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American Research Journal of Nursing
Open Access

American Research Journal of Nursing

ISSN (Online): 2379-2922

DOI: 10.46568/arjn

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Author Guidelines

Submission and manuscript guidelines for American Research Journal of Nursing (ARJN).

Follow these guidelines when preparing and submitting your manuscript to American Research Journal of Nursing .

Overview

ARJ Publishing welcomes original research articles, review papers, case studies, and short communications across all disciplines covered by our journals. Authors should read these guidelines carefully before preparing a submission to ensure compliance with editorial, formatting, and ethical standards.

Manuscript Preparation

Language

  • Manuscripts must be written in clear, grammatically correct English
  • American or British English may be used consistently throughout
  • Professional language editing is recommended for non-native speakers
  • Proofreading services are available upon request

File Format

  • Submit as Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX with PDF preview
  • Figures and tables as separate high-resolution files when required
  • Maximum combined file size: 50 MB per submission
  • Do not submit password-protected or read-only files

Article Types

Article Type Word Limit
Original Research Article 2,000–8,000 words
Review Article 2,000–10,000 words
Case Study / Case Report 1,000–4,000 words
Short Communication 1,500–3,000 words
Editorial / Commentary 1,000–2,500 words

Word limits exclude abstract, references, tables, and figure legends unless otherwise stated by the target journal.

Formatting Requirements

A4 Page Size
12pt Times New Roman
Double Spacing
Page Numbering
Line Numbering

Title Page

  • Full manuscript title (concise and descriptive)
  • Full names and affiliations of all authors
  • Corresponding author name, email, and ORCID
  • Running title (max. 50 characters)
  • Acknowledgments and funding statements

Abstract & Keywords

Abstract

  • Structured abstract: 250 words maximum
  • Sections: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
  • Avoid abbreviations in the abstract

Keywords

  • 4–6 keywords listed alphabetically
  • Keywords should reflect main topics of the manuscript

References

  • Follow APA or Vancouver style as specified by the journal
  • Cite references in numerical order in the text
  • Include DOIs where available
Example

Smith J, Doe A. Title of article. Journal Name. 2024;12(3):45–52. doi:10.1234/example

Figures & Tables

Figures

  • JPEG, PNG, TIFF
  • Minimum 300 DPI

Tables

  • Editable format
  • Numbered sequentially

Ethical Requirements

Authors must confirm:

  • Original work
  • No simultaneous submission
  • Conflict of interest disclosure
  • Ethical approval (if applicable)
  • Informed consent (if applicable)

Submission Process

Submit Manuscript
Initial Check
Peer Review
Revision
Final Decision
Production
Publication

Track your manuscript at every step through the editorial system.

Peer Review Process

  • Double-blind peer review by independent experts
  • Initial editorial screening within 7–10 business days
  • Review period typically 3–6 weeks
  • Decisions: accept, minor/major revision, or reject

Publication Charges

Upon acceptance, an Article Processing Charge (APC) may apply for open access publication. APC waivers are available for authors from eligible countries or in cases of demonstrated financial need.

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Accepted Manuscripts

  1. 1 Receive acceptance letter from the editor
  2. 2 Complete copyright transfer and APC payment (if applicable)
  3. 3 Submit final proof corrections within the deadline
  4. 4 Article published online with DOI assignment

Frequently Asked Questions

Create an account on the ARJ Publishing author portal, select your target journal, upload all required files, and complete the submission checklist.

No. Manuscripts under consideration elsewhere must not be submitted to ARJ Publishing simultaneously.

Initial screening within 7–10 business days. Full peer review typically takes 3–6 weeks.

Yes. Waivers are available for eligible countries and demonstrated financial need. Contact authorsupport@arjonline.org.

Log in to the author portal to view status updates, reviewer comments, and editorial decisions.

Use APA or Vancouver style as specified by your target journal. Check the journal page before submitting.

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