Author Guidelines

Format Requirements:

• Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) or PDF format.
• Use Times New Roman 12-point font with double spacing.
• Include line numbers for review purposes.
• Margins should be 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
• Maximum length: 8,000 words for research articles, 12,000 words for review articles.

Structure Requirements:

• Title Page: Include manuscript title, author names, and corresponding author contact information, along with affiliation if applicable.
• Abstract: 150-250 words summarizing the study's purpose, methods, results, and conclusions.
• Keywords: 4-6 keywords for indexing purposes.
• Main Text: Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
• References: Follow APA 7th edition style.
• Appendices: If applicable, include supplementary materials.

Online Submission System:

• All manuscripts must be submitted through our online submission portal.
• Create an account and complete author profile information.
• Upload manuscript files, figures, and supplementary materials.
• Complete submission checklist and copyright agreement.
• Submit cover letter explaining the significance of your research.

Required Documents:

• Main manuscript file (without author identifying information for blind review).
• Title page with complete author information.
• Figures and tables in high-resolution format.
• Supplementary materials (if applicable).
• Ethics approval documentation (for human/animal studies).
• Conflict of interest disclosure statement.

Review Timeline:

• Initial Editorial Review: 2-3 weeks.
• Peer Review: 6-8 weeks (double-blind review).
• Author Revision: 4-6 weeks for major revisions.
• Final Decision: 2-3 weeks after revision submission.

Review Criteria:

• Originality and significance of research contribution.
• Methodological rigor and appropriateness.
• Clarity of presentation and writing quality.
• Relevance to journal scope and readership.
• Ethical considerations and compliance.

Authorship Requirements:

• All listed authors must have made substantial contributions to the work.
• Authors must approve the final version for publication.
• Corresponding author is responsible for communication during review process.
• Changes to authorship after submission require written consent from all authors.

Research Integrity:

• Manuscripts must report original, unpublished research.
• Simultaneous submission to multiple journals is prohibited.
• Proper citation of all sources and acknowledgment of prior work.
• Data fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism will result in rejection.
• Conflicts of interest must be disclosed transparently.

Copyright Transfer:

• Authors retain copyright while granting publication rights to IAO Alliance.
• Creative Commons licensing options available for open access.
• Authors may deposit accepted manuscripts in institutional repositories.
• Commercial use requires separate licensing agreement.
• Authors who intend to sell or forfeit part or all of their copyrights are encouraged to do so through a publication contract at the time of submission.