About the Journal

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) is an international, hybrid, peer-reviewed, and interdisciplinary scientific journal dedicated to advancing research in all areas of mathematics. The journal is committed to expanding access to high-quality mathematical research, fostering global scientific collaboration with a particular emphasis on African and Middle Eastern scholarship, and building academic research capacity in the mathematical sciences. KSJ provides a modern, highly visible platform for publishing cutting-edge research and welcomes submissions from all branches of mathematics, organized into two primary sections: Pure Mathematics and Applied Mathematics.

The journal emphasizes rigorous analysis, mathematical innovation, and the integration of theory with real-world applications. KSJ aspires to become a leading international journal contributing to the advancement of mathematical sciences and their applications in solving complex real-world problems.

Aims and Scope

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) is dedicated to advancing research across all areas of Statistics as its primary discipline, while maintaining a strong secondary focus on Mathematics. The journal aims to bridge the gap between statistical theory and its practical applications across the sciences, social sciences, industry, and public policy.

The journal is organized into two main sections: Statistics (primary) and Mathematics (secondary).

1. Statistics

This section is devoted to the development, theory, and application of statistical methods across all domains. KSJ covers the full spectrum of statistical science, including but not limited to:

Theoretical Statistics

1. Probability Theory and Stochastic Processes
2. Statistical Inference and Decision Theory
3. Estimation Theory and Hypothesis Testing
4. Asymptotic Statistics
5. Nonparametric and Semiparametric Methods
6. Bayesian Statistics and Computational Bayes
7. Multivariate Analysis
8. Distribution Theory
9. Statistical Learning Theory

Applied Statistics

1. Regression Analysis
2. Design of Experiments and Sampling Theory
3. Longitudinal and Panel Data Analysis
4. Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
5. Categorical Data Analysis
6. Survival Analysis and Reliability
7. Spatial Statistics and Geostatistics
8. Environmental Statistics
9. Biostatistics and Epidemiology
10. Psychometrics and Educational Statistics

Econometrics

1. Econometric Theory and Methods
2. Cross-Sectional and Panel Data Econometrics
3. Time Series Econometrics
4. Financial Econometrics
5. Macroeconomic Forecasting
6. Microeconometrics
7. Causal Inference and Program Evaluation
8. Structural Equation Modeling

Demographic and Population Statistics

1. Demography and Population Dynamics
2. Mortality, Fertility, and Migration Analysis
3. Life Tables and Population Projections
4. Census Methods and Survey Sampling
5. Official Statistics and National Accounting
6. Social Statistics
7. Health and Medical Demography
8. Actuarial Statistics

Computational and Data Science Statistics

1. Statistical Computing and Algorithms
2. Machine Learning and Statistical Learning
3. Big Data Analytics
4. High-Dimensional Statistics
5. Data Mining
6. Statistical Graphics and Visualization
7. Simulation and Monte Carlo Methods
8. Resampling Methods (Bootstrap, Jackknife)

Interdisciplinary and Specialized Statistics

1. Industrial Statistics and Quality Control
2. Agricultural Statistics
3. Operations Research and Statistical Optimization
4. Reliability Engineering
5. Sports Statistics
6. Statistical Genetics and Bioinformatics
7. Chemometrics
8. Astrostatistics

Submissions to this section should present original statistical contributions, whether theoretical, methodological, or applied, supported by rigorous analysis, sound methodology, and meaningful interpretation of results.

2. Mathematics

This section focuses on mathematical research that supports and complements statistical science, as well as fundamental mathematics. The scope includes both pure and applied mathematics relevant to statistical theory and its applications.

Pure Mathematics (relevant to statistical foundations)

1. Algebra and Abstract Algebra
2. Real and Complex Analysis
3. Functional Analysis
4. Topology
5. Number Theory
6. Geometry and Differential Geometry
7. Dynamical Systems
8. Mathematical Logic and Foundations

Applied Mathematics

1. Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations
2. Mathematical Modeling
3. Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing
4. Optimization and Operations Research
5. Mathematical Physics
6. Financial Mathematics
7. Convex Analysis and Optimization Theory
8. Information Theory

Submissions to this section should present original mathematical contributions that either advance statistical methodology, provide rigorous mathematical foundations for statistical theory, or have clear potential applications in statistical science. Pure mathematical submissions without any connection to statistics will be considered only if they are of exceptional quality and broad relevance.

Article Types

Research Papers

Research papers are original full-length research papers that have not been published previously, except in preliminary form such as preprints, abstracts, published lectures, academic theses, or registered reports. The word limit is 7,500 words from introduction to conclusion, excluding references. Research papers may include no more than a combined total of six tables and six figures. Any additional tables and figures may be submitted as supplementary material. Research papers should not contain more than 40 references.

Review Articles

Review articles are accepted in areas of topical interest within the mathematical sciences. They should normally focus on literature published over the previous five years. The word limit is 10,000 words from introduction to conclusion, excluding references. Review articles may include no more than a combined total of six tables and six figures. Review articles should not contain more than 120 references. If an author feels it is absolutely necessary to exceed these limits for tables, figures, or references, they must contact the editorial office for advice before submission.

Short Communications

Short communications are brief reports describing work that may be of a preliminary nature but merits publication. The word limit is 3,000 words from introduction to conclusion, excluding references. These papers should not contain more than 40 references.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the editor are published from time to time on matters of topical interest to the mathematical community. These are typically short, invited contributions responding to published articles or highlighting emerging issues.

Hybrid Open Access Policy

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) operates as a hybrid journal, offering both subscription-based and open access publishing options. Authors may choose their preferred publishing model at the time of submission. This choice does not affect the peer-review process, and reviewers and editors are blinded to the author's publishing preference.

Option 1: Traditional Subscription-Based Publishing

Under the traditional subscription-based publishing option, there are no article processing charges (APCs) for authors. Published articles are accessible only to subscribers, including individuals or institutions that hold a subscription to KSJ. Authors transfer copyright to the publisher or grant an exclusive publishing license. This option is suitable for authors without open access funding or institutional mandates requiring open access publication. Subscription-based articles appear behind a paywall and are available to paying subscribers only.

Option 2: Open Access Publishing (Gold Open Access)

Under the open access publishing option, an article processing charge (APC) applies. The exact APC amount is determined by the publisher and may be subject to change. Published articles are immediately and permanently free for all readers worldwide. Articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), allowing broad reuse with proper attribution. Authors retain copyright. This option is compliant with funder open access mandates, including Plan S, cOAlition S, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), the Wellcome Trust, and other major research funders that require open access publication.

How to Choose the Publishing Model

Authors indicate their publishing preference at the time of submission through the journal's online submission system. The corresponding author is responsible for selecting the option on behalf of all co-authors. Once selected, the preference is recorded but does not influence the editorial evaluation or peer-review process. The peer-review process remains identical for both options.

Post-Acceptance Switching of Publishing Model

Authors may request to switch from subscription-based to open access publishing or from open access to subscription-based publishing after acceptance. Such requests must be made in writing to the editorial office immediately upon receiving the acceptance decision. Switching after acceptance may delay the publication process. The editorial office will provide guidance on the revised timeline and any applicable invoicing or paperwork. Requests made after proof correction has begun may not be accommodated.

Article Processing Charge Waivers and Discounts

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) is committed to equity in publishing and recognizes that not all authors have access to funding for article processing charges. Waivers or discounts may be available for:

1. Authors from low-income and lower-middle-income countries as defined by the World Bank
2. Early-career researchers without institutional funding
3. Authors facing genuine financial hardship on a case-by-case basis

To request a waiver or discount, authors must contact the editorial office before submission. The request must include the author's country of affiliation, institutional affiliation, funding status, and a brief justification. The editorial office will respond within five to seven business days. Waivers and discounts are granted at the discretion of the publisher and are subject to availability.

Peer-Review Process

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) follows a double-anonymized (double-blind) peer review process. Under this system, the identities of both authors and reviewers are hidden from each other throughout the review process.

Step 1: Initial Editorial Screening

All submissions are first assessed by the Editor-in-Chief or a member of the editorial team for suitability, originality, adherence to journal scope, and compliance with formatting and ethical guidelines. Manuscripts that do not meet basic standards may be rejected without external review, a process known as desk rejection.

Step 2: Assignment to an Associate Editor

Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are assigned to an Associate Editor with relevant expertise in the mathematical subfield of the submission. The Associate Editor oversees the review process and is responsible for identifying appropriate reviewers.

Step 3: Double-Blind Peer Review

The manuscript is sent to a minimum of two independent expert reviewers for rigorous scientific assessment. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise, publication record, and absence of conflicts of interest. Reviewers are asked to evaluate the manuscript's originality, methodology, significance, clarity, and adherence to ethical standards. Reviewers provide confidential comments to the editors and may provide anonymous comments to the authors.

Step 4: Editorial Decision

Based on the reviewer reports, the Associate Editor makes a recommendation to the Editor-in-Chief, who renders the final decision. Possible decisions are:

1. Accept – The manuscript is accepted in its current form with no further changes required.
2. Minor Revisions – The manuscript requires small changes, such as clarification of text, additional references, or correction of minor errors. The revised manuscript is typically reviewed by the editor without returning to external reviewers.
3. Major Revisions – The manuscript requires substantial changes, potentially including additional analysis, rewriting of sections, or responses to significant methodological concerns. The revised manuscript is typically sent back to the original reviewers for re-evaluation.
4. Reject – The manuscript is not suitable for publication in KSJ. Rejection may be based on lack of novelty, fatal methodological flaws, insufficient contribution to the field, or non-compliance with ethical standards.

Step 5: Final Publication

Upon acceptance and completion of all required revisions, the manuscript proceeds to production. The article is copy-edited, typeset, and published online. The final version is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) and made available on the journal website according to the chosen publishing model.

Editorial Independence and Conflict of Interest

Editors are not involved in making decisions about papers that:

1. They have written themselves, either as sole author or co-author
2. Have been written by family members, including spouses, children, parents, or siblings
3. Have been written by close colleagues or collaborators within the past three years
4. Relate to products or services in which they have a financial or personal interest

Any such submissions will be subject to the journal's usual procedures, and peer review will be handled independently of the editor involved and their research group. The alternative editor assigned to handle such submissions will have no conflicts of interest related to the manuscript.

Appeals Process

Authors may submit a formal appeal request to the editorial decision, provided it meets all requirements and follows the procedure outlined in the journal's appeal policy. Appeals must be submitted in writing to the editorial office within 30 days of the decision date. The appeal must provide a clear justification for reconsideration, including a point-by-point response to the reviewers' comments and an explanation of why the decision was incorrect. Only one appeal per submission will be considered. The appeal decision will be final and binding. No further appeals or correspondence will be entertained after the appeal decision is issued.

Special Issues and Article Collections

The peer review process for special issues and article collections follows the same process as outlined above for regular submissions. Guest editors may be invited to manage submissions for special issues, and they may send manuscripts out to reviewers and recommend a decision to the journal editor. However, the journal editor oversees the peer review process of all special issues and article collections to ensure the high standards of publishing ethics and responsiveness are respected. The journal editor retains final responsibility for the decision regarding acceptance or rejection of all articles in special issues. Guest editors must declare any conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from handling submissions authored by themselves, their family members, or their close colleagues.

Publication Ethics

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). All authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to comply with these ethical standards.

Submission Declaration

When authors submit an article to Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ), it is implied that:

1. The work described has not been published previously except in the form of a preprint, an abstract, a published lecture, an academic thesis, or a registered report.
2. The article is not under consideration for publication elsewhere, including in the same or similar form in any language.
3. The article's publication is approved by all authors and tacitly or explicitly by the responsible authorities where the work was carried out.
4. If accepted, the article will not be published elsewhere in the same form, in English or in any other language, including electronically, without the written consent of the copyright holder.

To verify compliance with the journal's publishing policies, KSJ may check all manuscripts with professional screening tools for plagiarism, duplicate submission, and image manipulation.

Plagiarism and Misconduct

KSJ has a strict anti-plagiarism policy. All manuscripts are screened using plagiarism detection software before being sent for peer review. Plagiarism in any form, including direct copying of text, paraphrasing without attribution, self-plagiarism (reuse of the author's own previously published work without citation), and idea plagiarism, is unacceptable. Manuscripts found to contain plagiarism will be rejected immediately. If plagiarism is discovered after publication, the article will be retracted, and all authors will be notified. The retraction notice will be published and linked to the original article.

Data Integrity and Transparency

Authors are expected to maintain accurate records of all data and materials used in their research. Data should be presented honestly without fabrication, falsification, or inappropriate manipulation. Authors are encouraged to deposit their data in a recognized data repository and to include data availability statements in their manuscripts. Any concerns about data integrity will be investigated in accordance with COPE guidelines.

Corrections and Retractions

KSJ is committed to maintaining the integrity of the scientific record. When errors are identified in published articles, the journal will issue a correction, an expression of concern, or a retraction as appropriate. Corrections are published for minor errors that do not affect the scientific conclusions. Retractions are issued for major errors, plagiarism, duplicate publication, or ethical violations. All retractions are clearly labeled as such and linked to the original article. Authors who discover errors in their own published work are ethically obligated to notify the journal immediately.

Authorship Policy

Criteria for Authorship

All authors must have made substantial contributions to all of the following four criteria, as defined by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) and adopted by KSJ:

1. The conception and design of the study, or acquisition of data, or analysis and interpretation of data
2. Drafting the article or revising it critically for important intellectual content
3. Final approval of the version to be submitted
4. Accountability for all aspects of the work, to ensure that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved

All individuals who meet these four criteria must be listed as authors. Individuals who contributed to the research but do not meet all four criteria should be acknowledged in the acknowledgements section with their permission. Acquisition of funding, general supervision of a research group, or administrative support alone does not justify authorship.

Corresponding Author

Authors should appoint a single corresponding author to communicate with the journal during the editorial process. The corresponding author submits the manuscript and all required documentation to the journal and serves as the primary contact between the journal and the co-authors. The corresponding author is responsible for:

1. Ensuring that all authors have reviewed and approved the final version of the manuscript
2. Responding to editorial correspondence in a timely manner
3. Coordinating revisions and providing final approval of proofs
4. Communicating with co-authors about the status of the manuscript
5. Ensuring compliance with all journal policies

Only the corresponding author's affiliation will be used to determine eligibility for a publishing agreement and possible discounts related to it. Affiliations of other co-authors are not relevant for eligibility determinations.

Changes to Authorship

The editors of Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) generally will not consider changes to authorship once a manuscript has been submitted. It is important that authors carefully consider the authorship list and order of authors and provide a definitive author list at submission.

The policy of the journal regarding authorship changes is as follows:

All authors must be listed in the manuscript, and their details must be entered into the submission system. Changes can only be made prior to acceptance, and only if approved by the journal editor. This includes additions, deletions, or rearrangement of author names.

Requests to change authorship must be made by the corresponding author using the official Authorship Change Request Form. The corresponding author must provide the reason for the request to the journal editor with written confirmation from all authors, including any authors being added or removed, that they agree with the changes. Requests that do not comply with the instructions outlined in the form will not be considered.

This journal does not allow authorship changes after acceptance. This includes additions, deletions, or the rearrangement of author names, including changes to the corresponding author.

The review process may be paused while a change in authorship request is being considered. Change requests made by the authors without the Authorship Change Request Form or editor approval may result in the rejection of the manuscript or retraction if the article has already been published.

Declaration of Competing Interests

All authors must disclose any financial and personal relationships with other people or organizations that could inappropriately influence or bias their work. Examples of potential competing interests include:

1. Employment by an organization that may benefit from the publication
2. Consultancies, whether paid or unpaid
3. Stock ownership or shares in organizations that may benefit from the publication
4. Honoraria for lectures, speeches, or educational events
5. Paid expert testimony
6. Patent applications or registrations held or pending
7. Grants or any other funding from organizations that may benefit from the publication
8. Affiliation with the journal as an Editor or Advisory Board Member
9. Personal relationships with individuals involved in the editorial process
10. Any other financial or non-financial interests that could reasonably be perceived as influencing the work

Disclosure Process for Authors

The corresponding author is responsible for collecting disclosure statements from all co-authors and submitting a single completed declaration form. The declaration should be uploaded as a separate file during the submission process. The file must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format. Author signatures are not required, but the submitting author attests that all co-authors have been informed and have agreed to the disclosed information.

If an author has no competing interests to declare, they should select the option "I have nothing to declare" or write "None declared" in the disclosure statement.

Editorial Affiliation Disclosure

If an author is also an editor or advisory board member of Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ), they must disclose this affiliation. The required disclosure text is:

"Given my role as [insert journal role title, e.g., Associate Editor] with Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ), I had no involvement in the peer-review of this article and have no access to information regarding its peer-review. Full responsibility for the editorial process for this article was delegated to another journal editor."

This disclosure statement will be included as a footnote or in the declaration of competing interest section of the published article. The handling editor for such submissions must be someone without any relationship to the author.

Funding Sources

Authors must disclose all funding sources that provided financial support for the conduct of the research and preparation of the article. The role of sponsors, if any, should be declared in relation to the study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, writing of the report, and the decision to submit the article for publication. If funding sources had no such involvement, this should be stated in the submission.

Standard Format for Funding Disclosure

List funding sources in the following standard way to facilitate compliance with funder requirements:

"Funding: This work was supported by the National Institutes of Health [grant numbers xxxx, yyyy]; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, WA [grant number zzzz]; and the United States Institutes of Peace [grant number aaaa]."

It is not necessary to include detailed descriptions of the program or type of grants, scholarships, and awards. When funding is from a block grant or other resources available to a university, college, or other research institution, submit the name of the institute or organization that provided the funding.

Statement for Unfunded Research

If no funding has been provided for the research, it is recommended to include the following sentence:

"This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors."

Responsibility for Accuracy

The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that the funding information provided is complete and accurate. Incorrect or incomplete funding information may delay publication or result in non-compliance with funder requirements.

Declaration of Generative AI Use

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) recognizes the potential of generative artificial intelligence and AI-assisted technologies, when used responsibly, to help researchers work efficiently, gain critical insights, and achieve better outcomes. Increasingly, these tools, including large language models, AI agents, and deep research tools, are helping researchers to synthesize complex literature, provide an overview of a field or research question, identify research gaps, generate ideas, and provide tailored support for tasks such as content organization and improving language and readability.

Permitted Use with Disclosure

Authors preparing a manuscript for this journal may use AI tools to support them. However, these tools must never be used as a substitute for human critical thinking, expertise, and evaluation. AI technology should always be applied with human oversight and control. Ultimately, authors are responsible and accountable for the contents of their work.

This responsibility includes accountability for:

1. Carefully reviewing and verifying the accuracy, comprehensiveness, and impartiality of all AI-generated output, including checking sources, as AI-generated references can be incorrect or fabricated
2. Editing and adapting all material thoroughly to ensure the manuscript represents the author's authentic and original contribution and reflects their own analysis, interpretation, insights, and ideas
3. Ensuring the use of any tools or sources, AI-based or otherwise, is made clear and transparent to readers
4. Ensuring the manuscript is developed in a way that safeguards data privacy, intellectual property, and other rights by checking the terms and conditions of any AI tool that is used

Prohibition on AI Authorship

Authors must not list or cite AI tools as an author or co-author on the manuscript, since authorship implies responsibilities and tasks that can only be attributed to and performed by humans. An AI tool cannot meet the authorship criteria of substantial intellectual contribution, accountability, or approval of the final version.

Required Disclosure Statement

The use of AI tools in the manuscript preparation process must be declared by adding a statement at the end of the manuscript when the paper is first submitted. The statement will appear in the published work and should be placed in a new section before the references list.

The heading of this section should be:

Declaration of Generative AI and AI-Assisted Technologies in the Manuscript Preparation Process

The statement should follow this format:

"During the preparation of this work, the author(s) used [NAME OF TOOL OR SERVICE] for [SPECIFIC REASON, e.g., language editing, literature synthesis, content organization]. After using this tool or service, the author(s) reviewed and edited the content as needed and take(s) full responsibility for the content of the published article."

Exceptions

The declaration requirement does not apply to the use of basic tools such as spell-checkers, grammar checkers, reference managers, or plagiarism detection software. These are considered standard writing tools rather than generative AI tools. If authors have nothing to disclose regarding generative AI use, they do not need to add a statement.

Prohibited Use for Reviewers and Editors

To protect authors' rights and the confidentiality of their research, Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) does not permit the use of generative AI or AI-assisted technologies such as ChatGPT or similar services by reviewers or editors in the peer-review and manuscript evaluation process. Reviewers and editors must not upload manuscripts, portions of manuscripts, or any confidential information into AI tools. This prohibition is necessary to prevent breaches of confidentiality, data privacy violations, and the potential for AI-generated reviews that lack appropriate critical analysis.

Preprint Policy

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) supports preprint sharing and recognizes the value of early dissemination of research findings.

Definition of Preprint

A preprint is a version of a scholarly paper that precedes formal peer review and publication in a journal. Preprints are typically posted on public servers such as arXiv, SSRN, medRxiv, or other recognized preprint repositories.

Permitted Preprint Sharing

Authors may share preprints of their work at any time, including before submission, during the review process, or after publication. Sharing a preprint does not count as prior publication for the purposes of consideration in KSJ. Preprints remain independent of the journal's editorial process and do not affect publication decisions.

Preprint Posting During Submission

During submission to KSJ, authors may choose to post their manuscript on SSRN through the journal's integration. If this option is selected, the manuscript will be made publicly available as soon as it passes the journal's initial desk review.

Benefits of posting a preprint on SSRN include:

1. Early registration with a preprint DOI (Digital Object Identifier)
2. A link from the preprint to the version of record if published in KSJ
3. Preprint posting, sharing, and download availability that facilitates collaboration and early citations

Preprint Server Requirements

Authors should ensure that the preprint server they use allows for subsequent publication in a peer-reviewed journal and permits the author to transfer copyright or grant a publishing license to the journal. Most major preprint servers meet these requirements.

Responsibility for Preprint Posting

It is expected that the corresponding author will seek approval from all co-authors before agreeing to post the manuscript publicly prior to peer review on any preprint server. The decision to post or not post a preprint will have no effect on the editorial process or publication outcome with the journal.

Citation of Preprints

Authors may cite preprints that are relevant to their work. When citing a preprint, authors should include the word "preprint" or the name of the preprint server as part of the reference and provide the preprint DOI.

Use of Inclusive Language

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) is committed to promoting inclusive language in all published content. Inclusive language acknowledges diversity, conveys respect to all people, is sensitive to differences, and promotes equal opportunities.

General Principles

Authors should ensure their work uses inclusive language throughout and contains nothing which might imply one individual is superior to another on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, disability, or health condition.

Specific Recommendations

1. Avoid using descriptors about personal attributes unless they are relevant and valid for the research
2. Write for gender neutrality by using plural nouns such as "researchers," "authors," or "mathematicians" as the default
3. Wherever possible, avoid using "he," "she," or "he/she" as generic pronouns. Use "they" as a singular gender-neutral pronoun when appropriate
4. No assumptions should be made about the beliefs of readers
5. Writing should be free from bias, stereotypes, slang, reference to dominant culture, and cultural assumptions

Applicability

These guidelines are meant as a point of reference to help authors identify appropriate language but are by no means exhaustive or definitive. Authors are encouraged to consult current resources on inclusive language in academic writing.

Reporting Sex- and Gender-Based Analyses

There is no single, universally agreed-upon set of guidelines for defining sex and gender. Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) offers the following guidance:

1. Sex- and gender-based analyses should be integrated into research design when research involves or pertains to humans, animals, or eukaryotic cells. This should be done in accordance with any requirements set by funders or sponsors and best practices within the field
2. Sex and gender dimensions of the research should be addressed within the article or declared as a limitation to the generalizability of the research
3. Definitions of sex and gender applied should be explicitly stated to enhance the precision, rigor, and reproducibility of the research and to avoid ambiguity or conflation of terms and the constructs to which they refer

Definitions

1. Sex generally refers to a set of biological attributes that are associated with physical and physiological features such as chromosomal genotype, hormonal levels, and internal and external anatomy. A binary sex categorization (male or female) is usually designated at birth as sex assigned at birth and is in most cases based solely on the visible external anatomy of a newborn. In reality, sex categorizations include people who are intersex or have differences of sex development
2. Gender generally refers to socially constructed roles, behaviors, and identities of women, men, and gender-diverse people that occur in a historical and cultural context and may vary across societies and over time. Gender influences how people view themselves and each other, how they behave and interact, and how power is distributed in society

Application

Depending on the focus of a paper, sex and gender may or may not be relevant to the content of the paper. KSJ recognizes that beliefs, attitudes, and laws relating to sex and gender may vary. These guidelines do not attempt to dictate author beliefs but rather require that, where relevant to an author's research or paper, the author must provide clear explanations of how the paper and research define and use sex and gender.

Manuscript Formatting Guidelines

File Format

Authors must provide editable source files for their entire submission, including figures, tables, and text graphics. Files should be saved in an editable format using the extension .doc or .docx for Microsoft Word files and .tex for LaTeX files. A PDF is not an acceptable source file for the manuscript. Microsoft Word files should be formatted in a single-column layout. Double-column formatting is only permitted for LaTeX submissions. Authors must remove any strikethrough and underlined text from their manuscript unless it has scientific significance related to the article. Authors are strongly advised to use spell-check and grammar-check functions to avoid errors before submission.

Title Page

The title page must include the following details:

Article Title: The article title should be concise and informative. Authors should avoid abbreviations and formulae where possible, unless they are established and widely understood, such as DNA or PDE.

Author Names: Provide the given name or names and family name of each author. The order of authors should match the order in the submission system. Carefully check that all names are accurately spelled. If needed, authors may add their name in parentheses in their own script after the English transliteration.

Affiliations: Add affiliation addresses, referring to where the work was carried out, below the author names. Indicate affiliations using a lower-case superscript letter immediately after the author's name and in front of the corresponding address. Ensure that the full postal address of each affiliation is provided, including the country name and, if available, the email address of each author.

Corresponding Author: Clearly indicate who will handle correspondence for the article at all stages of the refereeing and publication process and also post-publication. This responsibility includes answering any future queries about the results, data, methodology, and materials. It is important that the email address and contact details of the corresponding author are kept up to date during the submission and publication process.

Present or Permanent Address: If an author has moved since the work described in the article was carried out, or the author was visiting during that time, a present address or permanent address can be indicated by a footnote to the author's name. The address where the author carried out the work must be retained as their main affiliation address. Use superscript Arabic numerals for such footnotes.

Abstract

Authors are required to provide a concise and factual abstract which does not exceed 250 words. The abstract should briefly state the purpose of the research, principal results, and major conclusions. Abstracts must be able to stand alone because abstracts are often presented separately from the article. Authors should avoid references in the abstract. If any references are essential to include, authors must ensure that they cite the author name or names and year of publication. Authors should also avoid non-standard or uncommon abbreviations. If any abbreviations are essential to include, they must be defined within the abstract at first mention.

Keywords

Authors are required to provide between one and seven keywords for indexing purposes. Keywords should be written in English. Authors should try to avoid keywords consisting of multiple words that use the words "and" or "of." It is recommended that authors only use abbreviations in keywords if the abbreviations are firmly established in the field.

Highlights

Authors are encouraged to provide article highlights at submission. Highlights are a short collection of bullet points that should capture the novel results of the research as well as any new methods used during the study. Highlights will help increase the discoverability of the article via search engines. Highlights should be submitted as a separate editable file in the online submission system with the word "highlights" included in the file name. Highlights should consist of between three and five bullet points, each with a maximum of 85 characters including spaces.

Graphical Abstract

Authors are encouraged to provide a graphical abstract at submission. The graphical abstract summarizes the contents of the article in a concise, pictorial, professional form, highlighting important aspects of the research. It is designed to appeal to an interdisciplinary audience and draw more attention to the online article. Authors must ensure they have obtained the necessary permission to include any third-party owned material in a graphical abstract. The use of generative AI or AI-assisted tools in the production of graphical abstracts must align with the journal's GenAI policies. The graphical abstract should be submitted as a separate file in the online submission system. The image should be 531 by 1328 pixels in height by width or proportionally more and should be readable at a size of 5 by 13 centimeters. Preferred file types for graphical abstracts are TIFF, EPS, PDF, or Microsoft Office files.

Mathematical Formulae

Authors must submit mathematical equations as editable text, not as images. Simple formulae should be presented in line with normal text where possible. Authors should use the solidus (/) instead of a horizontal line for small fractional terms such as X/Y. Variables should be presented in italics. Powers of e should be denoted by exp rather than using the superscript e. Display equations separately from the text, numbering them consecutively in the order they are referred to within the text. Equation numbers should be placed in parentheses at the right margin.

Tables

Tables must be submitted as editable text, not as images. Tables should be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article. All tables must be cited in the manuscript text. Tables should be numbered consecutively according to their appearance in the text. Captions must be provided along with the tables. Any table notes should be placed below the table body. Vertical rules and shading within table cells are not permitted. Authors should use tables sparingly, ensuring that any data presented in tables does not duplicate results described elsewhere in the article.

Figures, Images, and Artwork

Figures, images, artwork, diagrams, and other graphical media must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. All images must be cited in the manuscript text. Images should be numbered according to the sequence they appear within the article. Each image should be submitted as a separate file using a logical naming convention such as Figure_1, Figure_2, and so on. Text graphics may be embedded in the text at the appropriate position. If authors are working with LaTeX, text graphics may also be embedded in the file.

Figure Captions

All images must have a caption. A caption should consist of a brief title that is not displayed on the figure itself and a description of the image. Authors are advised to keep the amount of text in any image to a minimum, though any symbols and abbreviations used should be explained in the caption.

Artwork Format Requirements

When artwork is finalized, authors should save or convert their electronic artwork to the formats listed below, taking into account the given resolution requirements:

Vector drawings: Save as EPS or PDF files, embedding the font or saving the text as graphics.

Color or grayscale photographs (halftones): Save as TIFF, JPG, or PNG files using a minimum of 300 dpi. For single column width, the minimum pixels are 1063. For full page width, the minimum pixels are 2244.

Bitmapped line drawings: Save as TIFF, JPG, or PNG files using a minimum of 1000 dpi. For single column width, the minimum pixels are 3543. For full page width, the minimum pixels are 7480.

Combinations of bitmapped line drawings and halftones (color or grayscale): Save as TIFF, JPG, or PNG files using a minimum of 500 dpi. For single column width, the minimum pixels are 1772. For full page width, the minimum pixels are 3740.

Authors must not submit files that are too low in resolution or disproportionately large images compared to font size, as text may become unreadable.

Color Artwork

If authors submit usable color figures with their accepted article, the journal will ensure that they appear in color online. Authors should ensure that color images are accessible to all, including those with impaired color vision.

Generative AI and Figures, Images, and Artwork

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) does not permit the use of generative AI or AI-assisted tools to create or alter images in submitted manuscripts. The only exception is if the use of AI or AI-assisted tools is part of the research design or methods, for example in the field of biomedical imaging. If this is the case, such use must be described in a reproducible manner in the methods section, including the name of the model or tool, version and extension numbers, and manufacturer. The use of generative AI or AI-assisted tools in the production of artwork such as graphical abstracts is not permitted.

Supplementary Material

Authors are encouraged to use supplementary materials such as datasets, additional tables, code, or multimedia files to enhance research. Supplementary material should be accurate and relevant to the research. All supplementary files must be cited in the manuscript text. All supplementary materials should be submitted at the same time as the manuscript. A concise, descriptive caption must be included for each supplementary file, describing its content. After submission, supplementary files can only be added or replaced in the revision stage of the editorial process. Authors should be aware that all supplementary materials provided will appear online in the exact same way as received. These files will not be checked, formatted, or typeset by the production team.

Video and Animation

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) accepts video material and animation sequences to support and enhance scientific research. Authors are encouraged to include links to video or animation files within articles. When including video or animation file links within an article, authors should refer to the video or animation content by adding a note in the text where the file should be placed. Files should be clearly labeled to ensure the given file name is directly related to the file content. Files should be provided in one of the recommended file formats. Files should be within the preferred maximum file size of 150 MB per file and 1 GB in total. Stills must be provided for each file. These will be used as standard icons to personalize the link to the video data. Authors may choose any frame from the video or animation or make a separate image. Descriptive text must be provided in the manuscript to refer to the video content. This text helps ensure accessibility for visually impaired readers who rely on descriptive information.

Research Data

Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) is committed to supporting the storage of, access to, and discovery of research data. Research data refers to the results of observations or experimentation that validate research findings, which may also include software, code, models, algorithms, protocols, methods, and other useful materials related to the project.

For this journal, authors are encouraged to deposit their research data in a relevant data repository, cite and link to this dataset in their article, and if this is not possible, make a statement explaining why research data cannot be shared.

Data Statement

To foster transparency, authors are encouraged to state the availability of any data at submission. Ensuring data is available may be a requirement of a funding body or institution. If data is unavailable to access or unsuitable to post, authors may state the reason why, for example, if research data includes sensitive or confidential information such as patient data, during the submission process. This statement will appear with the published article.

Data Linking

Linking to the data underlying the work increases exposure and may lead to new collaborations. It also provides readers with a better understanding of the described research. If research data has been made available in a data repository, authors may provide a link to the dataset when prompted during the online submission process.

Co-Submission of Related Data, Methods, or Protocols

Authors are encouraged to publish a description of their research data, methods, or protocols related to their regular article as a co-submission article in Data in Brief or MethodsX. This co-submission can be submitted at the same time as the regular manuscript submission to this journal. If both the regular and co-submitted manuscripts are accepted for publication, they will be linked together, thereby promoting research reproducibility, interoperability, and open science.

Article Structure

Divide the article into clearly defined and numbered sections. Number subsections as 1.1, followed by 1.1.1, 1.1.2, and so on, then 1.2, and so on. Use the numbering format when cross-referencing within the article. Do not refer to "the text" alone. Subsections may be given a brief heading. Headings should appear on a separate line. Do not include the article abstract within section numbering.

Theory and Calculation Section

The theory section should lay the foundation for further work by extending the background provided in the introduction to the article. The calculation section should represent a practical development from a theoretical basis.

Footnotes

Authors are advised to use footnotes sparingly. If footnotes are included in the article, they must be numbered consecutively. Authors may use system features that automatically build footnotes into text. Alternatively, authors may indicate the position of footnotes within the text and present them in a separate section at the end of the article.

Acknowledgements

Include any individuals who provided help during the research, such as help with language, writing, or proofreading, in the acknowledgements section. Acknowledgements should be placed in a separate section which appears directly before the reference list. Do not include acknowledgements on the title page, as a footnote to the title, or anywhere else in the article other than in the separate acknowledgements section.

Author Contributions Using CRediT

Corresponding authors are encouraged to acknowledge co-author contributions using CRediT (Contributor Roles Taxonomy) roles. The available roles are:

1. Conceptualization
2. Data curation
3. Formal analysis
4. Funding acquisition
5. Investigation
6. Methodology
7. Project administration
8. Resources
9. Software
10. Supervision
11. Validation
12. Visualization
13. Writing – original draft
14. Writing – review and editing

Not all CRediT roles will apply to every manuscript, and some authors may contribute through multiple roles.

Appendices

Authors are asked to use the following format for appendices: Identify individual appendices within the article using the format A, B, C, and so on. Give separate numbering to formulae and equations within appendices using formats such as Eq. (A.1), Eq. (A.2), and so on, and in subsequent appendices, Eq. (B.1), Eq. (B.2), and so on. In a similar way, give separate numbering to tables and figures using formats such as Table A.1, Fig. A.1, and so on.

References

References within Text: Any references cited within the article should also be present in the reference list and vice versa. References cited in the abstract must be given in full. It is recommended that authors do not include unpublished results and personal communications in the reference list, though they may mention them in the text of the article. Any unpublished results and personal communications included in the reference list must follow the standard reference style of the journal. In substitution of the publication date, add "unpublished results" or "personal communication." References cited as "in press" imply that the item has been accepted for publication.

Reference Format: This journal does not set strict requirements on reference formatting at submission. References can be in any style or format as long as the style is consistent. Author names, journal or book titles, chapter or article titles, year of publication, volume numbers, article numbers, or pagination must be included where applicable. The journal's reference style will be applied to the article after acceptance at the proof stage. If required, at this stage authors will be asked to correct or supply any missing reference data.

Web References: When listing web references, at a minimum authors should provide the full URL and the date when the reference was last accessed. Additional information such as DOI, author names, dates, or reference to a source publication should also be provided if known. Web references may be listed separately under a new heading directly after the reference list or included in the reference list.

Data References: Authors are encouraged to cite underlying or relevant datasets within article text and to list data references in the reference list. When citing data references, authors should include author name or names, dataset title, data repository, version where available, year, and global persistent identifier. Add the word "dataset" in square brackets immediately before the reference.

Preprint References: Authors are asked to mark preprints clearly. The word "preprint" or the name of the preprint server should be included as part of the reference along with the preprint DOI. Where a preprint has subsequently become available as a peer-reviewed publication, use the formal publication as the reference. If there are preprints that are central to the work or that cover crucial developments in the topic but they are not yet formally published, the preprint may be referenced.

Submission Process

Submission Checklist

Before completing the submission of the manuscript, authors are advised to review the following checklist:

1. One author has been designated as the corresponding author, and their full contact details including email address, full postal address, and phone numbers have been provided. Only the corresponding author's affiliation will be used to determine eligibility for the publishing agreement.
2. The publishing preference has been selected: subscription-based (no fee) or open access (APC applies).
3. All files have been uploaded, including tables and figures with titles, captions, and footnotes, keywords, supplementary materials, and videos.
4. Spelling and grammar checks have been carried out.
5. All references in the article text are cited in the reference list, and vice versa.
6. Permission has been obtained for the use of any copyrighted material from other sources, including the Web.
7. For open access articles, all authors understand that they are responsible for payment of the article publishing charge if the manuscript is accepted. Payment of the APC may be covered by the corresponding author's institution or the research funder.
8. A competing interests declaration has been completed by all authors.
9. Funding sources have been disclosed.
10. A generative AI disclosure statement has been included if applicable.
11. The manuscript has been formatted according to the journal's guidelines.

Online Submission Process

The journal's online submission system guides authors through the process steps of entering manuscript details and uploading files. The system converts the article files to a single PDF file used in the peer-review process. Editable files such as Word or LaTeX are required to typeset the article for final publication. All correspondence, including notification of the editor's decision and requests for revision, is sent by email.

APC Waiver Request Process

To request a waiver or discount of the article processing charge for open access publication, authors must contact the editorial office before submission. The request must include the author's country of affiliation, institutional affiliation, funding status, and a brief justification. The editorial office will respond within five to seven business days. Waivers and discounts are granted at the discretion of the publisher and are subject to availability.

After Acceptance

Publishing Agreement for Subscription Articles

For articles published under the traditional subscription-based model, authors will be asked to complete a publishing agreement after acceptance. The corresponding author will receive a link to the online agreement by email. This agreement typically involves transfer of copyright from the author to the publisher or grant of an exclusive publishing license.

License Agreement for Open Access Articles

For articles published under the open access model, authors will be asked to complete an open access license agreement. The corresponding author will receive a link to the online agreement by email. Authors will be offered open access user license options which will determine how they and third parties can reuse the open access article. The standard license for KSJ open access articles is Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

Permission for Copyrighted Works

If excerpts from other copyrighted works are included in the article, authors must obtain written permission from the copyright owners and credit the source within the article using the publisher's permission request and license form.

Proof Correction

To ensure a fast publication process, authors will be asked to provide proof corrections within two days. Corresponding authors will be sent an email which includes a link to the online proofing system, allowing annotation and correction of proofs online. The environment is similar to Microsoft Word. Authors can edit text, comment on figures and tables, and answer questions raised by the copy editor. The web-based proofing service ensures a faster and less error-prone process.

Authors may choose to annotate and upload edits on the PDF version of the article if preferred. Proofing instructions and available alternative proofing methods will be provided in the email. The purpose of the proof is to check the typesetting, editing, completeness, and correctness of the article text, tables, and figures. Significant changes to the article at the proofing stage will only be considered with approval of the journal editor.

Offprints

A PDF file of the article will be sent by email to the corresponding author. The PDF file will be a watermarked version of the published article including a cover sheet with the journal cover image and a disclaimer outlining the terms and conditions of use. For an extra charge, authors will be provided with the option to order paper offprints. A link to an offprint order form will be sent by email when the article is accepted for publication.

Responsible Sharing

Authors are encouraged to share and promote their article to give additional visibility to their work, enabling the paper to contribute to scientific progress and foster the exchange of scientific developments within the field.

Subscription Information

Institutions and individuals may subscribe to Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ) to access subscription-based articles. Subscription rates and licensing options are available upon request from the publisher. Open access articles are freely available to all readers without subscription.

Summary Table: Subscription vs. Open Access in KSJ

Contact Information

For submissions, inquiries, APC waiver requests, subscription information, and all editorial correspondence:

Email: [Your editorial email address to be inserted]

Official Website: [Your journal URL to be inserted]

Editorial Office Address: [Your physical address to be inserted if applicable]

All correspondence, including manuscript submissions, revision uploads, and inquiries, must be directed through the journal's official communication channels as listed above. The journal does not accept submissions or respond to inquiries sent to personal email addresses of editors or staff members unless explicitly authorized.

Version History

This document represents the complete and current version of the journal information, policies, and author guidelines for Kemetica Scientific Journals (KSJ). The journal reserves the right to update these policies as needed. Authors should always refer to the most recent version available on the journal's official website before submission.