Author Resources

Essential tools, guidelines, and templates to help you prepare your manuscript for submission.

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Manuscript Template

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Vancouver style

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How to Structure Your Article

Introduction:
Provide context and outline the research question or problem your study addresses.

Methods:
Describe the study design, participants, procedures, and statistical analysis used.

Results:
Present the findings of the study, using tables or figures if needed.

Discussion:
Interpret the results, highlight their significance, and compare them to existing research.

Conclusion:
Summarize the key findings and suggest future research directions.

Writing Tips

Be Clear and Concise: Avoid jargon and ensure your manuscript is easy to understand.
Stay Focused: Stick to the research question and avoid unnecessary details.
Check for Consistency: Ensure the data presented in figures/tables align with the text.
Proofread: Always proofread for grammar, spelling, and clarity before submission.

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Formatting Checklist

Before submitting your manuscript, ensure that the following requirements are met:

Manuscript is in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx)
Times New Roman, size 12, double-spaced text
Title page includes author details and affiliations
Abstract is concise (150-250 words)
References are in Vancouver style
Figures and tables are properly formatted and included in the text
Ethical standards and conflict of interest are clearly stated

Plagiarism Policy and Ethical Guidelines

We take plagiarism seriously. All manuscripts submitted to the South Asian Journal of Geriatric Medicine will be screened using Turnitin plagiarism detection software. Any manuscripts found to contain plagiarized material will be rejected.