Author Guidelines
Author Guidelines for Journal of AI-Powered Medical Innovations:
- Scope and Focus
The Journal of AI-Powered Medical Innovations welcomes original research, review articles, case studies, and technical notes that focus on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in medical and healthcare innovations. Submissions should provide significant contributions to the field, including advancements in AI technologies, machine learning, robotics, data analytics, and their implementation in healthcare systems.
- Manuscript Types
- Original Research: Reports of new research findings in AI-powered medical innovations.
- Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of recent developments in specific AI and healthcare domains.
- Case Studies: Detailed descriptions of the application of AI in clinical settings or healthcare solutions.
- Technical Notes: Brief descriptions of new methodologies, techniques, or tools relevant to AI in medicine.
- Manuscript Preparation
- Language: All manuscripts must be written in clear and concise English. Authors who require assistance with language should seek professional editing services before submission.
- Format: Manuscripts should be submitted in a Microsoft Word or LaTeX format. Text should be double-spaced with 12-point font and 1-inch margins.
- Length: The maximum length for original research articles is 8,000 words, while review articles may be up to 10,000 words. Case studies and technical notes should be between 2,000 and 4,000 words.
- Manuscript Structure
- Title Page: Include the manuscript title, author names, affiliations, and contact details of the corresponding author.
- Abstract: Provide a concise summary of the manuscript (200–300 words) highlighting the objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
- Keywords: List 4–6 relevant keywords.
- Introduction: Clearly state the research problem, objectives, and significance of the study.
- Methods: Provide detailed information on the research design, AI techniques, datasets, and tools used, ensuring reproducibility.
- Results: Present findings clearly with appropriate figures, tables, and statistical analyses.
- Discussion: Interpret the results in the context of existing research, noting limitations and potential future directions.
- Conclusion: Summarize key findings and their implications for medical innovation.
- Acknowledgments: Acknowledge funding sources, collaborators, or institutions that contributed to the study.
- References: Follow the APA 7th edition style for citation. Ensure that all references are accurate and complete.
- Figures and Tables
- Figures: Provide high-resolution images (minimum 300 DPI) in TIFF, JPEG, or PNG format. Ensure that all figures are cited in the text and include a descriptive caption.
- Tables: Submit tables in editable format (e.g., Word or Excel). Each table should have a brief title and be self-explanatory.
- Supplementary Materials: Additional files, such as datasets or extended methods, can be submitted as supplementary material.
- Ethical Considerations
- Human and Animal Subjects: Research involving human or animal subjects must comply with ethical guidelines. Authors must provide proof of ethical approval from institutional review boards (IRB) or equivalent.
- Conflict of Interest: All authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research outcomes or interpretation.
- Data Privacy: Submissions should adhere to data privacy regulations, such as HIPAA or GDPR, especially when dealing with patient data.
- Authorship Criteria
Authors should meet the following criteria for authorship:
- Substantial contributions to the conception or design of the work, or the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data.
- Drafting the work or revising it critically for intellectual content.
- Approval of the final version to be published.
- Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work.
- Submission Process
- Online Submission: Manuscripts must be submitted via the journal’s online submission platform. First-time users will need to create an account.
- Submission Checklist: Before submission, ensure that the manuscript adheres to all formatting guidelines, and all co-authors have approved the final version.
- Cover Letter: Include a cover letter explaining the manuscript's relevance to the journal and confirming that the submission is original and not under consideration elsewhere.
- Peer Review Process
All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review. Authors may suggest potential reviewers during submission, but the editorial team retains the final decision on reviewer selection. The review process typically takes 6–8 weeks.
- Revisions and Resubmissions
Authors will be notified of the review outcomes via email. If revisions are requested, authors must submit the revised manuscript with a detailed response to the reviewers' comments within the specified timeframe.
- Publication Fees
The journal is open access. A publication fee may apply, which will be communicated after acceptance. Waivers are available for authors from low-income countries.
- Post-Acceptance
After acceptance, manuscripts undergo professional copyediting and proofreading. Authors will receive galley proofs for final approval before publication.
