Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

Artificial Intelligence Systems and Its Applications (AISA) welcomes high-quality original research, review articles, and critical application manuscripts in the field of Artificial Intelligence and its various applications. To ensure a smooth submission and review process, please adhere to the following guidelines.

1. General Submission Requirements

• Originality: Manuscripts must be original and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. All submitted work should contribute significantly to the field of AI and its applications.
• Language: All manuscripts should be written in clear, concise, and correct English. Authors who are non-native speakers may consider professional language editing prior to submission.
• Manuscript Categories: We accept the following types of manuscripts:
• Research Articles: Detailed studies reporting original research findings.
• Review Articles: Comprehensive critical reviews that provide new insights and synthesis of current research.
• Methods Papers: Articles describing novel methodologies or innovative applications of existing techniques.
• Critical Application Papers: Case studies or system design research showcasing practical implementations of AI solutions.

2. Manuscript Preparation

2.1. Structure and Content

Manuscripts should include the following sections (where applicable):

• Title Page:
• Article title (concise and informative)
• Authors’ full names and affiliations
• Corresponding author’s contact details (email address, phone number, and mailing address)
• Abstract:
• A concise summary (150–250 words) that clearly states the research problem, methods, key findings, and conclusions.
• Keywords:
• 4–6 keywords that represent the core topics of the article.
• Introduction:
• Context, background, and rationale for the study, including a clear statement of objectives.
• Methodology/Materials and Methods:
• Detailed description of research design, experimental setup, data collection, and analysis methods, ensuring reproducibility.
• Results:
• Presentation of research findings with supporting figures, tables, and statistical analyses.
• Discussion:
• Interpretation of results, implications for the field, limitations, and suggestions for future research.
• Conclusion:
• Summary of key findings and the overall significance of the research.
• Acknowledgments:
• Recognition of individuals, institutions, and funding sources that contributed to the work.
• References:
• A complete list of all cited literature, formatted according to the journal’s referencing style (see Section 4).

2.2. Formatting Guidelines

• Manuscript Length: There is no strict word limit; however, submissions should be concise and focused.
• Font and Spacing: Use a standard, legible font (e.g., Times New Roman or Arial) in 12-point size, with double spacing and 1-inch margins on all sides.
• Figures and Tables:
• Ensure high resolution (minimum 300 dpi) for all images.
• Include clear legends and labels.
• Each figure/table should be mentioned in the text sequentially.
• Supplementary Material: Additional data, multimedia files, or extended methods may be submitted as supplementary material. Ensure all supplementary files are clearly labeled and referenced in the manuscript.

3. Submission Process

• Online Submission: Manuscripts must be submitted electronically through our submission system. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided on the submission portal.
• Cover Letter: Include a cover letter that briefly outlines the importance of the work, confirms the manuscript’s originality, and states that it is not under consideration elsewhere.
• File Formats: Preferred formats are Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) for text and .tif, .jpeg, or .png for images. LaTeX submissions are also accepted if formatted according to the journal’s guidelines.
• Plagiarism Check: All submissions will be screened for plagiarism. Manuscripts with significant overlap with published work may be rejected.

4. References and Citation Style

• Citation Format:
• Follow the journal’s specific citation style for in-text citations and the reference list.
• Ensure that all references are complete and correctly formatted.
• Digital Object Identifier (DOI): Where available, include DOIs for cited articles.
• Consistency: Maintain consistency in citation style throughout the manuscript.

5. Ethical Guidelines

• Research Ethics:
• Authors must adhere to ethical standards in the treatment of human and animal subjects.
• Any necessary ethical approvals or informed consent statements should be clearly stated in the manuscript.
• Conflict of Interest:
• Disclose any potential conflicts of interest. This information should be included in a dedicated section in the manuscript.
• Authorship:
• All authors must have contributed significantly to the research and must approve the final version of the manuscript.
• Data Availability:
• Provide a data availability statement specifying where supporting data can be accessed, if applicable.

6. Peer-Review Process

• Double-Blind Review:
• Our peer-review process is double-blind; therefore, manuscripts should be anonymized by removing any identifying information from the text.
• Reviewer Comments:
• Authors will receive reviewer feedback and are expected to respond thoroughly to all comments. Revised manuscripts should clearly indicate changes made in response to reviewer suggestions.
• Decision and Publication:
• The editorial board will make the final decision based on reviewer recommendations. Accepted articles will be published online as open access.

7. Copyright and Open Access

• Copyright Transfer:
• Upon acceptance, authors will be required to sign a copyright transfer agreement, unless alternative arrangements are in place.
• Open Access License:
• All published articles are subject to an open-access policy under a Creative Commons license, promoting free and broad dissemination of research findings.

8. Final Checks Before Submission

• Proofreading: Ensure the manuscript is free of grammatical errors and typographical mistakes.
• Formatting Compliance: Double-check that the manuscript adheres to the guidelines regarding formatting, structure, and citation style.
• Supplementary Material: Confirm that all supplementary files are correctly labeled and referenced within the manuscript.
• Compliance Statement: Include a brief statement in the cover letter confirming compliance with the author guidelines and ethical standards.

For further information or assistance, please contact our editorial office at aisa@journals.cognispectra.com.

We look forward to receiving your submissions and contributing to the advancement of artificial intelligence research through Artificial Intelligence Systems and Its Applications (AISA).