Instructions for Authors
Welcome to the Journal of Advanced Computing Systems (JACS). We are grateful for your interest in contributing to our journal. To ensure a seamless submission and review process, please adhere to the following guidelines.
1. Scope and Types of Submissions
JACS accepts various types of contributions, including:
- Original Research Articles: Detailed studies presenting novel research findings.
- Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of current knowledge and trends, including critical analyses.
- Case Studies: In-depth reports on specific implementations or incidents.
- Technical Notes: Brief accounts of innovative technologies, methodologies, or techniques.
Ensure that your manuscript aligns with the journal's focus and scope. Additional details are available on our Aims & Scope page.
2. Manuscript Preparation
General Guidelines:
- Manuscripts must be in English and submitted as Microsoft Word or LaTeX files.
- Use a standard font, such as Times New Roman, size 12, with double-spacing and 1-inch margins.
- Number all pages consecutively and include line numbers for ease of review.
Structure:
- Title Page: Provide the manuscript title, author names, affiliations, and contact details of the corresponding author.
- Abstract: Summarize key findings and significance in 150–250 words.
- Keywords: List 3–5 relevant keywords.
- Introduction: Describe the background, objectives, and importance of the study.
- Methodology: Outline the methods and procedures employed in the research.
- Results: Present findings clearly and systematically.
- Discussion: Interpret results, discuss implications, and compare them with previous research.
- Conclusion: Highlight key findings and propose future research directions.
- References: Format citations and references in APA style.
- Figures and Tables: Reference figures and tables in the text, ensuring each is numbered and includes a caption.
Supplementary Materials:
Submit supplementary files (e.g., datasets, code, or additional figures) separately, if applicable.
3. Submission Process
Online Submission:
Manuscripts should be submitted via our online submission system. Authors must create an account if they do not have one.
Cover Letter:
A cover letter should accompany the submission. This letter should briefly explain the importance of the work, its relevance to JACS, and disclose any conflicts of interest.
Ethical Considerations:
- Ensure adherence to ethical research standards, including required approvals and permissions.
- Disclose any funding sources and conflicts of interest.
4. Review Process
Peer Review:
All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process. Reviewers are selected based on their subject matter expertise.
Revisions:
Authors may need to revise their manuscripts based on reviewer comments. Revised manuscripts should be accompanied by a detailed response letter addressing the feedback.
Publication Ethics:
Manuscripts must be original, free from plagiarism, and not under consideration elsewhere.
5. Post-Acceptance
Proofreading:
Authors will receive proofs of accepted manuscripts for final review. Promptly review and return proofs to avoid delays in publication.
Publication Fees:
JACS does not charge any fees for manuscript submission or publication.
Copyright:
Upon acceptance, authors must sign a copyright transfer agreement.