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Review Article Publication Guide for Authors
Not every paper reports new experiments. Review articles, short communications and case studies are also valuable, and IJSCI lists them among the manuscript types it considers. This guide helps you decide which type fits your work and how to prepare a review that editors and reviewers can assess.
Which manuscript type fits your work?
| Type | Main purpose | Suits you if |
|---|---|---|
| Original research article | Reports new methods, data or results | You completed a study with new findings |
| Review article | Critically summarises and connects existing work | You can organise a field and identify gaps |
| Short communication | Reports a focused, early or limited finding quickly | You have a concise result that does not need a full paper |
| Case study | Examines a specific situation, project or application | You can learn something general from one well-documented case |
The journal’s own page on manuscript types is the authority on definitions and requirements. Use this table only as orientation.
What makes a good review article
A review is not a list of summaries. It organises the literature around a question, compares approaches and tells the reader what is known, what is disputed and what is missing.
- A clear question or scope stated at the start.
- A transparent method for finding and selecting sources.
- Synthesis by theme, method or finding rather than paper by paper.
- A critical view of strengths, weaknesses and conflicts between studies.
- Identified gaps and specific directions for future work.
Plan the review in six steps
- Define the question and the boundaries of the topic.
- Search several sources and record your search terms and dates.
- Screen the results and keep a note of why items were included or excluded.
- Extract the key information into a table or matrix.
- Group findings and write the synthesis.
- Draw conclusions, state limitations and propose future work.
Avoid common problems
Reviews are especially exposed to similarity problems because they draw heavily on other people’s words. Paraphrase in your own structure, cite every source and never reuse text from your earlier publications without disclosure. Read the plagiarism policy and the research and publication ethics page before you write.
Also check that the sources you cite are current, that you represent them fairly and that every cited work really appears in your reference list.
Before you submit
- Your scope and title tell the reader exactly what the review covers.
- The abstract states the question, the method of selection and the main conclusions.
- Tables and figures are your own or used with permission.
- References are complete and in one style.
- The manuscript follows the template and guidelines.
Then submit online. The publication fees are listed per accepted article on the charges page; if you are unsure whether your article type changes anything, ask the editor before you pay.
Frequently asked questions
Does IJSCI consider review articles?
Yes. IJSCI lists original research, review articles, short communications and case studies among the manuscript types it publishes.
What is the difference between a review and a short communication?
A review synthesises existing literature. A short communication reports a focused new finding briefly.
Is there a separate fee for review articles?
The published fee table is per accepted article and does not list prices by article type. Ask the editorial office if you need confirmation.
How should I avoid similarity problems in a review?
Paraphrase in your own structure, cite every source and follow the journal’s plagiarism policy.
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Discuss your submission with the editorial office
If you have a question about scope, manuscript requirements or publication fees, email editor@ijsci.com. Include your paper ID if you have already submitted.
