Author Guidelines

Overview

The Journal of Smart Systems and Computing (JSSC) welcomes original, high-quality research contributions from researchers, academicians, scientists, engineers, and industry professionals worldwide. The journal publishes peer-reviewed articles that contribute to advancements in smart systems, computing technologies, artificial intelligence, and emerging digital innovations.

Authors are encouraged to carefully follow these guidelines before submitting manuscripts to ensure an efficient review and publication process.

1. Manuscript Submission Policy

Authors must submit manuscripts electronically through the journal's online submission system (Open Journal Systems - OJS).

By submitting a manuscript to JSSC, authors confirm that:

  • The manuscript represents original research.
  • The work has not been published previously.
  • The manuscript is not under consideration by another journal.
  • All authors have approved the submitted version.
  • The research complies with ethical standards and applicable regulations.
  • All sources, datasets, and contributions are properly acknowledged.

Submissions that do not comply with these requirements may be returned to authors or rejected without external review.

2. Types of Manuscripts Accepted

The Journal of Smart Systems and Computing accepts the following manuscript categories:

Original Research Articles

Reports of novel theoretical, experimental, computational, or applied research findings.

Recommended length: 6,000–8,000 words.

Review Articles

Comprehensive analyses of recent developments, methodologies, and research trends in relevant fields.

Recommended length: 8,000–10,000 words.

Survey Papers

Systematic reviews and comparative studies covering emerging research areas.

Technical Articles

Descriptions of innovative technologies, algorithms, frameworks, tools, and applications.

Case Studies

Practical implementations and real-world applications demonstrating research impact.

Short Communications

Brief reports presenting significant preliminary findings or emerging ideas.

Special Issue Contributions

Research articles submitted for approved special issues managed under the journal's editorial policies.

3. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Authors should prepare manuscripts according to the following structure:

Title Page

The title page should include:

  • Full manuscript title
  • Author names
  • Institutional affiliations
  • Department and organization details
  • Corresponding author information
  • ORCID identifiers (recommended)
  • Email addresses

Abstract

The abstract should:

  • Clearly summarize the research objectives.
  • Describe the methodology.
  • Highlight major findings.
  • Explain the significance of the contribution.

Recommended length: 200–300 words.

Keywords

Authors should provide:

  • 4–8 relevant keywords
  • Terms that accurately represent the research content

Main Manuscript Sections

A typical research article should include:

  1. Introduction
  2. Related Work / Literature Review
  3. Research Methodology
  4. Proposed Model / Framework / Approach
  5. Experimental Setup and Results
  6. Discussion
  7. Conclusion
  8. Future Work
  9. References

The structure may be adjusted depending on the research domain.

4. Formatting Requirements

Authors should ensure manuscripts follow these formatting requirements:

  • Manuscripts must be written in clear academic English.
  • Use consistent formatting throughout the manuscript.
  • Number sections and subsections logically.
  • Use appropriate scientific terminology.
  • Ensure figures and tables are clear and properly labelled.
  • Use standard citation and reference formatting.

Detailed formatting templates may be provided on the journal website.

5. Figures and Tables

Authors should ensure that:

  • All figures and tables are numbered sequentially.
  • Captions are descriptive and informative.
  • Figures are of sufficient quality for publication.
  • Data presented in tables and figures are accurate.
  • All figures and tables are referenced within the manuscript text.

Authors must obtain permission for any copyrighted figures, images, or tables reproduced from other sources.

6. References and Citations

Authors must provide accurate and complete references for all cited works.

Authors should:

  • Cite original sources appropriately.
  • Avoid excessive self-citation.
  • Include recent and relevant research wherever appropriate.
  • Follow the journal's recommended citation style.

All references should be checked carefully before submission.

7. Research Ethics and Integrity

Authors must follow responsible research practices and ensure:

  • No plagiarism or inappropriate text reuse.
  • No fabrication or falsification of data.
  • No duplicate publication.
  • Proper acknowledgment of all contributors.
  • Ethical approval for research involving humans, animals, or sensitive data where applicable.

The journal may use plagiarism detection tools to verify originality.

8. Authorship Guidelines

Authorship should be limited to individuals who have made significant contributions to:

  • Research conception or design.
  • Data collection, analysis, or interpretation.
  • Development of methods or models.
  • Manuscript preparation or critical revision.

All authors must:

  • Approve the final manuscript.
  • Agree to submission.
  • Accept responsibility for the published work.

Changes to authorship after submission require approval from all authors and editorial permission.

9. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage Policy

Authors may use Artificial Intelligence tools for appropriate research and writing assistance; however:

  • Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy and originality of the manuscript.
  • AI-generated content must be carefully reviewed and verified.
  • Significant AI assistance should be disclosed where applicable.
  • AI tools cannot be listed as authors.

The use of AI must not compromise research integrity or transparency.

10. Data Availability Statement

Authors are encouraged to provide information regarding research data availability.

Where applicable, authors should include:

  • Dataset sources
  • Data repositories
  • Access information
  • Data sharing limitations

Authors should support transparency and reproducibility of research findings.

11. Conflict of Interest Declaration

Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest, including:

  • Financial relationships
  • Institutional affiliations
  • Personal relationships
  • Funding sources
  • Commercial interests

A conflict of interest statement should be included in the manuscript.

12. Funding Disclosure

Authors should clearly acknowledge financial support received from:

  • Research institutions
  • Government agencies
  • Industry partners
  • Academic grants
  • Other funding organizations

If no funding was received, authors should state this clearly.

13. Manuscript Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo editorial screening followed by peer review.

The review process evaluates:

  • Originality
  • Research significance
  • Technical quality
  • Methodological soundness
  • Presentation quality
  • Ethical compliance

The final publication decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief or designated editor.

14. Revision Policy

When revisions are requested, authors should:

  • Address all reviewer comments carefully.
  • Provide a detailed response explaining changes.
  • Highlight modifications made in the revised manuscript.
  • Submit revisions within the specified timeframe.

15. Publication Charges

Any applicable publication fees or Article Processing Charges (APCs) are communicated transparently to authors before publication.

Editorial decisions are independent of payment status and are based solely on academic quality.

(Modify this section according to the journal's APC policy.)

16. Post-Publication Responsibilities

Authors should notify the journal promptly if they discover:

  • Significant errors in their published article.
  • Issues affecting research validity.
  • Concerns regarding data accuracy or interpretation.

The journal follows established procedures for corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions.

17. Submission Checklist

Before submission, authors should confirm:

☐ Manuscript follows journal scope and guidelines.
☐ All authors have approved the submission.
☐ Manuscript is original and unpublished.
☐ References are complete and accurate.
☐ Figures and tables are properly formatted.
☐ Ethical requirements are satisfied.
☐ Conflict of interest and funding statements are included.
☐ Data availability information is provided where applicable.

Commitment to Authors

The Journal of Smart Systems and Computing (JSSC) is committed to providing authors with a fair, transparent, and professional publication experience. Through rigorous peer review, ethical editorial practices, and open scholarly communication, JSSC aims to support researchers in sharing impactful contributions with the global scientific community.