The SCICONX Journal of Endocrine and Diabetic Health (JEDH) welcomes high-quality submissions from researchers, clinicians, academics, and healthcare professionals across the fields of endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolic health. To ensure a smooth review and publication process, authors are requested to thoroughly follow the guidelines below before submitting their manuscripts.

1. General Submission Guidelines

• All manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under consideration by another journal.
• Submissions must adhere to ethical, scientific, and formatting standards outlined in this document.
• Manuscripts must be submitted electronically through the journal’s online submission system or via the official journal email.
• Authors should ensure that the manuscript is written in clear, concise, and grammatically correct English.
• A covering letter must accompany the manuscript, confirming originality and authorship.

2. Article Types Accepted

JEDH considers the following categories:

• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles & Systematic Reviews
• Mini Reviews
• Case Reports / Case Series
• Clinical Trials & Research Protocols
• Short Communications
• Meta-Analyses
• Perspectives, Opinions & Commentaries
• Editorials
• Letters to the Editor
• Hypothesis Papers

Each article type must comply with the specific structure described below.

3. Manuscript Structure and Formatting

3.1 General Formatting

• File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
• Language: English (US or UK; consistent throughout)
• Font: Times New Roman
• Size: 12 pt
• Line spacing: 1.5
• Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm)
• Alignment: Justified
• Page numbers: Bottom-center of each page
• Use SI units throughout the manuscript

3.2 Manuscript Components (in order)

A. Title Page

Should include:

• Title (concise and informative)
• Full names of all authors
• Affiliations with department and institution
• Corresponding author’s name, email, phone, and address
• ORCID IDs (recommended)

B. Abstract

• Word limit: 200–300 words
• Structured format for research articles:
  Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion
• Unstructured for reviews, case reports, and short communications
• Include 3–6 keywords arranged alphabetically

C. Introduction

• Clearly state the background, significance, and purpose of the study
• Provide relevant literature context without excessive detail

D. Materials and Methods

• Provide sufficient detail for replication
• Include study design, sampling, equipment, ethical approvals, and statistical analyses
• Clinical studies must follow CONSORT, observational studies STROBE, and systematic reviews PRISMA guidelines

E. Results

• Present findings logically, without interpretation
• Use tables, figures, and charts where appropriate
• Avoid duplication of data in both text and tables

F. Discussion

• Interpret findings in the context of existing literature
• Highlight strengths, limitations, and future research possibilities

G. Conclusion

• Concise summary of major findings and implications

H. Acknowledgments

• Mention contributions, funding, or technical support
• Disclose any assistance from writing or editing services

I. Conflicts of Interest

• All authors must disclose any potential conflicts
• If none: “The authors declare no conflicts of interest.”

J. Funding Statement

• Provide source of financial support or grant numbers
• If none: “No specific funding was received for this study.”

K. References

• Follow APA or Vancouver style consistently
• Use numbered citations in the order of appearance for Vancouver
• Include DOIs wherever possible
• Ensure accuracy and completeness

4. Figures and Tables

4.1 Figures

• Minimum resolution: 300 dpi
• Format: JPEG, PNG, TIFF
• Provide figure legends below each figure
• Do not embed low-quality images in the manuscript

4.2 Tables

• Number tables sequentially
• Title should be placed above the table
• Footnotes must be placed below the table
• Avoid color or shading unless necessary

5. Ethical Guidelines

5.1 Human and Animal Research

• Studies involving human participants must follow the Declaration of Helsinki
• Must include approval from an Institutional Review Board (IRB)
• Animal studies must follow international animal care standards

5.2 Informed Consent

• Mandatory for case reports and clinical photographs
• Consent forms must be retained by the corresponding author

5.3 Plagiarism & Originality

• Manuscripts undergo plagiarism screening
• Similarity index should be <15%, excluding references
• Duplicate publication will lead to immediate rejection

6. Authorship Criteria

Authorship must strictly follow ICMJE guidelines:

Authors must have:

1. Contributed significantly to study design, data acquisition, or analysis
2. Drafted or critically revised the manuscript
3. Approved the final version
4. Agreed to be accountable for all aspects of the work

Guest or honorary authorship is not permitted.

7. Submission Process

• Prepare the manuscript according to these guidelines
• Include a clearly written cover letter
• Submit via the journal’s online platform or official email
• Correspondence will be sent to the corresponding author only

8. Peer Review Process

• All manuscripts undergo initial editorial screening
• Eligible submissions are sent for double-blind peer review
• Reviewers evaluate:
  • Originality
  • Methodological rigor
  • Accuracy and relevance
  • Ethical compliance
• Authors may be asked to revise and resubmit
• Final acceptance is at the discretion of the Editor-in-Chief

9. Article Processing Charges (APC)

• JEDH follows an open-access model
• APC details are provided on a separate dedicated webpage

10. Copyright and Licensing

• JEDH publishes under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0)
• Authors retain copyright
• The journal holds publishing rights

11. Contact Information

For submission queries or technical assistance, contact: editor.jedh@sciconxjournals.com