1. Welcome to Nexus Publishing

Nexus Publishing is dedicated to advancing knowledge across a wide range of academic disciplines. We welcome submissions from researchers, scholars, and practitioners. This guide provides essential information for authors considering submitting their work to Nexus Publishing.

2. Why Publish with Us?

• Rigorous Peer Review: Our peer review process ensures high-quality, credible research.
• Wide Dissemination: Published works reach a global audience through our extensive distribution channels.
• Author Support: We offer comprehensive support throughout the submission, review, and publication process.
• Open Access Options: Increase the visibility and impact of your research with our open access publishing options.

3. Manuscript Types

We accept the following types of manuscripts:

• Research Articles: Detailed accounts of original research.
• Review Articles: Summaries of current research on a specific topic.
• Short Communications: Brief reports of significant findings.
• Case Studies: In-depth analyses of specific instances or events.
• Opinion Pieces: Expert viewpoints on pertinent issues.

4. Preparing Your Manuscript

• Language and Formatting: Manuscripts must be written in English and adhere to our formatting guidelines. Use Microsoft Word or LaTeX.
• Title Page: Include the manuscript title, author names, affiliations, and corresponding author’s contact details.
• Abstract and Keywords: Provide a concise abstract (150-250 words) and 3-5 keywords.
• Main Sections: Structure your manuscript with an Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and References.
• Figures and Tables: Embed high-quality figures and tables in the text or submit them as separate files.
• References: Follow APA style for all citations and references.
• Supplementary Materials: Additional data or resources can be submitted as supplementary material.

5. Submission Process

• Online Submission: Submit your manuscript via our online submission system.
• Cover Letter: Include a cover letter summarizing your manuscript’s key contributions and significance.
• Declarations: Ensure your manuscript includes statements on ethics approval, conflict of interest, and funding.

6. Peer Review Process

• Initial Screening: Manuscripts undergo an initial review by the editorial team for relevance, originality, and compliance with guidelines.
• Double-Blind Review: Suitable manuscripts are sent for double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts.
• Revisions: Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on reviewers’ comments and resubmit with a detailed response to reviewers.
• Final Decision: The editorial team makes the final decision on acceptance, rejection, or further revision.

7. Post-Acceptance

• Proofreading: Accepted manuscripts are proofread for minor corrections and formatting.
• Publication: Finalized manuscripts are published online in the next available issue.
• Open Access: Authors can choose open access to increase their work’s reach and impact.

8. Ethical Standards

• Original Work: Ensure your manuscript is original and not under consideration elsewhere.
• Plagiarism: All submissions are screened for plagiarism. Plagiarized content will be rejected.
• Authorship: Only those who have made significant contributions should be listed as authors.
• Data Availability: Authors are encouraged to make their data available in public repositories and include a data availability statement.

9. Fees and Charges

• Submission Fees: Nexus Publishing does not charge submission fees.

Article Processing Charges (APCs): Fees may apply for open access publication, details of which are available on our website.