Submission Process
From manuscript preparation to publication in five steps
Prepare
Format your manuscript according to our guidelines. Ensure all co-author details are ready.
1-2 daysSubmit
Create an account and submit your manuscript through our online portal.
30 minutesReview
Your manuscript undergoes peer review by experts in your field.
1-2 weeksRevise
Address reviewer feedback and submit your revised manuscript.
1-2 weeksPublish
Upon acceptance, your article is published with DOI assignment.
1-2 weeksManuscript Requirements
Follow these guidelines to ensure your manuscript meets our standards
Structure
- Title (concise, descriptive, max 150 characters)
- Abstract (250-300 words)
- Keywords (5-7 terms)
- Introduction with clear research objectives
- Methods/Methodology section
- Results and Discussion
- Conclusion with key findings
- References in APA 7th Edition format
Formatting
- Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX format
- Double-spaced, 12pt Times New Roman
- A4 page size with 1-inch margins
- 4,000-8,000 words (excluding references)
- Line numbers for review purposes
- Page numbers in footer
Figures & Tables
- High resolution (300 DPI minimum)
- JPEG, PNG, or TIFF formats
- Tables in editable format (not images)
- Numbered consecutively
- Clear captions and legends
- Cite all figures/tables in text
References
- APA 7th Edition citation style
- DOI links where available
- No more than 50 references typically
- Recent sources preferred (last 5 years)
- Avoid excessive self-citation
- Include author ORCID where possible
Ethics & Compliance
Before submission, ensure your manuscript meets these ethical requirements
OriginalityRequired
The manuscript is original work and has not been published elsewhere or submitted simultaneously.
AuthorshipRequired
All listed authors made significant contributions. All contributors are acknowledged.
Ethics ApprovalRequired
Human/animal research has appropriate ethics committee approval.
Informed ConsentRequired
Participants provided informed consent where applicable.
Conflicts of InterestRequired
All potential conflicts of interest are disclosed in the manuscript.
Data Availability
Research data will be made available upon reasonable request.
FundingRequired
All funding sources are acknowledged in the manuscript.
Note: Hanford Journal follows COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines. Any violation of publication ethics will result in manuscript rejection or retraction. See our Publication Ethics page for details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from authors about the submission process
Hanford Journal operates on an Affordable Gold Open Access model with minimal fees: RM60 (~USD 13) for academic articles and RM15 (~USD 3) for creative works. These fees are significantly lower than industry standard APCs (typically USD 1,000-5,000) whilst ensuring sustainable operations.
The review process typically takes 1-2 weeks from submission to first decision. Our streamlined editorial workflow ensures rapid turnaround without compromising review quality.
Yes, we accept manuscripts that have been posted to recognised preprint servers (e.g., arXiv, SSRN, bioRxiv). Please include the preprint DOI in your submission.
We accept Microsoft Word (.docx) and LaTeX submissions. For LaTeX, please include all source files, figures, and a compiled PDF.
There is no strict limit on the number of authors, but all authors must have made significant contributions. Authorship should follow ICMJE guidelines.
Yes, you can track your submission status through your author dashboard after logging in. You will also receive email notifications at each stage.
We encourage authors to make their data available through repositories. If data cannot be shared, please explain the restrictions in your manuscript.
You can withdraw your manuscript at any time before acceptance by contacting the editorial office. Please provide a brief explanation for the withdrawal.
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