Submissions

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise, and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Manuscript Preparation

Article language: The language of the article is Kurdish or English (font: “Times New Roman"). If the article is written in Kurdish, the abstract of the article should be written in both languages (Kurdish and English).

Types of Articles in the Journal

Two categories of scientific contributions are published in Science and Technology Journal - Rojava University: Research Articles and Reviews

Research Articles describe complete investigations. Original research articles should not exceed 6500 words; this limit includes references, figure legends and tables. Research Articles should be divided into the following sections: Introduction, Materials & methods, Results, Discussion and References. We recommend a maximum of five display elements (figures/tables).

Reviews are to be invited by the Editor. Authors planning to submit reviews should send a brief outline of its contents and a short CV to the Editorial Office (btj@wiley.com) prior to writing the full article. The articles should be divided into sections that are appropriate to the topic. There are two types of reviews: Reviews (full-length) should be reserved for subject areas that have not been previously reviewed in detail. Full-length reviews should not exceed 8000 words (including references and figure/table legends). Mini-Reviews provide an update of the latest research. Authors should refer to previous reviews for detailed background of the subject area. Mini reviews should not exceed 4000 words (including references and figure/table legends). Reviews SHOULD NOT be a mere listing of available information; reviews should provide a balanced view of the field by citing and discussing relevant data. Reviews MUST NOT include previously unpublished data.

Format and Style of Manuscripts

      I.          Title Page: The first page of all manuscripts should contain only the following:

    II.          Title of the paper: Containing only the most important keywords pertaining to the subject matter.

  III.          Full names: including full first name and full family name of the authors and the name of their institute(s).

  IV.          If the publication originates from several institutes, the affiliations of all authors should be clearly stated by using superscript numbers after the name and before the institute.

    V.          Name, title and full postal address of the author to whom all correspondence (including galley proofs) is to be sent. This should also include the e-mail address.

  VI.          Keywords: Provide a list of 3-5 keywords.

VII.          A list of abbreviations used in the paper. Keeping in mind that abbreviations may be a hindrance to those not familiar with the field of study. Therefore, abbreviations should be restricted to a minimum. Abbreviations should be introduced only when repeatedly used.

VIII.          Abstract: The Abstract should be a summary of all parts of the main manuscript, and include: of the main manuscript, and include, background/rationale/goal, brief methods, major results, cnclusions, novelty. It should not exceed 200 words. The abstract should NOT contain any references.

  IX.          Introduction: The Introduction section should contain a description of the problem under investigation and a brief survey of the existing literature on the subject. The study rationale/hypothesis should also be clearly described.

    X.          Materials and Methods: The Materials and Methods section should describe all materials and methods used in the study in sufficient detail so that an independent reader may repeat the studies. Any modifications to published methods should be described in detail. Sources (name and location) of reagents and equipment should be provided.

  XI.          Results: The Results section describes the main experimental finding of the study. Full statistical analysis should be performed. The name of each test used and its outcome should be detailed, as should the number of samples, replicates and data presentation.

XII.          Discussion: The Discussion section describes the findings in light of current knowledge. It should enrich, but not repeat, the Introduction and the Results sections.

XIII.          Concluding Remarks: The Concluding Remarks section is only for combination of Results and Discussion sections. Concluding Remarks should provide the take-home message in a short and succinct manner.

XIV.          Acknowledgements: Acknowledgements should be provided on a separate page at the end of the text (before the References). ALL funding sources for the study and each author’s contribution to the article should be stipulated.

XV.          References: Citation and references are according to the Chicago author-date format.

XVI.          Tables: Tables should be suitable captions at the top and numbered with numerals. Column headings should be kept as brief as possible and indicate units. Footnotes to tables should be indicated with a), b), c), etc. and typed at the bottom of the Table.

XVII.          Figures: Figures should be numbered in the order of their appearance in the text with English numerals. Each Figure must have a separate legend, which should be self-explanatory and allow readers to understand the data presented without reference to the main text. It is essential that the resolution is sufficient so that the reviewer is able to accurately assess the work. Crop, or scale, figures to the size intended for publication (width of 55–85mm); no enlargement or reduction should be necessary. Figure panels should be indicated by bold upper-case letters (A, B, C, etc.) on the top left-hand corner.

XVIII.          Statistical Analysis: Full statistical analysis of the data should be detailed in the manuscript. The name of each statistical test used and the results obtained should be stated. The number of samples, experiments, replicates etc. should be detailed; data presentation (mean +/– SD or SEM etc.) should be noted.

XIX.          Equations: Mathematical and chemical equations are to be written in the manuscript at the place in which they belong and should be marked by numerals in parentheses in the right margin.

XX.          Revised Manuscripts: Authors are given a suitable period to revise their manuscripts. Prepare a point-by-point response letter –reviewers’ comments should be followed authors’ response to the comment. Location of any changes made in the manuscript should also be specified in this letter. Prepare a revised manuscript that contains the changes highlighted by either changing the font color or using the “track changes” mode.

2- Other principles for writing and publishing articles in the journal:

·       The language of the article: Kurdish or English ("Times New Roman" font).

·       The clarity of the article and its purpose.

·       The relationship between the title and the content of the article.

·       Results must be reasonable and satisfied.

·       It must be grammatically and linguistically correct

·       Tables and pictures should be clear and related to the topic of the article.

·       The number of references should be appropriate (not less).

·       Scientific and methodological principles should be considered in writing the article.

·       The article should be in accordance with the objectives and politics of the journal.

·       Novelty of the article.

·       It must not have been previously published or accepted for publication in another journal.

·       Font size: Title should be 14 bold, subtitle 12 bold and text 12 not bold.

·       Line space should be 1.15 and between paragraphs 6.