Submissions
Submission Preparation Checklist
All submissions must meet the following requirements.
- This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
- This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
- All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
- All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
- Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.
Scientific theses
Scientific Article Section Policy for Queen Arwa University Journal
1. Article Submission Standards
1.1 Research Title
- Main Title: The main title should be clear, concise, and indicative of the research content. It should not exceed 20 words.
- Sub-Title: If a sub-title is included, it should complement the main title and provide further detail on the research aspect.
1.2 Author Information
- Full Name: The full names of the authors should be provided in both Arabic and English.
- Academic Information: Includes academic degree, specialization, and the institution to which the author is affiliated.
- Contact Information: The primary contact details, such as an email address, must be provided.
- Funding and Conflicts of Interest: Any potential sources of funding and statements regarding conflicts of interest must be disclosed.
1.3 Abstract and Keywords
- Abstract: The abstract should be concise, not exceeding 200 words, and should summarize the objective, methodology, results, and key conclusions.
- Keywords: Between 3 to 5 keywords that accurately represent the main topics of the research should be included, written in both Arabic and English.
2. Writing and Ethical Standards
2.1 Originality and Quality
- Originality: Submissions must be original and not published or submitted for publication elsewhere.
- Quality: Manuscripts should be written in a clear, scholarly language, with ideas logically organized and presented.
- Word Count: The full text of scientific articles should not exceed 15,000 words. However, this limit may be extended as necessary due to the scientific importance of the article, provided that the total word count does not exceed 25,000 words. The text should not be shorter than 3,000 words.
2.2 Academic Integrity
- Citations and References: All sources and references must be correctly cited according to the APA 7th edition. Plagiarism in any form must be strictly avoided.
- Transparency in Publication: The article should include a statement disclosing any conflicts of interest or financial support received by the authors.
3. Peer Review Process
3.1 Procedures
- Double-Blind Review: The identities of both authors and reviewers are concealed to ensure objective and unbiased assessments.
- Number of Reviewers: Articles are sent to at least two reviewers who are experts in the relevant field.
3.2 Review Criteria
- Originality and Methodology: Articles must be of high scientific quality, with clear and reproducible methodologies.
- Results and Discussion: Results should be reliable and well-explained, with comparisons to previous studies where applicable.
4. Retraction and Corrections Policy
4.1 Grounds for Retraction
- Retraction of Articles: Articles may be retracted in cases of plagiarism, significant errors, or undisclosed conflicts of interest.
- Corrections: Corrections will be published for minor errors that do not require retraction of the entire article.
4.2 Procedures
- Retraction Statement: An official statement explaining the reasons for retraction will be published.
- Corrections: Errors will be corrected and the correction will be clearly communicated.
5. Archiving and Open Access
5.1 Archiving
- Digital Archiving: Articles are stored in multiple digital formats to ensure permanent accessibility.
- Paper Archiving: Hard copies are preserved in the university library as a backup.
5.2 Open Access
- Commitment to Open Access: All articles are freely available on the journal's website, enhancing the dissemination and impact of the research.
6. Ethical Standards
- Integrity: The journal is committed to the highest standards of ethical publishing, adhering to the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
- Commitment from Authors and Reviewers: All parties involved must adhere to these ethical standards to ensure transparency and integrity in the publication process.
Copyright Notice
Copyright: The publisher / researcher signs an agreement clarifying his literary and intellectual rights, through which he is granted exclusive publishing rights to the Queen Arwa University Journal.
And then the research is published: after the completion of the previous procedures, and when the research is published in the scientific journal, it will be designated for presentation to readers and the scientific community, with commitment to copyright, affiliation and academic degree.
Privacy Statement
The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.