Authors are expected to review the checklist below carefully before submitting a manuscript. Non-compliant submissions may be returned without review.
 

Manuscript Files

• The manuscript is prepared in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.
• Two separate files are provided:
  • A Title Page
  • An anonymised Main Manuscript
     

Title Page

• The full manuscript title is provided.
• All authors’ names and institutional affiliations are correctly stated.
• The corresponding author’s contact details are included.
• A funding statement is provided, or “No funding” is stated.
• A conflict of interest statement is included, or “None declared” is stated.

Main Manuscript

• The manuscript is fully anonymised and contains no identifying information.
• The manuscript follows the required structure:
  • Title
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Introduction / Study Background
  • Methods
  • Results
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Declarations
  • References

Abstract and Keywords

• The abstract is written as a single paragraph without subheadings.
• The abstract length complies with journal requirements.
• No more than five keywords are provided.
• One or two SDGs are specified.

 
Formatting and Style

• Times New Roman, 12-point font is used.
• The text is justified and page numbers are included.
• No footnotes or endnotes are used.

Tables, Figures, and References

• All tables and figures are cited in the text and placed after first mention.
• Tables are editable and not submitted as images.
• Figures are clear and appropriately labelled.
• References follow APA Style (7th edition) and include DOIs where available.

Ethics and Declarations

• Ethical approval and informed consent are stated, or exemption is clearly justified.
• Conflicts of interest and funding are disclosed.
• Use of generative AI tools, if applicable, is disclosed.

Cover Letter

• A cover letter is prepared.
• Three (3) suggested reviewers are provided with full contact details.
• Suggested reviewers are independent and free from conflicts of interest.