Author Guidelines
The Science Set Journal of Economics Research (ISSN: 3066-9847) welcomes original, unpublished manuscripts that contribute to the academic, empirical, and practical dimensions of economics. Authors are advised to read the guidelines below carefully before submitting their work. Submissions that do not adhere to these standards may be returned for revision or rejected without review.
1. Types of Manuscripts Accepted
The journal accepts a range of manuscript types, including:
- Original Research Articles: Empirical or theoretical studies that provide new insights into economic phenomena.
- Review Articles: Comprehensive syntheses of existing literature, summarizing current knowledge and identifying future research directions.
- Case Studies: Detailed analysis of specific economic events, policies, regions, or systems.
- Short Communications: Brief papers focused on recent findings that are timely and relevant.
- Methodological Papers: Articles that propose new econometric or analytical methods used in economic research.
2. Manuscript Preparation
All manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English. Submissions should be thoroughly proofread for grammar, punctuation, and consistency. Authors whose first language is not English are encouraged to have their manuscript reviewed by a native speaker or professional editor prior to submission.
Structure of the Manuscript
A typical manuscript should include the following components:
- Title Page: This should include the full title of the manuscript, full names of all authors, affiliations, and contact details of the corresponding author.
- Abstract: A concise summary of the paper, not exceeding 300 words. The abstract should briefly state the research problem, methods, key findings, and conclusion. Avoid citations in the abstract.
- Keywords: Include 4 to 7 keywords immediately following the abstract. These should reflect the core themes of the paper to enhance discoverability in academic databases.
- Introduction: This section should provide background information, the rationale for the study, clearly defined objectives, and a brief overview of the methodology.
- Literature Review (if applicable): A comprehensive review of previous work relevant to the study, highlighting gaps the current research addresses.
- Methodology: Describe the research design, data sources, data collection methods, and analytical tools or econometric models used.
- Results and Discussion: Present findings in a logical order using tables, charts, or figures where necessary. Interpret and discuss the results in the context of existing literature.
- Conclusion: Summarize the main findings, implications, limitations, and suggest directions for future research.
- References: List all cited sources in a consistent format. Authors should use recent and relevant literature, prioritizing peer-reviewed academic publications.
3. Formatting Requirements
- Font and Size: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font.
- Spacing: The manuscript should be double-spaced, with margins set to 1 inch on all sides.
- Page Numbers: Number all pages consecutively, starting from the title page.
- Section Headings: Use clear, descriptive headings and subheadings to organize the manuscript.
- Tables and Figures: Each table and figure must be numbered and include a clear, concise caption. All figures and tables should be cited in the text and placed at the end of the manuscript or embedded within the relevant section.
4. Citation and Referencing Style
The journal follows the APA (American Psychological Association) citation style. Authors must ensure all references cited in the text appear in the reference list and vice versa. In-text citations should include the author's last name and year of publication. Example: (XXXX, 2018).
References should follow this format:
Journal article:
Author(s). (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), page numbers.
Book:
Author(s). (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.
Online sources:
Author(s). (Year). Title of document. Retrieved from [URL]
5. Submission Process
Manuscripts must be submitted electronically via the journal’s submission portal. Authors must register with the journal’s website prior to submitting or log in if already registered. All submissions must be accompanied by a cover letter stating the manuscript's originality and confirming that it is not under review elsewhere.
6. Plagiarism and Originality
Submitted manuscripts must be the original work of the author(s) and must not be under consideration by another publication. Plagiarism in any form, including self-plagiarism, will result in immediate rejection. All manuscripts will be screened for originality using reliable plagiarism detection software.
7. Peer Review Process
All manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process. Each paper is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers who are experts in the relevant field. Authors may be asked to revise their manuscript based on reviewer feedback. The editorial team reserves the right to make the final decision regarding publication.
8. Ethical Considerations
Authors must adhere to ethical standards in research and publishing. Any conflicts of interest, funding sources, or ethical approval from relevant boards must be disclosed in the manuscript. Studies involving human participants or sensitive data must include documentation of ethical clearance.
9. Article Processing Charges
The journal applies article processing charges to cover the costs associated with peer review, production, and online hosting. These charges help maintain the journal’s open access model and ensure long-term archiving and availability. Exact details regarding the charges are provided upon manuscript acceptance.
10. Copyright and Licensing
By submitting to the Science Set Journal of Economics Research, authors agree to grant the journal the right to publish their work under a suitable open-access license. Authors retain copyright and full publishing rights with attribution.
