Manuscript Preparation

1. Introduction

ClinMed Nexus: Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences encourages authors to prepare manuscripts according to recognized standards of academic writing, research reporting, and publication ethics. A well-prepared manuscript enables editors, reviewers, and readers to understand the research objectives, methods, findings, and significance.

These instructions apply broadly to submissions across medical and health sciences, biological sciences, engineering, technology, physical sciences, environmental studies, social sciences, and interdisciplinary research. Authors should also follow reporting conventions specific to their research discipline.

2. General Formatting Requirements

Element	Recommended Format
Document format	Editable Microsoft Word (.docx) or another supported editable format
Language	Clear, professional academic English
Font	Times New Roman, Arial, or another legible standard font
Font size	12 pt for the main manuscript text
Line spacing	1.5 or double spacing
Margins	Approximately 2.5 cm (1 inch)
Page numbering	Consecutive page numbers
Units	International System of Units (SI), where appropriate

These are recommended conventions for initial submission. Discipline-specific formats may be accepted where they improve scholarly clarity.

3. Title Page

The title page should contain:

• A concise and informative manuscript title.
• Full names of all contributing authors.
• Institutional affiliations, including department, institution, city, and country.
• Corresponding author's name and professional email address.
• ORCID identifiers, where available.
• A short running title, if requested.
• Funding and acknowledgement information, where applicable.

Authors should ensure that names and affiliations are entered consistently in both the manuscript and the online submission metadata.

4. Abstract and Keywords

The abstract should provide an accurate and self-contained summary of the manuscript. For original research, authors are encouraged to describe the background, objectives, methods, main results, and conclusions.

A length of approximately 150-300 words is recommended for most research and review manuscripts, subject to article type. Avoid unsupported claims and unnecessary citations within the abstract.

Include approximately 4-8 keywords that accurately represent the research subject, methods, and principal concepts.

5. Main Manuscript Structure

Original research articles should generally follow the Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion (IMRaD) structure. Other article types may use an alternative organization appropriate to the discipline.

Introduction

Explain the research problem, relevant background, existing evidence, knowledge gaps, and specific objectives or hypotheses.

Materials and Methods

Describe study design, setting, sampling, instruments, experimental procedures, data collection, computational methods, statistical analyses, and ethical approvals as applicable. Provide enough detail to support evaluation and reproducibility.

Results

Present the principal findings logically, using text, tables, and figures as needed. Report relevant quantitative estimates, uncertainty, and statistical findings accurately without selective presentation.

Discussion

Interpret findings in the context of existing literature. Discuss theoretical and practical implications, strengths, limitations, possible sources of bias, and future research opportunities.

Conclusion

Summarize the central contributions and their significance. Conclusions must be supported by the reported evidence and should avoid exaggeration.

6. Preparation by Article Type

Review Articles

Include a clear topic rationale, organized discussion of the literature, critical evaluation of available evidence, research gaps, and conclusions. Systematic reviews should describe search methods, eligibility criteria, study selection, and evidence synthesis.

Case Reports and Case Studies

Describe the context, relevant background, case presentation, investigation or analytical approach, outcomes, discussion, and key lessons. Clinical case reports must protect patient identity and include consent information when required.

Short Communications

Present a focused research question, concise methodology, essential findings, and a brief interpretation of their significance.

Methodology and Technical Papers

Explain the proposed method or technology, its rationale, implementation, validation, performance, limitations, and potential applications.

7. Tables

• Number tables consecutively in the order cited.
• Provide a concise, informative title for each table.
• Use clearly labeled columns and appropriate measurement units.
• Explain abbreviations, symbols, and statistical indicators in table notes.
• Avoid unnecessary duplication of data in the main text.
• Use editable tables wherever practical.

8. Figures, Images and Illustrations

Figures may include charts, photographs, diagrams, microscopy images, maps, scientific illustrations, and graphical representations of research findings.

• Number figures consecutively and cite each in the manuscript.
• Provide descriptive captions and legends.
• Use legible labels and sufficient image resolution.
• Retain original research image files where appropriate.
• Disclose substantive image processing or modifications.
• Do not selectively manipulate images in ways that misrepresent findings.
• Obtain permission for third-party material when necessary.
• Remove identifying personal information unless publication consent and authorization are appropriate.

9. References and Citations

References must accurately identify the sources used in the manuscript. Authors should use a recognized citation style consistently throughout the submission.

• Ensure all in-text citations appear in the reference list.
• Verify author names, titles, publication dates, volumes, pages, and article identifiers.
• Include DOIs where available.
• Cite primary research sources when possible.
• Identify preprints and other non-peer-reviewed sources appropriately.
• Do not include invented or unverified references.

10. Research Reporting Standards

Authors should use appropriate reporting standards to improve completeness and transparency. Examples include:

• CONSORT: Randomized controlled trials.
• STROBE: Observational studies.
• PRISMA: Systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
• CARE: Clinical case reports.
• ARRIVE: Research involving animals.
• Other relevant standards: Appropriate discipline-specific reporting frameworks.

11. Required Research Declarations

Include relevant declarations within the manuscript, as applicable:

Ethics Approval

State the name of the approving ethics committee or institutional review board and the approval reference, where required.

Informed Consent

Confirm that informed consent was obtained where required, including consent for publication of identifiable participant information.

Funding

Identify financial support and grant numbers, where applicable, and disclose the role of funders.

Conflicts of Interest

Disclose financial and non-financial interests that could influence the work or its interpretation.

Author Contributions

Describe significant contributions to conceptualization, methodology, investigation, analysis, writing, supervision, or other activities.

Data Availability

Explain where supporting data may be accessed or describe legitimate restrictions on data sharing.

AI Use Disclosure

Disclose material use of generative artificial intelligence tools in writing, analysis, coding, or image preparation, as required by the journal's AI policy.

12. Supplementary Materials

Authors may provide supplementary information that supports the manuscript, including datasets, questionnaires, research instruments, protocols, multimedia files, code, and additional analyses.

Supplementary files should be clearly labeled, cited where appropriate, and free of unnecessary confidential information.

13. Cover Letter

Authors are encouraged to provide a brief cover letter identifying the manuscript title, article type, research significance, and suitability for the journal.

The cover letter may also confirm that the submission is original, not under simultaneous consideration, and approved by all authors.

14. Final Submission Checklist