Explorations in Astronomy & Astrophysics

Author Guidelines

Explorations in Astronomy & Astrophysics invites contributions from researchers, scientists, and professionals working in any subfield of astronomy and astrophysics. The journal is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of scientific rigor and quality. All submissions will undergo a peer-review process to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the research.

Types of Articles

We accept a variety of article types, including:

• Original Research Articles: Articles that present original data, analysis, and new findings in the field of astronomy and astrophysics.
• Review Articles: Comprehensive summaries of recent advancements and the current state of research in specific areas.
• Mini-Reviews: Shorter reviews focusing on emerging or niche topics within the field.
• Research Reports: Brief reports on new observations, experiments, or theoretical studies.
• Editorials: Articles that discuss the significance of recent developments or highlight the broader trends in the field.
• Letters to the Editor: Brief communications addressing specific questions or providing additional insight into recently published research.
• Commentaries: Perspective pieces that offer insights into published studies, ongoing debates, or future directions in astronomy and astrophysics.
• Rapid Communications: Short articles that present time-sensitive findings or preliminary results.
• Conference Proceedings: Articles based on presentations or discussions held at scientific meetings, symposia, and conferences.

Article Publication Charges: Explorations in Astronomy & Astrophysics is supported through article processing charges (APCs) paid by the authors after acceptance. There are no submission charges, and the APC is applied only once the manuscript is accepted for publication. These charges are necessary to maintain the journal's open-access model and ensure its continued operation. The APC details will be communicated to the corresponding author upon acceptance.

Submission Process Authors are invited to submit their manuscripts via email. Upon submission, the manuscript will be assigned a registration number, which can be used to track the manuscript's status. All manuscripts should follow the guidelines provided below:

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Manuscripts should be written in English and submitted in Microsoft Word format. Figures should be provided as separate image files (JPEG, TIFF) and must be accompanied by appropriate legends. The structure of manuscripts should follow the order outlined below:

1. Title: The title should be concise and descriptive (maximum 25 words) and must not contain abbreviations. The title should clearly reflect the subject of the research.

2. Author Information: Include the full names, affiliations, and contact details (including email addresses) of all authors. Specify the corresponding author with full contact details.

3. Abstract: The abstract should be structured and no longer than 300 words. It should include the following subheadings:

• Aims: The purpose and objectives of the study.
• Methods: A brief description of the methods used.
• Results: A summary of the key findings.
• Conclusions: The main conclusions drawn from the results.

4. Keywords: Provide 3-10 keywords that represent the key themes of the article. These should be chosen carefully to ensure the article is discoverable in searches.

5. Introduction: The introduction should provide an overview of the background to the study, identify the research problem, and outline the objectives and significance of the work.

6. Materials and Methods: Provide a detailed description of the study design, materials, and methodology used, with sufficient detail for others to replicate the work. If relevant, include information on data collection, experimental procedures, and statistical analyses.

7. Results: Present the results in a clear and concise manner. Figures, tables, and statistical data should be presented to support the findings. Results should be described in the past tense.

8. Discussion: Interpret the results and compare them with those from previous studies. Discuss the implications of the findings and suggest areas for future research.

9. Conclusions; Summarize the key points and implications of the study. Discuss potential applications or directions for further work in the field.

10. Acknowledgments: Acknowledge any funding sources, collaborators, or institutions that contributed to the research.

11. References: References should be formatted according to the journal’s style. All references must be to peer-reviewed articles, books, or conference proceedings. In-text citations should follow the style of the journal.