Authors Instructions

 

Welcome to IJLSAR Author Guidelines

The International Journal of Life Science and Agriculture Research (IJLSAR) invites high-quality, original submissions in all areas of life science and agriculture. To ensure a smooth and successful publication process, authors are requested to follow these instructions carefully.

1. Scope and Manuscript Types

IJLSAR publishes (but is not limited to):

Original Research Articles

Review Papers

Short Communications

Case Studies

Book Reviews

Thesis-derived Papers

Note: All manuscripts must represent original, unpublished work not submitted elsewhere.

2. Submission Process

Submission Method:
Submit manuscripts via email to editor@ijlsar.org or through the Online Submission Portal.

Initial Screening:
Manuscripts are checked for scope, originality, formatting, and ethical compliance before further processing.

Acknowledgment:
Receipt of your manuscript will be confirmed within 48 hours.

3. Manuscript Preparation

Formatting Requirements

File Format: MS Word (.doc or .docx)

Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt, double-spaced

Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) all sides

Numbering: Pages and lines must be numbered

Manuscript Structure

Title Page:

Title, author names, affiliations, corresponding author’s email

Abstract:

Max 250 words; structured summary of background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusion

4–6 keywords

Main Text:

Introduction

Materials and Methods

Results

Discussion

Conclusions (optional)

References:

Use APA or Harvard style

List all cited works

Tables & Figures:

Provide clear titles and legends

Cite in the text where appropriate

Submit images as high-resolution files if necessary

Declarations:

Conflict of Interest statement

Funding statement (if applicable)

Author Contributions (Credit taxonomy)

Data Availability Statement:

Specify availability of underlying data/materials

4. Ethical Standards

IJLSAR strictly follows international standards (COPE, ICMJE) on authorship, research integrity, and reproducibility.

All submissions require a statement certifying originality and ethical compliance.

Animal/human research must include appropriate institutional approvals.

5. Peer Review

Double-Blind Process: Both author and reviewer identities are concealed.

Timelines: Decision typically within 7 days.

Authors may be asked to revise and resubmit based on reviewer feedback.

6. After Acceptance

Article Processing Charge (APC): $50 USD (paid via PayPal only, after acceptance)

Proofs: Authors will receive email proof for final correction.

Publication: Assignment of DOI and open-access online publication.

7. Policies and Best Practices

Authorship: All authors must meet IJLSAR authorship criteria.

Plagiarism: Strictly prohibited; manuscripts are screened for originality.

Citation Accuracy: All data, quotes, and references must be properly cited.

8. Template and Support

A downloadable template will be made available on the journal site.

For template requests, detailed queries, or technical support, contact editor@ijlsar.org.

9. Contact Us

For complete guidance, clarifications, or special considerations, reach out to the IJLSAR Editorial Office:
Email: editor@ijlsar.org
 

IJLSAR is dedicated to a fair, transparent, and efficient publication process. We look forward to your valuable contributions to the advancement of life science and agricultural research.