Author Guidelines
Article Types
Submissions to AVITEC are categorized by article type to inform readers, improve indexing, and guide the editorial process. The main types include Original Research Articles, Review Articles, and Reports, with the final classification determined by the editors. Manuscripts must include sufficient methods, data, and documentation to support reproducibility; otherwise, they may be deemed unsuitable for peer review.
1. Original Research Article
Purpose: Present significant new findings from experimental or theoretical studies.
Requirements: Must cite relevant recent literature and provide sufficient detail for reproducibility.
Suggested Structure: Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials & Methods, Results and Discussion, Conclusions.
2. Review Article
Purpose: Provide a comprehensive and critical synthesis of existing literature, highlight research gaps, and suggest future directions.
Requirements: Must not include unpublished data.
Suggested Structure: Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Thematic Sections, Discussion, Conclusions, Future Directions.
3. Report
Purpose: Present shorter studies such as brief observations, preliminary results, or case reports.
Requirements:
- Brief reports: concise studies with up to two figures/tables but must include detailed methods.
- Case reports: describe individual cases and require explicit consent.
Suggested Structure : Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Case Description, Discussion, Conclusion.
Submission and Review Process
Manuscripts must be submitted online through the AVITEC submission system. All submissions undergo an initial editorial screening for scope, structure, and guideline compliance. Suitable manuscripts are sent for blind peer review, and revisions may be requested. Editors make the final decision, and accepted papers proceed to copyediting and production.
See the complete Publication Workflow for detail.
Manuscript Preparation
Before submitting, authors should ensure their manuscript complies with the following:
Language:
Clear and concise English.
Length:
No strict word limit, but manuscripts must remain focused and concise.
Format:
Authors must use the official AVITEC template.
Title:
Maximum 20 words, clearly state the main research problem, avoid uncommon acronyms.
Abstract & Keywords:
Single paragraph, up to 250 words. Must cover background, methods, main findings, and novelty. Include 3–7 keywords, order them by relevance, from the most important/general to the most specific.
Introduction:
Provide context, summarize key literature (mainly from the last 10 years), cite at least 15 peer-reviewed journal sources (≥80% international). Identify research gaps, highlight novelty, and state objectives.
Methods (for Research Article):
Describe materials, instruments (with model/manufacturer), data sources, and procedures in detail sufficient for replication. Novel protocols must be explained and cited.
Thematic Sections (for Review Articles):
Organize the main body of the review into clear, topic-based sections that synthesize and critically discuss relevant literature around each theme.
Case Description (for Case Reports):
Provide a detailed, structured account of the case including context, patient or system background, diagnosis or problem, treatment or intervention, and observed outcomes.
Results and Discussion (for Research Article):
Present findings clearly, supported by tables/figures. Interpret results, compare with related studies, and emphasize contributions to closing the research gap.
Discussion (for Review Article):
Summarize key insights from the reviewed literature, critically compare different perspectives, and highlight unresolved issues or challenges.
Discussion (for Report):
Interpret the main findings or case observations, explain their implications or limitations, and relate them to relevant studies or practical contexts.
Conclusion:
For Reaserch article: Concise summary linking findings to objectives and literature. Highlight novelty, significance, and possible future research.
For Review Article: The conclusion should summarize the key insights from the reviewed literature and emphasize the gaps and directions for future research.
For Report: The conclusion should briefly highlight the main observations or findings of the study or case and their practical or scientific significance.
References:
Minimum 15, with ≥80% from recent international journals containing DOIs. Non-English references (≤25%) must include English translation in brackets. Follow IEEE style consistently. Website references should be minimized and limited to authoritative sources.
Figures and Tables:
Must be numbered sequentially, cited in the text, and formatted according to the template. Avoid using text boxes for captions. Prefer vector graphics for diagram. Raster images: ≥500 dpi (photos), ≥1000 dpi (line art). Ensure labels are legible (8–10 pt font) and color schemes are accessible to color-blind readers.
Equations:
Must be written in an editable format and numbered consecutively.
