The editorial team screens the submission for formatting and plagiarism.
Reviewer Assignment: The manuscript is assigned to two or more independent reviewers.
Review Evaluation: Reviewers evaluate the manuscript based on originality, methodology, clarity, and relevance.
Author Revisions: Authors receive reviewers’ feedback and are required to address comments and revise the manuscript as needed.
Final Decision: The Editor-in-Chief makes the final acceptance or rejection decision based on the reviewers’ feedback.

4. Copyright and Open Access

Authors retain copyright under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).
Articles are published under open access to maximize visibility and citation.
Authors are free to share and distribute their work with proper attribution.

5. Conflict of Interest and Funding Disclosure

Authors must disclose:
✅ Any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest.
✅ All sources of funding and financial support for the research.

6. Post-Acceptance

Once accepted:
✔ Authors will receive galley proofs for final approval before publication.
✔ Minor corrections can be made at this stage, but significant changes are not permitted.
✔ Accepted articles will be published online and assigned a DOI for permanent identification.

7. Contact Information

For any submission or formatting inquiries, please contact:
✉️ editor@icmerd.com