Author Guidelines
ISCSITR - International Journal of Computer Science and Engineering (ISCSITR-IJCSE) welcomes original research articles, review papers, technical reports, and case studies from researchers, academicians, and industry professionals. Authors are encouraged to follow the guidelines outlined below to ensure a smooth submission and publication process.
Manuscript Preparation
1. Format and Structure
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Language: Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise English.
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File Format: Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
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Page Layout:
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Paper size: A4 (8.27 x 11.69 inches)
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Margins: 1-inch (top, bottom, left, right)
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Font: Times New Roman, size 12
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Line spacing: 1.5
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Alignment: Justified
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2. Manuscript Structure
Ensure that the manuscript is structured as follows:
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Title Page:
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Title of the paper (should be concise and descriptive).
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Names of all authors (in order of contribution).
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Affiliation of each author (institution name, city, country).
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Corresponding author’s name and email address.
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Abstract:
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A brief summary (150–250 words) of the research, including the objectives, methodology, results, and conclusion.
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Include 4–6 relevant keywords.
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Introduction:
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Provide the background and objectives of the study.
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State the problem being addressed and its significance.
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Methodology:
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Clearly describe the methods and procedures used in the research.
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Include details on data collection, analysis, and tools used.
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Outline any software, algorithms, or hardware used.
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Results:
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Present findings with appropriate tables, graphs, and figures.
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Provide performance metrics for algorithms or models (e.g., accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score).
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Avoid repeating information already shown in tables/figures in the text.
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Discussion:
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Interpret the results and explain their significance.
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Compare with existing research and highlight any new insights.
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Discuss any limitations and potential improvements.
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Conclusion:
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Summarize the key findings and their implications.
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State any limitations and potential future research directions.
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References:
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Follow the APA citation style.
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Include all references cited in the text in alphabetical order.
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Ensure that references are accurate and complete.
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3. Figures and Tables
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Number all figures and tables sequentially.
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Provide a descriptive caption for each figure and table.
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Ensure that figures are of high resolution (300 dpi or higher).
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Tables should be editable (not images) and properly aligned.
4. Code and Algorithms
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If the manuscript includes algorithms, they should be clearly written and formatted using pseudocode or code blocks.
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Provide sufficient detail to allow replication of the results.
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Authors are encouraged to provide links to open-source code repositories where applicable.
5. Mathematical and Computational Notation
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Use standard mathematical notation for formulas and equations.
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Define all variables and terms upon first use.
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Ensure that mathematical expressions are clear and consistent.
6. Supplementary Materials
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Authors are encouraged to provide supplementary materials such as datasets, additional figures, or code where applicable.
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Provide a description of the supplementary material in the manuscript.
Submission Process
1. Manuscript Submission:
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Submit your manuscript via email to iscsitr@gmail.com.
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In the email subject line, mention "ISCSITR-IJCSE Manuscript Submission – [Your Paper Title]".
2. Review Process:
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All submitted manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer-review process.
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Authors will receive reviewer comments and may be required to make revisions.
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The review process typically takes 4 to 6 weeks.
3. Acceptance and Publication:
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Upon acceptance, authors will receive an official acceptance letter.
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Accepted papers will be published online in the next available issue.
Publication Ethics
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Manuscripts must be original and not under consideration by any other journal.
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Authors should disclose any conflicts of interest.
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Plagiarism, data fabrication, and duplicate submissions are strictly prohibited.
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All authors should have made significant contributions to the research.
Copyright and Licensing
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By submitting the manuscript, authors grant ISCSITR-IJCSE the right to publish the paper under an open-access model.
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Authors retain copyright to their work, which will be published under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY).
Open Access Policy
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All articles published in ISCSITR-IJCSE are freely available online without any subscription or access fees.
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Readers are allowed to download, share, and distribute published content, provided proper credit is given to the authors.
Conflict of Interest Policy
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Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could influence the research.
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Any conflicts of interest must be stated in the manuscript.
Retraction and Correction Policy
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If a published paper is found to have significant errors or ethical issues, the journal reserves the right to retract or correct the paper.
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Authors will be informed of any corrective actions taken.
Contact Information
???? For more information or to submit your manuscript, contact us at: iscsitr@gmail.com