Author Instruction

Guideline for authors to format and submit their manuscript.

Author Guidelines

Follow these instructions carefully to ensure a smooth peer review and publication process. Attention to detail here prevents delays later.

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Double-Blind Review

Do not include any author information in the manuscript. Failure to comply will result in an immediate return for revision.

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Online Declarations

Funding, Ethics, and Data statements must be entered in the online system, not the manuscript.

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Submission & Tracking

Self-submission is required. Use the login portal to register and track progress.

Submission Portal View
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Typography & Style

The Segoe UI Standard

Element Size Style
Main Title28 ptTitle Case
Sections14 ptBold
Body Content11 ptRegular
Equations/Tables<11 ptFlexible

Reference Style

We exclusively use Vancouver style with parentheses.

Correct: (1) Incorrect: [1]
Download ETFLIN Vancouver Style for Mendeley/Zotero →

Keywords Rule

  • 3-6 unique keywords
  • Max 3 words per keyword
  • Avoid title/abstract duplication

Plagiarism Limit

15%

Excluding references. Commercial reports highly encouraged.

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Visuals & Data

Figures & Graphical Abstract

Minimum quality: 300 dpi. Preferred format: JPG/PNG.

Graphical Abstract Example Graphical Abstract Sample

Tables & Equations

Tables: Must use MS Word Insert Table. All borders visible. Bold headers.

Equations: Use MS Word Equation feature. No images. Explain every symbol.

Symbols: Use 𝛼, 𝛽, ∑ (Insert Menu). Italicize alphabetic variables (e.g., x, y).

Supplemental Data

Share as ZIP/RAR or permanent links. Use GitHub for code. No personal Google Drive links.

Authorship & Policy

Author Identity

Full names (First, Middle, Last) are mandatory. Institutional emails preferred. No academic degrees/titles (equality in publishing).

ORCID ID Format: 0000-0000-0000-0000
Corresponding Author

Responsible for all communication. Use asterisk (*) for multiple corresponding authors. No authorship changes allowed after acceptance.

Author Instruction