Welcome to the manuscript submission guide for the SCICONX Journal of Cellular Immunology and Tissue Engineering (JCITE). This page provides a step-by-step, author-friendly walkthrough of the submission process - from preparing your manuscript to final decision - reflecting our commitment to transparency, efficiency, and quality.

Whether you are submitting your first manuscript or are an experienced author, understanding our submission workflow will help ensure a smooth and successful review experience.

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1. Before You Submit: Preparation Checklist

Before initiating a submission, authors should ensure that their work is:

1.1 Within the Journal’s Scope

JCITE welcomes original research and reviews that address topics such as:

• Immune cell regulation in engineered tissue systems
• Biomaterials and scaffold design for immunomodulation
• Cellular therapies and tissue regenerating platforms
• Organ-on-chip models integrating immune components
• Translational research linking immunology to engineered tissues

(For a full scope statement, visit the “Aims & Scope” page.)

1.2 Compliant with Ethical Standards

Your manuscript must meet appropriate ethical requirements:

• Human studies must include ethical approval and informed consent
• Animal studies must conform to internationally accepted welfare guidelines
• Clinical trial registrations should be clearly stated

1.3 Written and Formatted Correctly

• Follow JCITE’s Author Guidelines for structure and formatting
• Ensure high-quality figures and tables
• Include a data availability statement

TIP: Prepare your affiliations, funding information, author contributions, and conflict-of-interest disclosures before submission.

2. Submission Platform and Account

2.1 Where to Submit

JCITE uses an online submission and manuscript tracking system. To begin:

1. Visit the journal’s Online Submission Portal
2. Log in or create a new account
3. Confirm your email address

Your portal account will allow you to:

• Submit new manuscripts
• Track the review process
• View reviewer and editorial comments
• Upload revisions
• Receive editorial decisions

3. Filling the Submission Form

During submission, you will be guided to enter:

3.1 Title and Abstract

• Provide a concise, informative title
• Craft an abstract that summarizes background, methods, results, and implications

3.2 Keywords

Select keywords that capture the core themes of your work. These improve discoverability.

3.3 Author Information

• Full names and affiliations
• ORCID IDs (strongly encouraged)
• Corresponding author details

3.4 Conflict of Interest Statements

Declare any financial or non-financial interests that could influence interpretation of findings.

3.5 Supplementary Files

Upload data sets, additional figures, protocols, or video files as needed.

4. Manuscript Structure and Required Files

JCITE requires the following core components:

4.1 Main Manuscript File

Numbered pages including:

• Introduction
• Materials & Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• References

4.2 Figures and Tables

• Embedded in the text and uploaded as separate high-resolution files
• Clear captions for each figure/table

4.3 Supporting Information

Optional files such as:

• Extended data tables
• Additional experimental details
• Code or analytical scripts

5. Cover Letter (Highly Recommended)

Your cover letter should:

• Summarize the significance of your work
• Explain why it is suitable for JCITE
• Highlight key advances and translational relevance

A well-written cover letter can help editors assign the most appropriate reviewers.

6. Initial Submission Quality Check

Once submitted, your manuscript undergoes an automated and editorial quality check:

6.1 Editor Triage

The editorial office reviews for:

• Scope alignment
• Completeness of required files
• Adherence to ethical reporting
• Language clarity sufficient for peer review

Submissions that fail this stage may be returned for revision or desk-rejected with guidance.

Note: Desk rejection is not a judgment of quality - it may reflect scope mismatch or the need for improved clarity.

7. Peer Review Assignment

Manuscripts passing initial checks are assigned to an Associate Editor, who then:

• Identifies 2–3 expert reviewers
• Ensures absence of conflicts of interest
• Sets targeted review timelines

JCITE follows double-blind peer review to promote unbiased evaluation.

8. Peer Review and Editorial Evaluation

8.1 Review Process

Reviewers assess:

• Originality and scientific contribution
• Methodological rigor and reproducibility
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Ethical compliance
• Clarity of presentation

8.2 Editor Synthesis

The handling editor integrates reviewer comments with their own evaluation to determine one of the following:

• Accept as submitted
• Request minor revisions
• Request major revisions
• Reject

9. Revision and Response

If revisions are requested:

9.1 Author Revision

• Respond to reviewer/editor comments in a point-by-point response document
• Highlight changes in the revised manuscript
• Address each concern thoroughly and respectfully

9.2 Resubmission

Your revised files are uploaded via the submission portal.

The handling editor may:

• Accept revised work
• Send it back to reviewers
• Request further revision

10. Final Decision and Publication

Once expectations are met:

• Acceptance is formally communicated
• Your manuscript enters production
• Proofs are sent for author review
• The finalized paper is published online

JCITE may also feature selected articles in highlighted collections or editorials.

11. Post-Publication Enhancements

After publication, authors are encouraged to:

• Share data and code via public repositories
• Promote findings through social and academic channels
• Engage with post-publication discussion responsibly

12. Common Submission Tips

✔ Ensure English language clarity - consider professional editing before submission
✔ Use consistent terminology for technical methods and immunological terms
✔ Supply raw data when feasible for transparency
✔ Follow journal style for abbreviations and units

13. Support and Contact

If you have questions about submission steps, technical issues, or file preparation, please contact:

JCITE Editorial Office
✉️ editorialoffice@sciconx.org

A responsive editorial team is ready to assist you.

Finally, The manuscript submission process at JCITE is designed to:

➤ Protect scientific quality
➤ Facilitate transparent review
➤ Support authors with clear guidance
➤ Ensure timely editorial decisions

Thank you for choosing JCITE as a venue for your scientific contribution.