Editorial Guidelines

ACADEMIA International Journal of Clinical & Translational Health (AIJCTH)

The ACADEMIA International Journal of Clinical & Translational Health (AIJCTH) is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ethical integrity, scientific rigor, and editorial transparency in the field of clinical and translational medicine. These editorial guidelines outline the responsibilities and expectations of authors, reviewers, and editors throughout the publication process.

1. Submission and Initial Evaluation

Scope and Relevance

Manuscripts must be original and within AIJCTH’s scope, which includes (but is not limited to): clinical research, translational medicine, biomedical science, diagnostics, therapeutics, public health, and global health initiatives. Authors are strongly encouraged to review the journal’s Aims & Scope before submission.

Plagiarism Screening

All submissions are subject to plagiarism checks using tools like Turnitin. AIJCTH enforces a strict policy—manuscripts with a similarity index over 10% may be returned to the authors for revision or rejected.

Manuscript Formatting Requirements

Authors must follow the AIJCTH Author Guidelines, including the following elements:

  • Complete title and full author details

  • Abstract (structured, max 250 words) and 3–6 keywords

  • Standard sections (e.g., Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion)

  • References formatted in Vancouver Style

  • Ethical declarations and approvals (e.g., IRB approval)

  • Tables, figures, and funding acknowledgments

Licensing Terms

Published articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0) license. This allows for redistribution with proper attribution but prohibits modifications and commercial use.

2. Peer Review Policy

Double-Blind Review Process

AIJCTH uses a double-blind peer review system where both author and reviewer identities remain anonymous. Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent subject experts.

Reviewer Ethics and Selection

Reviewers are selected based on relevant expertise and must disclose any conflicts of interest. All information pertaining to the manuscript is treated confidentially.

Timeliness and Confidentiality

Reviewers are expected to return evaluations within 2–4 weeks. The editorial office monitors timelines to ensure a timely and efficient process.

3. Editorial Decision-Making

Decision Outcomes

Post-review, the editorial decision may include one of the following:

✅ Accept
✏️ Minor or Major Revisions Required
❌ Reject

Authors receive detailed, constructive feedback alongside the decision letter.

Revisions and Resubmission

Revised manuscripts must be accompanied by a point-by-point response to reviewer comments. Depending on the extent of changes, resubmissions may undergo an additional round of peer review.

Appeals

Authors may formally appeal editorial decisions. Appeals are reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief and, if necessary, an independent expert.

4. Ethical Standards and Responsibilities

Authorship Criteria

All authors must have made substantial contributions to the study. The corresponding author assumes full responsibility for the submission, integrity, and communication throughout the editorial process.

Conflicts of Interest

All participants in the editorial process (authors, reviewers, editors) must disclose any personal, institutional, or financial relationships that could influence the outcome.

Ethics and Consent

Studies involving human participants or sensitive data must include ethical clearance (e.g., IRB approval) and informed consent statements.

5. Post-Publication Policy

Corrections and Retractions

In cases of major errors, ethical breaches, or disputes, AIJCTH may:

  • Publish Erratum or Corrigendum notices

  • Retract the article with a full explanation

All corrections are archived and indexing partners are notified.

Digital Preservation

All published content is archived through secure digital repositories to ensure long-term accessibility and citation reliability.

6. Editorial Board Responsibilities

Board Structure and Roles

AIJCTH’s editorial board is composed of experienced academics and clinicians with demonstrated contributions to healthcare research.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participating in peer review

  • Advising on policy and standards

  • Promoting scholarly excellence and inclusivity

Board membership is periodically refreshed to maintain innovation and editorial integrity.

7. Communication and Transparency

Author Support

The editorial office is available to assist authors with:

  • Manuscript preparation

  • Submission tracking

  • Review and revision procedures

Professional Conduct

All communication between authors, editors, and reviewers must be respectful, timely, and constructive, reflecting the journal’s commitment to a collaborative scholarly environment.

By adhering to these editorial guidelines, the ACADEMIA International Journal of Clinical & Translational Health (AIJCTH) ensures the dissemination of credible, impactful, and ethically responsible research in the advancement of healthcare worldwide.