Manuscript Formatting Guidelines
Article Styling
- Column Layout: Single column
- Font Type: Times New Roman
- Font Size: 10 pt
- Paper Size: A4
- Page Orientation: Portrait
- Top Margin: 0.7 inch
- Bottom Margin: 0.7 inch
- Left Margin: 0.67 inch
- Right Margin: 0.56 inch
Article Structure
- Title: Limited to a maximum of 120 characters
- Author Information: Full name, institutional affiliation, and valid email address
- Abstract: Should not exceed 200 words
- Keywords: Up to five relevant and precise terms
- Introduction
- Review of Literature
- Problem Statement
- Methodology / Research Approach
- Findings and Analysis
- Conclusion
- Future Perspectives
- References
- Author Biography with Photograph(s)
Detailed Section Guidelines
- Title:
The title must be concise, descriptive, and clearly indicative of the research objective or focus. It should be easily understood by readers across related disciplines. - Author Name, Affiliation, and Email ID:
List only the first and last names of authors. Refrain from using honorifics or titles such as Mr., Mrs., Miss, etc. Provide a non-institutional email address for correspondence. - Abstract:
Provide a single-paragraph summary, not exceeding 200 words, that outlines the research question, methodology, key results, and primary conclusions. - Keywords:
Select five concise and relevant keywords that accurately reflect the paper’s core topics and areas of focus. - Introduction:
A succinct section (ideally within one page) offering a contextual background, research significance, and objectives of the study. - Literature Survey:
Present a brief overview of prior studies and existing knowledge relevant to the research domain. - Methods / Research Approach:
Describe the analytical framework, techniques, and procedures adopted to investigate the research problem. - Results / Discussion:
Detail the outcomes, interpret key findings, and compare with previously established data or scholarly benchmarks. - Conclusion:
Provide a concise summary of the study’s major findings and implications. - Future Scope:
Discuss potential research extensions, improvements, and broader implications. Highlight the limitations and suggest areas for future investigation. - References:
Adhere to Vancouver or Oxford citation style. Ensure proper referencing of all external sources with full attribution to original authors. - Author Short Profile:
Include a brief professional biography for each contributing author, accompanied by a passport-sized photo. This adds credibility and familiarity for readers.
Warm regards,
Editorial Team
Journal of Dalian University of Technology (JDUT)