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Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • Reviewer Checklist for Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ)
    As a reviewer for the Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ), it’s important to maintain high standards of scientific and ethical integrity. Below is a checklist to guide you through the peer review process:

    1. General Overview
    Relevance to Journal: Does the manuscript fall within the scope of the Medico & Engineering Future Journal?
    Significance: Does the manuscript present novel and significant contributions to the fields of medicine, engineering, or their intersections?
    Clarity: Is the manuscript well-written and easy to follow?
    2. Structure & Organization
    Title & Abstract:

    Is the title clear, concise, and reflective of the content?
    Does the abstract summarize the objectives, methods, results, and conclusions effectively?
    Introduction:

    Does the introduction provide adequate background and clearly define the research problem?
    Are the study objectives/hypotheses clearly stated?
    Methods:

    Are the methods adequately described and reproducible?
    Is the study design appropriate for the research question?
    Are ethical standards (e.g., for human/animal studies) maintained?
    Results:

    Are the results clearly presented and supported by data?
    Do the figures, tables, and illustrations contribute to the understanding of the findings?
    Is there any over-interpretation of data?
    Discussion & Conclusion:

    Does the discussion relate the findings to existing literature?
    Are limitations of the study adequately discussed?
    Are the conclusions supported by the results?
    3. Scientific Quality
    Originality: Is the research original and innovative?
    Accuracy: Are the data accurate, reliable, and properly analyzed?
    Statistical Methods: Are statistical methods appropriate and well-documented?
    4. Ethical & Legal Considerations
    Ethics Approval: If the study involves human/animal subjects, is there evidence of proper ethical approvals?
    Conflict of Interest: Are potential conflicts of interest declared by the authors?
    Plagiarism: Does the manuscript appear to be free of plagiarism and appropriately reference previous work?
    5. Language & Presentation
    Grammar & Style: Is the language fluent and grammatically correct?
    Referencing: Are references accurate, up-to-date, and appropriate?
    6. Review Decision
    Recommendation:

    Accept as is
    Accept with minor revisions
    Major revisions required
    Reject
    Comments to the Authors: Provide constructive and detailed feedback to help the authors improve their manuscript.

    Comments to the Editor: Mention any concerns or suggestions for the editorial team that might affect the decision (e.g., suspected plagiarism, ethical issues).

Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines for Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ)

Authors submitting manuscripts to the Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ) should follow these guidelines to ensure the submission meets the journal’s bibliographic and formatting standards.

1. Manuscript Structure and Formatting

1.1. General Format

  • Manuscript Length: There is no strict word limit, but manuscripts should be concise and focused.
  • Font: Use Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced throughout the manuscript.
  • Margins: Use 1-inch (2.5 cm) margins on all sides.
  • File Type: Submit manuscripts in Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) or LaTeX (preferred for mathematical papers) format.

1.2. Title Page

  • Title: Concise and informative, reflecting the key elements of the manuscript.
  • Author Information: Include the names of all authors, affiliations, and contact details (especially the corresponding author’s email).
  • Running Title: A short version of the title (max 50 characters).

1.3. Abstract

  • The abstract should be 250-300 words, summarizing the objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions.
  • Avoid references in the abstract.

1.4. Keywords

  • Include 4-6 keywords relevant to the paper’s subject to help with indexing.

1.5. Sections

Structure your manuscript with the following main sections:

  1. Introduction
  2. Methods
  3. Results
  4. Discussion
  5. Conclusion
  6. Acknowledgements (if applicable)
  7. References

2. References and Citation Formats

All submissions should follow APA or Vancouver citation styles (depending on the field of study). Ensure consistency throughout the manuscript.

2.1. APA Format (for Engineering and Social Sciences)

  • In-text citations: Include author(s) name(s) and year in parentheses.
    • Example: (Smith & Johnson, 2020)
  • Reference List: List all cited references at the end of the manuscript, alphabetized by author’s last name.

Example (APA citation for different sources):

  • Journal Article:
    Smith, J., & Johnson, M. (2020). Impact of AI on Healthcare. Journal of Engineering in Medicine, 15(2), 123-135. https://doi.org/xxxx
  • Book:
    Brown, R. (2018). Biomedical Engineering Innovations. Springer.
  • Website:
    World Health Organization. (2021). Global health reports. https://www.who.int/ghr

2.2. Vancouver Format (for Medical and Biomedical Research)

  • In-text citations: Use numbers in square brackets in the order of appearance in the text.
    • Example: The study was conducted using advanced techniques [1].
  • Reference List: Number references consecutively in the order they appear in the text.

Example (Vancouver citation for different sources):

  • Journal Article:
    1. Smith J, Johnson M. Impact of AI on Healthcare. J Eng Med. 2020;15(2):123-35. https://doi.org/xxxx
  • Book:
    2. Brown R. Biomedical Engineering Innovations. 2nd ed. Springer; 2018.
  • Website:
    3. World Health Organization. Global health reports. Available from: https://www.who.int/ghr

3. Figures and Tables

3.1. Figures

  • Figures should be high resolution (minimum 300 DPI) and submitted separately as .jpeg, .png, or .tiff files.
  • Each figure should be clearly labeled and referred to in the text (e.g., "Figure 1 shows...").
  • Include figure captions below each figure.

3.2. Tables

  • Tables should be placed after references, or as separate files if complex.
  • Each table should have a clear title and numbered consecutively (e.g., "Table 1").

4. Ethics and Disclosures

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must declare any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Ethical Approval: For studies involving human or animal subjects, ethical approval should be obtained and stated in the methods section.
  • Funding: If the research was supported by funding, the funding source should be acknowledged.

5. Submission Process

  • Manuscripts should be submitted via the MEFJ online submission portal: Submit Here.
  • The submission should include:
    • The manuscript (in Word or LaTeX format)
    • Supplementary material (if applicable)
    • Figures and tables (if not embedded in the manuscript)

6. Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Not following the journal's formatting guidelines.
  • Failing to provide proper citations for referenced works.
  • Submitting poor-quality images or figures.
  • Inconsistent reference formatting.

Following these guidelines will ensure that your submission is processed quickly and effectively by the editorial team. If you have any questions, please visit our FAQ page or contact the editorial office at editor@mefjournal.com.

Review Articles

Review Articles offer comprehensive and critical overviews of specific topics relevant to the journal’s focus. Both narrative and systematic reviews are accepted. All submissions in this section are peer-reviewed and must demonstrate clarity, depth, and scholarly rigor. Authors are expected to synthesize current knowledge, identify trends or gaps, and provide directions for future research.

Orginal Articles

Research Articles report original findings based on substantial experimental, computational, or theoretical investigations. All manuscripts in this section are peer-reviewed by at least two independent experts in the field, following a double-blind review process. Submissions must include clear objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions, and must adhere to international standards of ethical research and scientific integrity.

Case Reports


Case Reports present unique or rare clinical, biomedical, or engineering cases that offer novel insights or practical learning points. This section is peer-reviewed, and all submissions must be based on ethically obtained data with proper informed consent. Each report should include a concise background, detailed case description, and discussion of relevance or implications for practice.

Letters

Letters to the Editor provide a platform for readers to comment on articles previously published in the journal, offer constructive criticism, or highlight emerging issues and perspectives within the field. Submissions in this section are peer-reviewed at the discretion of the editorial team and must be concise, clear, and respectful. Letters should not exceed 800 words and may include a limited number of

Copyright Notice

Copyright Notice for Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ)

By submitting a manuscript to the Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ), authors agree to the following copyright terms as part of the submission process:

  1. Copyright Ownership:
    Upon acceptance and publication of the manuscript, the authors retain copyright ownership of their work. However, they grant Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ) a perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive license to publish, distribute, and archive the work in all formats and media (electronic and print) worldwide.

  2. License to Publish:
    Authors agree to license their work under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), which permits others to share, adapt, and build upon the work for any purpose, provided the original work and authors are properly credited.

  3. Author Responsibilities:

    • Authors affirm that the manuscript is original and has not been published elsewhere in whole or in part, nor is it under consideration by another journal.
    • Authors have obtained all necessary permissions to reproduce any copyrighted material (e.g., figures, tables) used in the manuscript.
    • If the manuscript includes materials such as figures or data from third parties, these must be appropriately cited, and permission for reuse must be obtained where applicable.
    • All listed authors have agreed to the submission and are responsible for the content and integrity of the work.

  4. Right to Share:
    Authors retain the right to:

    • Distribute copies of the published work via personal or institutional repositories.
    • Present the work at conferences and share it in academic or professional settings.
    • Use the work for teaching purposes or future research and derivative works, acknowledging the original publication in MEFJ.

  5. Open Access Policy:
    The Medico & Engineering Future Journal (MEFJ) follows an open access policy. This means that the published articles are freely accessible online to the global scientific community, providing a wider audience for the authors’ work.

  6. Withdrawal Policy:
    Authors may request the withdrawal of a manuscript before the editorial team’s decision. Once a manuscript has been accepted, it may only be withdrawn with the consent of the editorial board.

By agreeing to this notice, authors consent to the copyright terms outlined above and agree to adhere to the ethical standards of the journal.

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