Instructions For Authors

Comprehensive guidelines for preparing and submitting your nanotechnology research manuscript for peer review consideration at our journal.

Original research manuscripts should follow a standard scientific structure that enables clear communication of methods, results, and interpretation. Organize your manuscript with the following sections in order, ensuring each section provides sufficient detail for readers to understand and potentially reproduce your work.

Manuscripts must be prepared in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX format with appropriate style files available from the journal website. Use double spacing throughout with 12-point Times New Roman or Arial font for optimal readability during review. Number all pages consecutively starting from the title page. Include continuous line numbers in the left margin to facilitate specific reviewer comments during evaluation.

Tables should be editable (not images) and included either within the manuscript at appropriate locations or as separate files. Each table requires a descriptive title and explanatory footnotes defining all abbreviations and statistical notation used.

Figures and tables are essential for communicating nanotechnology research effectively, particularly for characterization data, device performance, and nanoscale imaging. Each figure and table must be cited in the main text and numbered consecutively in order of first mention. Provide descriptive captions that allow understanding without reference to the main text, including experimental conditions, scale information, and key observations.

References should be formatted according to American Chemical Society (ACS) citation style, the standard for nanomaterials and chemistry publications. Number references consecutively in order of first citation within the text using superscript numbers. Include complete citation information including DOIs for all published works where available to facilitate reader access.

Reference management software such as EndNote, Zotero, Mendeley, or Paperpile is strongly recommended to maintain consistent formatting and avoid errors. Verify all reference information for accuracy before submission as incorrect citations delay publication and undermine scholarship. Ensure all cited works appear in the reference list and all references are cited in the text.

Extended data, additional figures, methodology details, videos, and supporting information can be included as supplementary materials. These materials undergo peer review alongside the main manuscript and are published online with permanent links to the main article. Supplementary materials enable comprehensive documentation without lengthening the main manuscript.

All manuscripts must comply with international research ethics standards. Include institutional ethics committee or IRB approval numbers for any studies involving human subjects or human-derived materials. Animal research requires IACUC approval or equivalent with explicit statements confirming humane treatment and compliance with institutional guidelines.

Authors are responsible for obtaining permissions to reproduce any previously published material including figures, tables, or extensive text excerpts. Permission documentation should accompany the submission with appropriate credits in figure captions or acknowledgments.

Submit manuscripts through our online submission system accessible from the journal homepage. The corresponding author creates an account and follows the step-by-step submission wizard guiding you through the complete process. Upload the manuscript file, separate figure files, supplementary materials, cover letter, and complete all required metadata fields accurately.

Upon successful submission, you will receive an automatic acknowledgment email containing your manuscript ID number for tracking purposes. Initial editorial screening typically completes within 3-5 business days, after which manuscripts are either assigned to appropriate peer reviewers or returned to authors for technical revision before review.

Authors receiving revision requests should carefully address all reviewer and editor comments in a detailed point-by-point response letter. Clearly indicate all changes made in the revised manuscript using tracked changes or highlighting for transparent review. Quote reviewer comments and provide specific responses explaining how each concern was addressed or why particular suggestions were not incorporated.

Upload the response letter, revised manuscript, and updated figures through the submission system within the revision deadline (typically 30 days for minor revision, 60 days for major revision). Extensions can be requested by contacting the editorial office before deadline expiration.