Author Guidelines

Submission Preparation Checklist

Authors must ensure that their submission complies with the following criteria as part of the manuscript submission process. Submissions that fail to meet these standards may be returned for revision (Sent back to author):

1. The manuscript is original, has not been previously published, and is not under consideration by another journal (unless otherwise noted in the Comments to the Editor).

2. The submission file is in an acceptable format, such as OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF.

3. Where applicable, URLs have been provided for all references.

4. The manuscript is formatted with single spacing, uses a 12-point font size, employs italics for URL addresses, and includes all figures, tables, and illustrations embedded within the text at appropriate locations.

5. The text complies with the stylistic and bibliographic standards outlined in the journal's Author Guidelines.

Manuscript preparation

Online submission: Judi Clinical Journal employs an advanced online submission and tracking system to enhance the efficiency and speed of the submission process for authors.

Submission instructions: The Judi Clinical Journal accommodates a diverse range of scholarly content, including original research articles in clinical domains, comprehensive review articles, case reports, and research written in English. Authors are advised to ensure their manuscripts conform to the journal guidelines before submission. The corresponding author is responsible for the submission process on behalf of all co-authors. Submitted manuscripts and correspondence will be evaluated by qualified referees selected by the Editorial Office.

To ensure the originality of the work, all manuscripts will be screened for the inappropriate use of previously published material without proper attribution. Judi Clinical Journal utilizes iThenticate or Turnitin to compare submitted manuscripts against existing literature and other relevant sources. Authors are encouraged to use iThenticate or Turnitin to check their manuscripts for potential issues before submission. Manuscripts should be composed in clear and concise English, containing all necessary data to ensure clarity and reproducibility of the study's results.

Submission Procedure: Manuscripts must be submitted exclusively through our online submission system, which can be accessed via our website. Authors are required to create a user account, log in, and follow the provided instructions on the screen.

Author Agreement Form: a legal document that outlines the rights and responsibilities of authors, including the transfer of copyright, author contributions, and conflicts of interest, requiring each author's name and signature should be submitted with the manuscript. This ensures that all contributors formally agree to the publication's terms and conditions before submission. The form is available here:

Cover Letter Requirements (Optional): All submissions must include a cover letter that succinctly summarizes the key aspects of the manuscript, including a brief overview of the study. In the cover letter, authors are required to affirm that the manuscript reports original research presenting novel findings, has not been submitted to or accepted by any other journal, and has received approval from all authors. Additionally, authors must confirm that any necessary ethics approvals and written informed consents have been obtained. The cover letter should also disclose any potential competing interests to the Editor.

Title page: the title page must include the following details:

A. Manuscript title in sentence case, without abbreviations unless they are standard.

B. Full names of all authors, along with ORCID IDs if available. All author names should be listed together and separated by commas.

C. Affiliations are indicated by numbers, not symbols.

D. Equal contribution noted with an asterisk (*), if applicable.

E. Corresponding author(s) name, full postal address (including street name and number), email address, and ORCID ID.

F. Footnotes should be avoided.

Article Formatting

1. Standard Formatting

Manuscripts should be formatted using the following:

1. Font: Times New Roman

2. Size: 11 or 12

3. Line space: 1.15

4. Alignment: justified

5. Include page numbers.

6. Subtitles and general headings should be written in Capitalize Each Word manner.

7. Consistency in language is required.

8. Spell out numbers under 10, except in cases of measurements (e.g., 6 µg/ml) and when numbers are listed alongside others (e.g., 16 XA, 12 XB, and 2 XC).

2. Manuscripts

Title: All manuscripts must include a title with the following characteristics:

1. Should be concise (50 words or fewer)

2. Informative

3. Include the study design at the end

4. Avoid unnecessary abbreviations

5. Steer clear of vague, unambitious, or purely question-based titles.

6. Font: 16 Bold, Times New Roman.

Original research articles must include the following sections:

Abstract: The abstract should be a continuous section of 200-250 words without references, subdivided subsections, or abbreviations. Abbreviations should be introduced upon first use if the term is mentioned more than three times and then used consistently throughout the abstract.

For original articles, systematic reviews and meta-analysis, the abstract must include the following subsections: Introduction (stating the research purpose), Methods (explaining how the study was conducted), Results (highlighting the main findings), and Conclusion (providing a brief summary and potential implications).

For Case reports should include an Introduction, Case Presentation, and Conclusion.

The case report and literature review should include an Introduction, Case Presentation, Literature Review, and Conclusion.

For Subject reviews, editorials, commentaries, perspectives, brief reports, short communications, and correspondences may have unstructured or semi-structured abstracts.

Keywords:

1. On the same page, a minimum of four and a maximum of six keywords should be provided immediately following the abstract.

2. Keywords should accurately represent the main content of the study.

3. Authors should avoid using abbreviations unless they are well-established in the field.

Introduction: A well-referenced background on the topic.

Methods (Not present in case reports):

1. Detailed descriptions sufficient for experiment replication and result reproduction.

2. All experiments mentioned in the results and figures/tables should be described here.

3. Provide thorough information about all procedures, including instruments and reagents used, along with relevant citations.

4. Ethical approval and source details for all materials, including human samples, must be included.

Studies Involving Human Participants: Research conducted on human subjects, materials, or data must adhere to both international and national guidelines, including the Declaration of Helsinki or other pertinent ethical standards. Human material refers to any substance produced within the human body, encompassing all cellular material (except those that have undergone division in culture), body fluids (such as blood, urine, feces, saliva, and pus), and fetal tissues (including amniotic fluid, umbilical cord, placenta, and membrane).

Manuscripts reporting such research must specify the name of the ethics committee that granted approval, along with the reference number if applicable. In cases where ethics approval is not required, this must be clearly indicated in the "Ethics Approval and Consent to Participate" section, including confirmation from the relevant ethics committee and justification for the exemption. Editors may request supporting documentation, and failure to comply with ethical guidelines may result in manuscript rejection at any stage of the review process.

For studies introducing new medical procedures or tools in patient care, authors must justify the use of the novel method, explaining why it was deemed superior to standard clinical practices. Such studies require both ethics committee approval and participant consent.

Retrospective Ethics Approval: For prospective studies, ethics approval must be obtained before the research begins, as retrospective approval is generally not permitted. Manuscripts lacking prior approval may not be peer-reviewed, with the final decision resting with the Editor.

Clinical Trials: For clinical trials, defined as research assigning human participants to interventions to assess health outcomes, the trial registration number (TRN) and registration date must be included in the abstract.

For statistical analysis, include software details, tests used, repeat numbers, and P-value thresholds. Ensure significance indicators are described and correctly used in graphs and tables.

For manuscripts submitted to Judi Clinical Journal, at least two authors must verify the authenticity of all raw data.

Results (Case presentation in case reports):

Provide a detailed account of data presented in figures and tables.

Cite all figures and tables in this section.

Use the term "significant" only for statistically significant results, clearly stating P-values.

Using sub-headings is preferred.

Present your findings clearly and concisely without interpretation.

Describe your data in the text or use insightful graphics and tables, ensuring they are positioned near the relevant text.

Discussion: Summarize the findings, compare them with previous studies, suggest future research, and mention any limitations.

Conclusion (in case reports should be combined with discussion): Conclude the study's main findings and their significance.

Additional Sections:

Declarations:

1. Acknowledgements

2. Funding

3. Availability of Data

4. Authors' Contributions

5. Consent to Participate

6. Consent for Publication

7. Conflict of Interests

8. Use of AI Tools

References

Figure Legends

Table Legends

Declarations: The following sections must be included at the end of the manuscript, immediately before the Reference list:

Acknowledgements: Individuals who contributed to the study but do not meet authorship criteria should be listed in the ‘Acknowledgements’ section. This may include those who provided minor technical assistance or general support. Their contribution must be clearly stated if a scientific or medical writer assisted with the manuscript`. Obtain permission from all individuals before including them in the acknowledgements. If there are no acknowledgements, write "Not applicable." Include the full name, title, affiliation, and specific contribution of any individuals acknowledged. The section should not be used to thank companies, patients, friends, or family.

Funding: The ‘Funding’ section must disclose all sources of financial support for the research reported. It should also indicate if the funding body was involved in the study's design, data collection, analysis, or interpretation. If no funding was received, the section should explicitly state: “No funding was received.”

Availability of Data: Authors submitting manuscripts to Judi Clinical Journal must ensure that all materials described in their manuscript, including relevant raw data, are accessible to researchers for reuse or reanalysis. Any dataset critical to the conclusions drawn in the paper must be made available to readers, unless it is already included within the submitted article. The statement should direct readers to the location of the raw data for the study. This could include a hyperlink to a public dataset, a supplementary file included with the manuscript, or a dataset hosted in a data repository.

Data availability statements should be formatted as follows:

1. If all data are presented within the manuscript, authors should state: “The data generated by this study are fully included in the figures and/or tables of this article.”

2. If data are obtained from publicly available sources, authors should provide: “The data for this study can be accessed at the following URL or in [name of repository].”

3. If the raw data are not publicly available but can be requested, authors should explain the restriction and state: “The datasets utilized and/or analyzed in this study can be obtained from the corresponding author upon reasonable request.”

4. If the manuscript does not involve raw data generation (e.g., case reports or reviews), authors should state: “Not applicable.”

Authors' contributions: The individual contributions of each author should be detailed in this section, using their initials.

According to ICMJE guidelines, authorship requires significant intellectual contributions, including

1. Substantial input in the study's conception, design, data acquisition, analysis, or interpretation

2. Contribution to manuscript drafting or critical revisions

3. Approval of the final manuscript

4. Accountability for all aspects of the work.

Authors must have participated sufficiently in the study to be responsible for its content. Mere tasks such as funding procurement, data acquisition, or general supervision do not qualify for authorship. These authors should be identified in the ‘Authors’ Contributions’ section as follows: AMM participated in data collection. SMA designed the study. HAA performed the data analysis. AMM and CDA participated in preparing the manuscript. MFA critically revised the manuscript. HKM and JKL confirmed the authenticity of the data. all authors approved the final version of the manuscript “BA and FK confirm the authenticity of all the raw data.”

Any changes to authorship post-acceptance are subject to the Editor’s approval. If modifications are needed, such as additions, removals, or reordering of authors, or changes in affiliations or corresponding authors, the corresponding author must contact the Editor with a justification. An authorship change request form must be completed and submitted to the journal. Upon approval, the Editor will request a signed agreement from all authors. The Judi Clinical Journal will also inform any individuals added or removed from the author list.

Consent to Participate

For all research involving human subjects or tissues, informed consent must be obtained from participants, or from parents/guardians for minors. Studies involving vulnerable groups must demonstrate that research aims benefit these groups, meeting their specific needs, and consent must be ethically and properly obtained.

Consent for Publication

Patients have the right to privacy, and identifying details such as names, dates of birth, or images should not be included unless scientifically essential and with written consent. Informed consent for publication must be obtained and documented in the manuscript, and exceptions to this requirement will only be considered under rare circumstances if anonymity is ensured and publication is ethically justified.

During clinical trials, informed consent for publication must be sought at the recruitment stage. If not feasible, authors must provide evidence that anonymity and confidentiality are maintained, and ethical approval must confirm this.

Studies Involving Animals

Animal research must comply with internationally recognized welfare standards and relevant national guidelines. Ethics approval from a qualified and independent committee must be cited in the manuscript. Studies exempt from ethics approval should include confirmation and justification in the "Ethics Approval" section.

Competing Interests

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence the interpretation or presentation of research data. This includes financial ties, personal relationships, or strong beliefs that could affect objectivity. Conflicts must be declared in the manuscript, and a statement confirming no conflicts exists if applicable. Reviewers are also required to disclose any competing interests before peer review.

Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools

Any use of AI tools in the preparation of the manuscript, such as for language improvement, must be disclosed in the "Declarations" section.

If AI was not used, the author should use this statement: “AI was not employed in drafting the manuscript, creating graphical elements, or gathering and analyzing data”.

If AI was used, the author should use this statement: “OpenAI ChatGPT, Version GPT-3.5 was utilized in composing the manuscript; however, the author retains full responsibility for the content of the paper”.

References:

In-text citation: References cited in the main text, tables, and figures should be numbered consecutively in the order they are first mentioned and enclosed in square brackets “[ ]”. They must also appear in the reference list in the same order. If a reference is cited only in a table or figure, it should be numbered after all main references have been cited. Separate multiple citations with commas (e.g., [1,5,8,14]); if citing more than two consecutive references within the same sentence or paragraph, use a hyphen to connect the first and last citations (e.g., [4,9-13,15]). Only include papers that have been published or accepted for publication (in press); published conference abstracts are also acceptable.

Reference list: The Vancouver referencing style is used for all references. Journal titles should be spelled out fully. Although not required, authors may include DOI for references if desired. List only up to the first six authors in each reference; if there are more, follow the first six with “et al.” If a journal does not have issue numbers, use (1) as a placeholder. References should include the year of publication but not the specific date. Preprint papers from recognized databases may be cited if necessary and must be clearly identified as preprints. References in languages other than English should be excluded from the Reference list. The entire manuscript must be cited in English.

Examples of references:

Journal articles: Prasad S, Nassar M, Azzam AY, José FG, Jamee M, Sliman RKA, et al. CaReL Guidelines: A Consensus-Based Guidelines on Case Reports and Literature Review (CaReL). Barw Med J. 2024;2(2):13-19. https://doi.org/10.58742/bmj.v2i2.89

Chapter in a book: Black CC. Effects of herbicides on photosynthesis. In: Weed Physiology. Place: CRC Press; 2018. p. 1-36.

Books: Bristow RE, Karlan BY, Chi DS. Surgery for ovarian cancer: principles and practice. Place: CRC Press; 2010.https://doi.org/10.3109/9781841847825

Abstracts: Berger H, Klemm M. Clinical signs of gastric ulcers and their relation to incidence [abstract]. In: Chuit P, Kuffer A, Montavon S, editors. 8th Congress on Equine Medicine and Surgery; 2003 Dec 16-18; Geneva, Switzerland. Ithaca (NY): International Veterinary Information Service (IVIS); 2003. p. 45.

Web references: WHO Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. World Health Organization. 2020. Accessed September 16, 2021. https://covid19.who.int/.

Patents: Clarke J, Pines A, McDermott RF, Trabesinger AH. University of California, assignee. SQUID detected NMR and MRI at ultralow fields. European Patent 1474707. 2004.

Data references: Alyasriy H, Muayed AH. The IQ-OTHNCCD lung cancer dataset. Mendeley Data. 2021; 1:2020.https://doi: 10.17632/bhmdr45bh2.1

Figure Legends

All figure legends should include a title, a brief description of the figure, and details specific to the image, such as magnification or scale bar information. Indicate significance indicators and comparisons where applicable.

Table legends

Table legends should be concise and provide a brief description or title.

3 Article Specific requirements

3.1 Original Articles

Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and References.

Word Limit: 4,500 words (excluding abstract and references).

References: No limit

Figures/Tables: A maximum of 7.

3.2 Systematic review and meta-analysis

Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and References.

Word Limit: 6,000 words (excluding abstract and references)

References: No limit

Figures: A maximum of 8

Tables: A maximum of 8

3.3 Review articles

Structure: Abstract (Unstructured), Introduction, Content Sections, Conclusion, and References.

Word limit: 10,000 words (excluding abstract and references).

References: No limit.

Figure: up to 6

Table: up to 6

3.4 Case Reports and Literature Review

Structure: Introduction, Case Presentation, Literature review, and Conclusion.

Word Limit: 2,500 words (excluding abstract and references).

References: Up to 30.

Figures: Up to 6.

Tables: Up to 2

3.5 Case report

Structure: Introduction, Case Presentation, and Conclusion.

Word Limit: 2,000 words (excluding abstract and references).

References: Up to 15.

Figures: Up to 6.

Tables: only 1.

3.6 Editorials

Structure: Authors may choose their own sub-headings, but a clear introduction and conclusion are required.

Word Limit: 1,500 words (excluding references).

References: Up to 5.

Figures: Up to 3.

3.7 Commentaries/Perspectives/ Short Communications/Correspondence

Structure: A single, unstructured text.

Word Limit: 1,000 words (excluding references).

References: Up to 15.

Figures: Up to 2

Tables: Up to 3

Article types

Various types of articles exist based on their content and study design. It is essential for both scholars and readers to understand the structures and purposes of each type, as well as to be aware of which article types are accepted for publication by the journal. For studies involving human subjects, the corresponding author, along with the co-authors, must affirm compliance with the Declaration of Helsinki, which states, “Every research study involving human subjects must be registered in a publicly accessible database before the recruitment of the first subject.” For more information, see the Declaration: https://www.wma.net/policies-post/wma-declaration-of-helsinki-ethical-principles-for-medical-research-involving-human-subjects/

1. Original Articles

Original research articles present novel data or findings that have not been previously published. These articles are expected to draw definitive conclusions addressing the research question, which may support or refute a hypothesis or align with or contradict existing studies. Original research is the most prevalent article type, also referred to as "research articles" or "original articles." Authors must adhere to specific guidelines depending on the study design and submit completed guideline checklists, though citing the guidelines within the paper is optional.

Randomized Controlled Trials: These studies must be registered in an approved database prior to commencement and comply with the CONSORT guidelines. The CONSORT flow diagram should be included in the methodology section. Examples of trial registries include:

Cohort, Cross-sectional, and Case-control Studies: These designs must follow the latest version of the STROCSS guideline, which can be accessed here: https://www.strocssguideline.com/

Case Series: A case series describes multiple cases (typically more than three) with a common condition or exposure, such as medical or surgical interventions, over a non-randomized period. These studies do not include a control group and can be conducted retrospectively or prospectively. Such studies should adhere to the PROCESS guidelines, available here: https://www.processguideline.com/

2. Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses provide a detailed synthesis of previous research on a specific topic and draw new conclusions. These articles should include a thorough description of the search methods, analysis, and findings. Authors must follow the PRISMA checklist and include a completed PRISMA flow diagram as part of the manuscript or supplementary materials.

3. Review Articles

Review articles offer an in-depth examination of the literature on a particular topic, highlighting gaps and proposing future research directions. These reviews must avoid citing unpublished or outdated data and should generate insightful and constructive ideas.

4. Case Reports and Literature review

Case reports describe unique or rare clinical cases, including patient demographics, symptoms, diagnosis, management, and follow-up. They should include a literature review of similar published cases. Case reports must adhere to the Case Reports and Literature Review (CaReL) guidelines. This guideline enhances the comprehensiveness of case reports by integrating a detailed literature review. Case Reports and Literature review should adhere to this guideline available here : https://doi.org/10.58742/bmj.v2i2.89

5. Case Report

Case reports provide a detailed account of individual or rare clinical cases, documenting various aspects of patient care. They typically include a thorough description of the patient's demographics, presenting symptoms, diagnostic process, treatment or management strategies, and subsequent follow-up observations. These reports offer insights into unusual or unique cases, contributing valuable information to the medical literature and potentially guiding future clinical practice.

6. Editorials

Editorials reflect the opinions of the journal’s chief or editorial board and are usually non-peer-reviewed. They can address topics related to the journal, such as the introduction of new sections, special issues, or announcements. Occasionally, guest editorials may be invited by the chief editor. Editorials must not contain original or unpublished data and should include a clear conflict-of-interest statement.

7. Letters to the Editor

Letters to the editor provide critiques or suggestions regarding articles published by the journal. These letters are reviewed for significance and may undergo peer review. They must be submitted within three months of the original article's publication.

8. Commentaries, Perspectives, Short Communications, and Correspondence

These article types present concise data or preliminary research findings, often serving as a catalyst for further studies. They are especially useful for researchers working under time constraints who wish to disseminate early results.

Supplementary Information and Supporting Materials

Nomenclature and Abbreviations

When using abbreviations in a manuscript, authors should:

1. Limit their use to essential instances.

2. Avoid non-standard abbreviations unless they are repeated more than four times in the text.

3. Define abbreviations upon their first appearance, placing the abbreviation in parentheses immediately after the full term.

4. Remember that standard measurement units do not require definitions in the text.

5. Use generic drug names unless specifying a particular brand or formulation.

6. Ensure all abbreviations are applied consistently throughout the manuscript.

Figures

Submitting figures to Judi Clinical Journal signifies that these images or portions of images have not been previously published elsewhere, unless explicitly stated and cited within the manuscript, and that permission for reuse has been obtained and provided.

Images depicting patients or their medical data must ensure that identifying details are either obscured or not present unless explicit written consent from the patient for the use of such images has been secured.

Figures should be submitted in a manner that accurately reflects the original observations and minimizes potential misinterpretation of experimental results. Cosmetic modifications are permissible only if they enhance clarity or intuitive understanding of the results.

Editors reserve the right to employ forensic tools or other methods to detect unacceptable image manipulation at any stage of the review process. Such scrutiny may delay manuscript processing and could result in further actions to uphold scientific integrity, including manuscript rejection or retraction. Adjustments to brightness, contrast, or color balance must be uniformly applied across the entire image, avoiding selective alteration of specific areas.

Authors may submit figures as separate files. When figures are uploaded separately, their captions must be appended at the end of the manuscript under the section labeled “Figure Legends,” before the reference list. Figures should be referenced within the main text and numbered sequentially according to their order of discussion. Figures should be labeled using Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3, etc.). Each figure should be uploaded as an individual file, named according to its figure number (e.g., Figure 1.TIFF).

Minimize the use of text within figures; prefer symbols and letters, with explanations provided in the figure description. Avoid abbreviations where possible; however, if they are used, they should be defined within the figure description. Figures incorporating data from other studies must include the surname of the first author, publication year, and reference number within the figure. If this is not feasible, at a minimum, the reference number should be included.

1. Format of figure file

Acceptable Formats:

TIFF files without layers, ideally compressed which preserves image quality.

JPEG files, provided they were originally saved at the highest quality setting.

Formats Unacceptable:

Images inserted or copied into Word or PowerPoint documents.

BMP, GIF, PCT, PNG, or JPEG files saved at low quality.

2. Figure size

The figure follows the recommended size specifications, with single-column figures being 8.5 cm wide and double-column figures extending to 18.0 cm in width. The total depth of the page is 24.5 cm, providing substantial vertical space for detailed content. If needed, figures can also be formatted as a column-and-a-half, with widths ranging from 11.0 cm to 12.0 cm, allowing flexibility for intermediate-sized visuals. This ensures the figure fits optimally within the page layout while maintaining clarity and precision.

Any empty white space around a figure should be excluded when determining its image size. Thus, the figure should be cropped as closely as possible to its outer edges.

If a figure is too wide or contains excessive information to fit within 18 cm while maintaining clarity, it must be split into multiple, clearly labeled sections.

Image resolution refers to the number of pixels per inch (dpi) and is crucial for image clarity at the final print size. For figures sized at 8.5 cm and 18 cm in width, the minimum required DPI is 300 dpi, ensuring clarity and quality at print size. Specifically, for an 8.5 cm wide figure, this corresponds to a minimum resolution of approximately 1004 pixels wide. For an 18 cm wide figure, the minimum resolution required is 2126 pixels wide. Both sizes should maintain a minimum resolution of 300 dpi, as upscaling lower-resolution images will degrade quality. Ensuring the correct DPI and pixel count is essential for preserving detail and legibility upon publication.

Labeling: Figure labels must be legible, sized proportionally to the image, and formatted consistently across all figures. For 8.5 cm or 18 cm wide figures at 300 dpi, font sizes between 8 and 10 are recommended. Standard fonts such as Times New Roman should be used. Ensure strong contrast between labels and the background, with black font on a white background whenever possible. Labels must be spaced evenly, aligned properly, and free from artifacts or distortions.

Label style: Adhere to the house style, capitalizing only the first word of each label phrase. Insert spaces between numbers and measurement units (e.g., 145 bp, 9 mm).

Dividing figures: Figures may be split into multiple labeled parts (e.g., A, B, C) to ensure clarity. Parts must be clearly labeled at the top left corner of each section, without overlapping the image. The figure number should not be included within the figure but in the file name.

Appearance: Figures should have a white background, without borders, and be cropped to minimize surrounding white space. Ensure figures are not distorted and lines are dark and thick enough for visibility. Avoid using yellow lines, as they may not be visible.

Copyright: If using previously published material, copyright permission is often required. Authors are responsible for obtaining necessary permissions and must properly acknowledge the original source.

Tables

Authors should upload tables as separate files. If tables are submitted separately, captions for each table must be provided at the end of the manuscript, following the reference list.

The following guidelines should be adhered to when preparing tables:

1. Tables must be created using editable text, not as images, and it is recommended to use Microsoft Word instead of spreadsheet software like Excel.

2. Table formatting should match the main text, with 1.15 line spacing and Times New Roman font, size 12.

3. Tables should be numbered sequentially using Arabic numerals (e.g., Table 1, Table 2).

4. Each table should be preceded by a left-aligned, descriptive title, written as a single paragraph, after a label such as "Table 1."

5. Abbreviations should be minimized in tables, but, if necessary, they must be defined in a footnote placed beneath the table.

6. If data from other published works is included, the first author's surname, publication year, and reference number should be cited within the table.

Videos and appendices

Judi Clinical Journal allows the submission of videos and animations in specific cases where they enhance the quality of the scientific manuscript. These files should be referenced similarly to tables, with citations in the main text indicating their location. Since videos and animations cannot be embedded in the PDF version, authors must provide an external link at the end of the manuscript or indicate that the file will be accessible on the journal's website alongside the published paper. Video files should not exceed 100 MB in size and accepted formats include MP4, MPG, MPEG, AVI, MOV, MKV, and GIF. Additionally, appendices, which serve as supplementary material offering further insight into the research, may be included. These sections provide extra information not suitable for the main body of the text and, if there are multiple appendices, they should be labeled alphabetically (A, B, etc.).

Statistical Information

When including statistical analysis in a manuscript, the methodology should be sufficiently detailed to enable readers to verify the results if they access the original data, and the findings must be presented clearly to avoid confusion.

1. In the methods section: Clearly state the statistical software used, including its version, along with the specific statistical tests applied and the reasoning behind choosing each test, within the statistical analysis subsection of the materials and methods. Define the p-value threshold that indicates statistical significance. For each p-value reported, specify the corresponding statistical test used to generate it. If the analysis involves three or more groups, two-sample tests such as the Mann-Whitney U-test or Student’s t-test are inappropriate. Instead, analyses should be conducted using tests suitable for multiple group comparisons, like ANOVA followed by a post hoc test.

2. In the results section: Report the exact p-values to three decimal places (e.g., p=0.022) rather than using thresholds (e.g., p<0.05). Always pair the term “significant” with a specific p-value. Use descriptive statistics to summarize the data, including frequency (n), measures of central tendency (mean and median), and measures of variability (range and standard deviation). When using the symbol “±” in a table, clarify whether it refers to standard deviation (SD) or standard error of the mean (SEM). Significance markers like *, **, or *** should only be used in figures. Error bars should be included in graphs where applicable.

Supplementary material

Supplementary materials, which contain data not included in the main manuscript or that are of secondary importance, can be submitted with the article and will be published alongside it after peer review. These materials may include videos, images, audio files, large datasets, or other files that do not fit the manuscript due to technical reasons.

1. Each file should have a brief, clear caption and a sequential label (e.g., S1, S2) for easy reference in the text.

2. Do not include the title or author details in supplementary files.

3. Files are published as uploaded, so authors should proofread them carefully.

4. Always mention "supplementary" when referring to these materials in the manuscript.

5. Keep files under 50 MB, except for videos, which can be up to 100 MB.

6. Accepted formats include:

A. Data files (CSV, Word, Excel, etc.)

B. Presentations (PPT, PDF)

C. Images (JPEG, TIF, PNG)

D. Tables (PDF, Word, Excel)

E. Audios (MP3, WAV)

F. Videos (MP4, AVI, MOV, etc.).

Publication Policies and Article Visibility

Proofreading

Authors are required to thoroughly review their manuscript before submission, after responding to peer review, and when addressing any queries during the page proof stage. Please note that any errors present at these stages will be reflected in the final published PDF and print versions. Upon receiving acceptance of their manuscript, authors are expected to conduct a thorough review and proofreading of the final version prior to publication. The corresponding author will receive an email requesting revisions and proof corrections, which must be submitted within a maximum of 7 days.

Authors must download the final manuscript as a PDF, annotate the document with comments and suggested revisions, and upload the annotated PDF back into the system. It is essential to ensure that no errors have been introduced during the editing process, particularly with citations and the reference list. Only critical and substantial changes are permissible at this stage. Stylistic modifications, addition or removal of references without justification, or rewriting sections are not allowed.

Maximizing Article Visibility

The communications and marketing team at Judi Clinical Journal actively enhances the visibility of published articles through various strategies, including showcasing them on the journal’s website and social media channels, as well as via email notifications.

Moreover, published papers are systematically included in abstracting and indexing services like Google Scholar. We are dedicated to ensuring our journal is indexed in major bibliographic databases to maximize authors' visibility.

We also encourage authors to further promote their articles by sharing them with relevant researchers via email, posting on their personal social media accounts, and creating and uploading their works to ResearchGate and Google Scholar profiles.

Reprints

Upon manuscript acceptance, a reprint order form will be provided. Please complete and return this form promptly. For additional information, contact us at: contact@judiclinicaljournal.com.

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

The journal does not impose any fees on authors for the submission, evaluation, or publication of their manuscripts. The accepted manuscript will be permanently and freely available to the readers at no cost.

Open Access

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