Thank you for considering the Vaccine and Immunization Research and Development journal for your scholarly contributions. To facilitate a smooth submission and publication process, please adhere to the following guidelines:
Manuscript Types Accepted
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Original Research Articles: Presenting novel findings in vaccine development, immunization strategies, and related areas.
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Review Articles: Synthesizing existing literature to provide comprehensive insights into specific aspects of vaccine research.
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Clinical Trials: Reporting on rigorous clinical trials assessing the safety and efficacy of new vaccines.
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Short Communications: Succinct articles presenting preliminary findings, new methodologies, or concise research contributions.
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Opinion Pieces: Thought-provoking perspectives on contemporary issues within the field of immunization science.
Plagiarism Policy
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Originality: All submitted manuscripts must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Plagiarism in any form will not be tolerated. Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality of their work.
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Attribution: Properly cite and attribute sources to avoid plagiarism. Use quotation marks and provide a citation for any verbatim content taken from other sources.
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Plagiarism Check: Submissions will undergo a plagiarism check as part of the editorial review process. If plagiarism is detected, the manuscript will be rejected, and appropriate actions will be taken.
Article Publication Charges
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No Submission Fee: The Vaccine and Immunization Research and Development journal does not charge a fee for manuscript submission.
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Article Processing Charge (APC): While there is no submission fee, authors whose manuscripts are accepted for publication may be subject to an Article Processing Charge. Details of APC, if applicable, will be communicated upon acceptance.
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Waivers and Discounts: The journal may offer APC waivers or discounts based on financial need or other considerations. Authors are encouraged to inquire about these options during the submission process.
Manuscript Preparation
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Formatting: Submissions should be formatted in accordance with the journal's guidelines. Please use a clear and consistent style, adhering to the provided template.
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Length: Manuscripts should be comprehensive yet concise. While there is no strict page limit, authors are encouraged to present their research in a clear and engaging manner.
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Title Page: Include a title page with the article title, author names, affiliations, and contact information. Clearly indicate the corresponding author.
Submission Process
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Online Submission: Submit your manuscript through the journal's online submission system. Follow the provided instructions for a smooth submission process.
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Peer Review: The Vaccine and Immunization Research and Development journal operates a rigorous double-blind peer-review process. Ensure that your manuscript is prepared for anonymous review.
Ethical Considerations
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Originality: Submit original work that has not been published elsewhere. Clearly indicate if your submission is based on previous work or is part of a larger research project.
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Ethical Approval: If applicable, provide details of ethical approval for research involving human subjects or animals.
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Conflicts of Interest: Disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the research or its interpretation.
Copyright and Open Access
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Copyright: Authors retain copyright of their work. The Vaccine and Immunization Research and Development journal publishes under a Creative Commons license, allowing widespread dissemination and use of published articles.
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Open Access Policy: Embrace the principles of open access by making your research freely available to the global academic community.
For detailed information and the latest updates, please refer to the Journal's Author Guidelines.
