Author Guidelines
The Current Research in Civil and Mechanical Engineering journal accepts original research articles, review papers, technical notes, case studies, and perspectives. Authors must ensure that submissions are original, have not been previously published, and are not under consideration elsewhere. All manuscripts must align with the journal’s scope and should present contributions of scientific or practical significance.
Manuscripts should be submitted through the official submission portal of MK SCIENCE SET LLC. Authors are encouraged to review the specific instructions provided here to facilitate a smooth peer review and publication process.
Formatting and Structure
To maintain consistency and readability, authors must format their manuscripts according to the following structure:
Title Page
- Title: Concise, descriptive, and reflective of the content.
- Author(s): Full names of all authors, along with institutional affiliations and ORCID iDs where available.
- Corresponding Author: Clearly indicated with an email address and institutional details.
Abstract and Keywords
- Abstract: 200-300 words summarizing the research objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
- Keywords: 4-6 relevant terms that reflect the core content of the paper and improve discoverability.
Main Body
- Introduction: Clearly define the research problem, objectives, and background.
- Materials and Methods: Provide enough detail to ensure reproducibility. Include information about tools, software, equipment, and experimental or analytical protocols.
- Results: Present findings with clarity. Use tables, charts, and figures appropriately.
- Discussion: Interpret results in the context of existing literature. Highlight implications, limitations, and relevance to the broader field.
- Conclusion: Summarize key findings and suggest future directions or applications.
References
All references must follow APA style. Ensure accuracy in author names, journal titles, volume and issue numbers, page ranges, and DOIs.
Figures, Tables, and Equations
- Figures and Tables: Must be high-resolution and numbered consecutively. Include descriptive captions. All figures and tables should be cited in the text.
- Equations: Should be clearly formatted and numbered sequentially. Use standard mathematical notation and symbols.
File Formats and Length
- Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).
- Figures may be submitted in JPEG, PNG, or TIFF formats.
- Preferred manuscript length:
- Research articles: 4,000 to 8,000 words
- Review articles: up to 10,000 words
- Technical notes and case studies: 2,500 to 4,000 words
Word count includes all sections excluding references and supplementary material.
Language and Clarity
Manuscripts must be written in clear, academic English. Authors who are not native speakers are encouraged to have their work reviewed by a professional editing service prior to submission. Clarity, grammar, and sentence structure are critical for peer review and acceptance.
Peer Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. Reviewers are selected based on subject expertise and assess the manuscript for originality, scientific rigour, methodology, relevance, and contribution to the field.
The review process typically follows these steps:
- Initial Screening by the editorial team for scope alignment and formatting.
- Assignment to Reviewers, with anonymised content to preserve impartiality.
- Reviewer Evaluation, typically completed within 3-4 weeks.
- Editorial Decision, which may be acceptance, revision, or rejection.
- Final Acceptance and Proofing, with communication from the production team.
Authors are expected to respond to reviewer comments constructively and within the specified revision timeframe.
Ethical Considerations
The journal is committed to the highest standards of research integrity. Authors must adhere to ethical guidelines that include:
- Originality: Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited.
- Conflicts of Interest: Any financial, institutional, or personal conflicts must be disclosed at the time of submission.
- Human and Animal Subjects: If applicable, authors must include evidence of ethical approval and informed consent.
- Data Transparency: Authors should be prepared to share raw data upon request and must declare any limitations or data exclusions.
Copyright and Licensing
All published articles are under an open-access license, allowing for free and unrestricted access, reuse, and distribution. Authors retain copyright of their work while granting MK SCIENCE SET LLC the right to publish and distribute the article under a Creative Commons license (typically CC BY).
By submitting to this journal, authors agree to the open-access policy and accept that their work may be freely accessed and cited, in accordance with the licensing terms.
Article Processing Charges
To support open access and the editorial and production processes, an Article Processing Charge is applied to all accepted manuscripts. The APC covers peer review coordination, copyediting, layout formatting, metadata enrichment, and long-term digital archiving.
The exact APC amount will be communicated upon acceptance. Waivers or discounts may be considered in special circumstances, such as for authors from low-income regions.
Plagiarism Screening
All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection tools. Manuscripts found to contain unoriginal content, whether verbatim or paraphrased without proper citation, will be rejected without review. Repeat or severe infractions may result in blacklisting of the author(s) from future submissions.
Open Access and Copyright Policy
This journal operates under an open-access model, allowing readers worldwide to access published articles without subscription or paywall barriers. The commitment to open access enhances the global dissemination of research and promotes academic collaboration.
Authors retain the copyright of their work and are free to share or archive their published article with appropriate attribution. The journal’s Creative Commons licensing model facilitates widespread use while protecting the authors' rights.
The Current Research in Civil and Mechanical Engineering journal welcomes high-quality contributions that advance knowledge and address contemporary engineering challenges. By following the above author guidelines, researchers can ensure their work is presented professionally and evaluated fairly. The editorial team is committed to maintaining transparency, academic integrity, and a constructive review process to support authors throughout their publication journey.
