Author Guidelines

The Aceh Health Sciences Journal welcomes high-quality, original research in the field of health sciences. Authors are requested to follow these guidelines for manuscript submission:

1. Manuscript Types

  • Original Research Articles: Full-length studies with original data and findings.
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of specific health topics.
  • Case Reports: Detailed reports on clinical cases with educational value.
  • Short Communications: Brief reports on novel findings or preliminary studies.

2. Manuscript Preparation

  • Language: Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English.
  • Length: Articles should typically be between 3,000 to 6,000 words (including references, tables, and figures).
  • Formatting: Use a standard font (e.g., Times New Roman), size 12, and double-spaced. Submit in Word or LaTeX format.
  • Title: A concise, informative title.
  • Abstract: An abstract of 200-250 words, summarizing the background, methods, results, and conclusion.
  • Keywords: 3-5 keywords relevant to the manuscript.

3. Structure

  • Introduction: Clear background, objectives, and rationale for the study.
  • Methods: Detailed methodology, including study design, data collection, and analysis.
  • Results: Clear presentation of results with appropriate statistical analysis.
  • Discussion: Interpretation of results, limitations, and implications.
  • Conclusion: Brief summary of findings and their relevance to health practice or policy.
  • References: Follow the journal’s referencing style (APA, Harvard, etc.).

4. Figures and Tables

  • Figures: High-quality images, graphs, or charts. Each should be numbered and have a clear title.
  • Tables: Should be numbered and include clear headings. Avoid using excessive tables or data.

5. Ethical Considerations

  • Approval: For studies involving humans or animals, ethical approval from a recognized board must be obtained.
  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.

6. Submission Process

  • Online Submission: Submit manuscripts through the journal's online submission system.
  • Cover Letter: Include a brief cover letter stating the manuscript's relevance and confirming that it has not been published or submitted elsewhere.
  • Peer Review: All submitted manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process.

7. Copyright and Open Access

  • The journal follows an open access model, meaning all published articles are freely available online.
  • Authors retain copyright but grant the journal the right to publish and distribute their work.

8. Revisions and Resubmission

  • Authors may be asked to make revisions based on reviewer comments.
  • Revised manuscripts should be submitted within 4 weeks of receiving feedback.

By following these guidelines, authors can help ensure that their manuscripts are processed efficiently and published in a timely manner.