Welcome to the Instructions for Authors page of Healthcare and Advanced Nursing, where we outline the guidelines for submitting your research manuscript. We appreciate your interest in contributing to our journal and are dedicated to facilitating a smooth and efficient submission process for all authors.
Research Articles: These are original research papers that present new findings, methodologies, or theories within a specific scientific discipline. The word count for research article submission should be limited to 2000-5000 words.
Review Articles: These provide a comprehensive summary and analysis of existing research on a particular topic, offering insights into current trends, controversies, and future directions. The word count for the review article should be 2500-8000.
Case Studies: These describe specific instances or examples that illustrate important principles, phenomena, or methodologies within a field.
Short Communications: These are concise reports that present preliminary findings, novel techniques, or interesting observations that may not warrant a full-length research article.
Editorials: These are opinion pieces written on current issues, debates, or developments within the scientific community.
Letters to the Editor: These are brief communications from readers that comment on previously published articles; propose corrections, or present new insights related to the journal's scope.
Perspectives or Commentary: These are articles that offer personal viewpoints, reflections, or critiques on recent research, trends, or debates in science.
Book Reviews: These provide critical evaluations of recently published books relevant to the journal's field, highlighting their contributions to the literature.
Special Issues or Themed Collections: These are collections of articles centred around a specific theme, topic, or conference proceedings, often curated by guest editors.
Title: The title should succinctly summarize the main topic or findings of the manuscript, providing a clear and informative overview for readers. It should be concise yet engaging, accurately reflecting the content to attract interest and convey relevance.
Author Information: Authors' names should be listed below the title, along with their respective affiliations, contact, and email addresses. Use superscript numbers to indicate different affiliations if necessary.
Abstract: The abstract, within a word limit of approximately 150 to 250 words, outlines the study's purpose, methodology, key findings, and conclusions. It serves as a concise snapshot, allowing readers to quickly grasp the research's significance and outcomes.
Keywords: Provide a list of relevant keywords, typically around 5 to 10, to enhance the indexing and searchability of your work. These terms should reflect crucial aspects of your study, facilitating its discoverability in academic databases and literature searches. A well-chosen set of keywords improves the visibility of your research.
Introduction: The introduction section lays out the fundamental components of the study: the research question, objectives, and rationale. It articulates what the study aims to investigate, why it's important, and what specific goals it seeks to achieve. This sets the stage for readers to understand the purpose and context of the research before delving into the details.
Methods: The methods section outlines the research design, methodology, and data analysis techniques used in the study. It provides a clear overview of how the research was conducted, including any experiments, surveys, or observational methods employed, as well as the approach taken to analyze the data collected. This section ensures transparency and reproducibility while allowing readers to evaluate the study's validity and reliability.
Results: The results section systematically presents the study's findings in a clear and organized manner. Utilizing tables, figures, or graphs where applicable enhances the visual representation of data. This section serves to communicate the outcomes of the research, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the study's results.
Discussion: The discussion section interprets the results of the study, exploring their implications and significance in the broader context of the research field. It critically analyzes the findings, compares them to existing literature, and offers insights into their potential impact. This section encourages reflection on the study's contributions while identifying areas for future research or practical applications.
Conclusion: The conclusion summarizes the main findings of the study and their significance, emphasizing their contribution to the field. It also offers suggestions for future research directions, highlighting areas that warrant further investigation based on the study's outcomes. This section provides closure to the research while guiding future inquiries in the field.
References: Authors should adhere to the journal's reference guidelines, accurately citing all sources within the manuscript. Proper formatting, including citation style and bibliographic details, ensures consistency and aids readers in accessing referenced works. Following these guidelines contributes to the overall credibility and professionalism of the research.
Acknowledgments, Sources of Funding, and Disclosures: In any scholarly article, including acknowledgments, sources of funding, and disclosures are essential components that contribute to transparency and integrity. Acknowledgments recognize the contributions of individuals or organizations, while disclosing sources of funding ensures transparency regarding financial support. Disclosures are crucial for revealing any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the interpretation of the research findings.
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