About The Journal Of NEP

About the Journal

The Journal of NEP is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research across a broad range of scholarly disciplines. The journal serves as a multidisciplinary forum where researchers, practitioners, and educators can disseminate original empirical studies, theoretical analyses, and comprehensive reviews that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the sciences, social sciences, humanities, and applied fields.

The journal welcomes submissions from diverse subject areas, including life sciences, environmental science, mathematics, computer science, management studies, literature, geography, and related fields. Its editorial board comprises established scholars and experts who oversee a rigorous peer-review process to maintain academic excellence and integrity.

By providing an open platform for scholarly exchange and discovery, The Journal of NEP aims to foster global academic dialogue, support evidence-based research, and encourage interdisciplinary collaborations that address contemporary challenges and generate new insights across multiple domains of inquiry.

Aim and Scope

Journal Portfolio and Companion Titles

Article Types

Original Research Articles

Review Articles

Technical Noteses

Letters to the Editor

Peer-Review Process

Open Access

Ethics and Editorial Policiess

Publishing Ethics

  • All submissions to the journal must comply with internationally accepted standards of publication ethics. Authors are expected to adhere to the ethical principles outlined by journal of NEP in its Publishing Ethics Policy, including standards related to research integrity, originality, transparency, and responsible authorship.
  • Submission Declaration By submitting a manuscript to this journal, authors confirm that:
    • The submitted work is original and has not been formally published elsewhere, except in permissible forms such as preprints, conference abstracts, academic theses, registered reports, or invited lectures.
    • The manuscript is not currently under review or consideration by another journal or publisher.
    • All listed authors have approved the submission and consent to its publication.
    • Appropriate permissions have been obtained from relevant institutions or authorities where the research was conducted.
    • Upon acceptance, the manuscript will not be published in the same form in any language or medium without prior written authorisation from the copyright holder.
    To ensure adherence to journal policies, submitted manuscripts may be screened using editorial and integrity verification tools.
  • Authorship Criteria Authorship is restricted to individuals who have made meaningful scholarly contributions to the work. All authors must have participated substantially in each of the following areas:
    • Conceptualisation and design of the study, or data collection, or data analysis and interpretation
    • Drafting the manuscript or critically revising it for intellectual content
    • Approving the final version submitted for publication
    One author must be designated as the corresponding author and will serve as the primary point of contact during the editorial and publication process. All authors share collective responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the work.
  • Changes to Authorship Authors are strongly advised to finalise the authorship list and author order before submission. Requests to modify authorship after submission are generally discouraged and considered only under strict conditions. The journal’s policy on authorship changes is as follows:
    • All authors must be listed in the manuscript and entered into the submission system at the time of initial submission.
    • Requests for addition, removal, or rearrangement of authors may be considered only before acceptance, and only with the approval of the handling editor.
    • Such requests must be submitted by the corresponding author and must include a clear explanation along with written consent from all authors, including those being added or removed.
    • Requests must follow the journal’s prescribed procedure and documentation requirements; incomplete requests will not be processed.
    • Changes after acceptance are permitted only in exceptional circumstances and may delay publication.
    • Approved authorship changes after publication will result in a formal corrigendum.
    • Unauthorised authorship modifications may lead to rejection or retraction of the article.
  • Declaration of Competing Interests All authors are required to disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could be perceived as influencing the research. Potential conflicts of interest include, but are not limited to:
    • Employment or consultancy arrangements
    • Equity holdings or stock ownership
    • Honoraria or paid expert testimony
    • Patent applications or intellectual property interests
    • Research grants or financial sponsorship
    • Editorial or advisory roles associated with the journal
    Authors must complete the journal’s conflict-of-interest declaration during submission. Authors affiliated with the journal in an editorial or advisory capacity must include a statement clarifying that they had no involvement in the peer-review or editorial decision-making process for their manuscript. Authors with no competing interests should explicitly state: “The authors declare no competing interests.”
  • Funding Disclosure All sources of financial support must be clearly acknowledged. Authors should specify the role of funding bodies, if any, in study design, data collection, analysis, manuscript preparation, or submission decisions. Funding information should be presented in a standardised format, listing funding agencies and grant numbers where applicable. Detailed descriptions of funding programs are not required. If the research received no external funding, authors are encouraged to include the following statement: “This research did not receive any specific funding from public, commercial, or not-for-profit sources.”
  • Declaration of Generative AI Use Authors must disclose the use of generative artificial intelligence or AI-assisted tools in the preparation of their manuscript at the time of submission. The journal recognises that AI-based tools may support tasks such as literature organisation, language refinement, or conceptual exploration. However, such tools must not replace human scholarly judgment, critical thinking, or intellectual responsibility. Authors remain fully accountable for:
    • Verifying the accuracy, completeness, and neutrality of all content, including AI-assisted output
    • Ensuring originality and scholarly integrity of the manuscript• Ensuring originality and scholarly integrity of the manuscript
    • Editing and adapting AI-assisted material so that it reflects the authors’ own academic contribution
    • Safeguarding data privacy, intellectual property, and ethical standards
    AI tools must not be listed as authors or co-authors. If AI tools were used, authors must include a disclosure statement in a separate section placed before the reference list. If no AI tools were used beyond basic language or reference checks, no declaration is required. Reviewers and editors are currently not permitted to use generative AI tools during the peer-review or editorial evaluation process, in order to protect author confidentiality and research integrity.
  • Preprints and Article Sharing The journal permits the sharing of manuscripts in preprint form, in accordance with its article sharing policy. Posting a manuscript on a recognised preprint server does not constitute prior publication and does not disqualify the work from submission. Authors are encouraged to review the journal’s policy on multiple, redundant, or concurrent publication to ensure compliance.
  • Inclusive Language The journal is committed to promoting respectful, inclusive, and equitable scholarly communication. Authors are expected to use language that recognises diversity, avoids bias, and demonstrates respect for all individuals. Manuscripts should not contain expressions or implications that suggest superiority or inferiority based on personal or social characteristics, including but not limited to:
    • Age
    • Gender
    • Race
    • Ethnicity
    • Cultural background
    • Sexual orientation
    • Disability or health status
    Descriptions of personal attributes should be included only when they are directly relevant to the research context and supported by sound scholarly justification. Authors are encouraged to adopt gender-neutral language wherever possible, using plural forms (e.g., “participants,” “researchers,” “patients”) as the default. The use of gendered pronouns such as “he” or “she” should be avoided unless essential to the content. Manuscripts should be written without assumptions about readers’ beliefs or identities and must remain free from stereotypes, colloquial expressions, cultural generalisations, or references that privilege dominant cultural norms. These recommendations are intended to guide authors toward inclusive writing practices but do not represent an exhaustive set of rules.
  • Reporting Sex- and Gender-Based Analyses There is no single, universally accepted framework for defining or applying the concepts of sex and gender across disciplines. Authors are therefore expected to apply these concepts carefully and transparently, following disciplinary standards and funder requirements where applicable. Where research involves humans, animals, or eukaryotic cells, sex- and/or gender-based analyses should be incorporated into the study design whenever relevant. Authors should explicitly address the role of sex and/or gender in the research findings or clearly state if these dimensions were not considered and explain any resulting limitations in the generalizability of the results. To ensure clarity, rigour, and reproducibility, authors must clearly define how sex and/or gender are conceptualised and used in their study, avoiding ambiguity or conflation of terms. Authors are encouraged to consult the Sex and Gender Equity in Research (SAGER) guidelines and checklist developed by the European Association of Science Editors (EASE), which provide structured guidance on integrating sex and gender considerations into research design, analysis, reporting, and interpretation.
  • Definitions of Sex and Gender Authors must clearly explain how the terms "sex" and "gender" are defined and applied in their research, where relevant.
    • Sex generally refers to biological characteristics associated with physical and physiological attributes, including chromosomal composition, hormonal profiles, and internal or external anatomy. While sex is often categorised as male or female at birth based on observable anatomy, biological diversity includes individuals who are intersex or have differences of sex development.
    • Gender refers to socially constructed roles, identities, behaviours, and expectations associated with women, men, and gender-diverse individuals. Gender is shaped by historical, cultural, and social contexts and may vary across societies and over time. It also influences social interactions, self-perception, and power structures.
    The relevance of sex and/or gender depends on the scope and focus of the manuscript. The journal does not seek to prescribe authors’ beliefs or positions but requires that, when these concepts are relevant, they are defined clearly and applied consistently within the research.
  • Jurisdictional Claims AThe journal maintains a neutral position regarding territorial boundaries, jurisdictional claims, and institutional affiliations. Authors retain responsibility for how geographic regions and affiliations are described in their manuscripts.
  • Maps Maps included in submissions should accurately reflect only the area under study and allow readers to locate the study site using widely accepted mapping platforms. Authors should avoid presenting maps that extend beyond the study area without justification. A clarifying note should be included stating that map boundaries indicate study areas and do not necessarily represent officially recognised national borders. Editors may request revisions to maps that do not follow these principles.
  • Institutional Affiliations Authors should provide the official name of their institution or a widely recognised standard abbreviation to allow independent verification. Affiliations must accurately reflect where the research was conducted.

Writing and Formatting Guidelines

File Format

  • Authors must submit editable source files for all components of the manuscript, including text, tables, figures, and graphical elements.
    • Word submissions should be saved in .doc or .docx format; LaTeX submissions should be provided in .text format.
    • PDF files are not accepted as primary source files.
    • Word manuscripts must use a single-column layout. Double-column formatting is permitted only for LaTeX submissions.
    • Remove strikethroughs and underlining unless they convey specific scientific meaning.
    • Authors are encouraged to use spelling and grammar checks prior to submission.
  • Title Page Requirements Each manuscript must include a title page containing the following information:
    Article Title
    The title should be concise, informative, and reflective of the content. Abbreviations and formulae should be avoided unless they are widely recognised and essential to the field.
    Author Names
    List the full given name(s) and family name(s) of all authors in the correct order. Names should be spelt accurately and must match those entered in the submission system. Authors may include their names in their native script in parentheses following the English transliteration, if desired.
    Affiliations
    Provide the institutional affiliations associated with the work, listed below the author names. Affiliations should be indicated using lowercase superscript letters corresponding to each author and must include the full postal address and country. Email addresses may be included where appropriate.
    Corresponding Author
    Clearly identify the author responsible for managing correspondence throughout the review, publication, and post-publication stages. The corresponding author must ensure that contact details remain current and be prepared to respond to queries regarding data, methods, and materials.
    Present or Permanent Address
    If an author has changed affiliation since the research was conducted, a present or permanent address may be included as a footnote using superscript Arabic numerals. The affiliation where the research was conducted must be listed as the primary affiliation.
    Abstract
    Each submission must include a clear, precise, and self-contained abstract of no more than 250 words. The abstract should succinctly outline the study's objective, key findings, and main conclusions.
    To ensure accessibility and indexing effectiveness, abstracts must be understandable without reference to the full manuscript.
    Citations should be avoided. If unavoidable, cite only author name(s) and year(s).
    Non-standard or uncommon abbreviations should not be used. They are essential; they must be defined at first mention within the abstract.
  • Keywords By submitting a manuscript to this journal, authors confirm that:
    • Keywords must be written in English.
    • Single-word keywords are preferred; avoid compound phrases using connectors such as “and” or “of.”
    • Abbreviations should be used only when they are well established within the discipline.
  • Highlights Article highlights are mandatory and must be submitted at the time of manuscript submission. Highlights consist of brief bullet points designed to emphasise the novel contributions, key results, or methodological innovations of the study. These points enhance article visibility in search engines and databases.
    • Submit highlights as a separate editable file with “highlights” included in the file name.
    • Provide 3–5 bullet points, each not exceeding 85 characters, including spaces.
  • Graphical Abstract Authors are encouraged to submit a graphical abstract that visually summarises the main content of the article in a concise and professional manner suitable for an interdisciplinary audience.
    • Authors are responsible for securing permission for any third-party content used.
    • Any use of AI-assisted tools in graphical abstract preparation must comply with the journal’s generative AI policy.
    • Graphical abstracts must be uploaded as a separate file during submission.
    • Minimum image size: 531 × 1328 pixels (height × width) or proportional equivalent, readable at 5 × 13 cm at 96 dpi.
    • Preferred file formats: TIFF, EPS, PDF, or MS Office files.
  • Mathematical Expressions
    • Equations must be provided as editable text, not embedded as images.
    • Simple expressions should be incorporated into the text where possible.
    • Use a solidus (/) for simple fractions (e.g., X/Y).
    • Variables should be italicized, and exponential terms expressed using exp.
    • Displayed equations should be numbered sequentially in the order cited.
  • Tables Tables must be supplied as editable text.
    • Position tables close to their first citation or at the end of the manuscript.
    • All tables must be cited in the text and numbered consecutively.
    • Each table must include a clear caption, with explanatory notes placed below the table body.
    • Avoid vertical lines, cell shading, or excessive formatting..
    • Tables should be used judiciously and should not duplicate information have presented elsewhere.
  • Figures, Images, and Artwork All visual materials—including figures, diagrams, and images—must be submitted as separate files in addition to the manuscript
    • Every figure must be cited in the text and numbered sequentially.
    • Files should follow a logical naming convention (e.g., Figure_1, Figure_2).
    • Captions must be provided for all visual elements.
    • Text graphics may be embedded at appropriate locations within the manuscript.
  • Accepted Artwork Formats
    • Vector graphics: EPS or PDF (fonts embedded or text converted to outlines)
    • Photographs (color or grayscale): TIFF, JPG, or PNG at a minimum of 300 dpi
    • Line drawings: TIFF, JPG, or PNG at 1000 dpi
    • Combined line/halftone images: TIFF, JPG, or PNG at 500 dpi
    Low-resolution images and formats optimised for screen use are not accepted
  • Use of Generative AI in Visual Content The creation or alteration of images using generative AI or AI-assisted tools is not permitted The only exception applies when AI-based image generation is integral to the research methodology itself (e.g., biomedical imaging). In such cases, full methodological transparency—including the name, version, and parameters of the tool—must be provided. AI-generated artwork for graphical abstracts or figures is not allowed. Limited exceptions for cover art may be granted, provided prior editorial approval and appropriate rights clearance are obtained.
  • Supplementary Material Authors are encouraged to submit supplementary materials that enhance the main article.
    • Supplementary files must be relevant, accurate, and cited in the manuscript.
    • Files should be submitted simultaneously with the main manuscript and will be published as received.
    • Each file must include a concise descriptive caption
    • Revised versions must replace earlier files; tracked changes should be disabled.
  • Video and Animation Content Video files and animations may be submitted to complement the article.
    • Refer to video content clearly within the manuscript text
    • Files should be appropriately named and within size limits (maximum 150 MB per file, 1 GB total).
    • Provide a representative still image for each video.n
    • Include descriptive text to ensure accessibility and usability in print formats
  • Research Data and Transparency The journal supports open and transparent research practices. Research data—including datasets, software, code, and protocols—should be deposited in an appropriate repository and cited within the article. A data availability statement is required at submission and will be published alongside the article.
  • Data Linking Linking articles to underlying datasets enhances visibility and research reuse. Authors may link datasets by:
    • Providing repository links during submission
    • Using recognized database identifiers within the manuscript text
  • Data Linking Linking articles to underlying datasets enhances visibility and research reuse. Authors may link datasets by:
    • Providing repository links during submission
    • Using recognized database identifiers within the manuscript text
  • Co-submission of Data and Methods Authors are encouraged to submit companion articles describing datasets, methods, or protocols to Data in Brief or MethodsX. Co-submitted articles must follow the required templates and be submitted alongside the main manuscript. Accepted co-submissions will be linked to the main article to support reproducibility and open science.
  • Article Structure Manuscripts should be organized into clearly numbered sections and subsections (e.g., 1, 1.1, 1.1.1).
    • Use section numbering consistently when cross-referencing.
    • Section headings should appear on separate lines.
    • The abstract must not be included in the section numbering.
  • Theory, Calculations, and Glossary The theory section should extend the conceptual background introduced earlier in the manuscript, while calculation sections should demonstrate applied development. A glossary defining discipline-specific terminology must be provided as a separate list where relevant.
  • Footnotes Footnotes should be used sparingly and numbered consecutively. They may be generated automatically or listed at the end of the manuscript, as appropriate.
  • Acknowledgements Acknowledgements should recognise individuals or organisations that provided non-authorship support. This section must appear immediately before the references and should not appear elsewhere in the manuscript.
  • Author Contributions (Credit) Corresponding authors must specify individual contributions using the Credit (Contributor Roles Taxonomy), including roles such as: Conceptualisation; Data curation; Formal analysis; Methodology; Supervision; Writing—original draft; Writing—review and editing, among others. Authors may hold multiple roles, and not all roles apply to every submission.
  • Funding Disclosure Authors are required to clearly identify all sources of financial support that contributed to the execution of the research and/or preparation of the manuscript. Where applicable, the specific role of funding bodies should be stated, including involvement in study design, data acquisition, data analysis, interpretation of results, manuscript preparation, or the decision to submit the article for publication. If funders had no role in these aspects, this must be explicitly indicated. Funding information should be presented in a standardised format to ensure compliance with funder requirements. For example: Funding: This research was supported by the National Institutes of Health [grant numbers xxxx, yyyy]; the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Seattle, WA [grant number zzzz]; and the United States Institute of Peace [grant number aaaa]. Detailed descriptions of funding programs, scholarships, or award schemes are not required. When financial support is provided through institutional block grants or internal university resources, authors should name the relevant institution or organisation. If the research received no external funding, authors are encouraged to include the following statement: This research did not receive any specific funding from public, commercial, or not-for-profit funding agencies.
  • Appendices Supplementary appendices should be clearly identified and labeled sequentially (Appendix A, Appendix B, etc.).
    • Equations within appendices should be numbered independently using formats such as Eq. (A.1), Eq. (A.2), and similarly for subsequent appendices (e.g., Eq. (B.1)).
    • Tables and figures appearing in appendices must also follow independent numbering conventions (e.g., Table A.1, Fig. A.1).
  • References In-Text Citations All sources cited within the manuscript must appear in the reference list, and all references listed must be cited in the text.
    • References cited in the abstract must be included in full in the reference list.
    • Unpublished data and personal communications should generally be avoided in the reference list, though they may be mentioned in the text where necessary.
    • If unpublished material is included in the reference list, it must follow the journal’s standard referencing format, with “unpublished results” or “personal communication” replacing the publication date.
    • References marked as “in press” indicate that the work has been formally accepted for publication.
    Authors should verify the accuracy of all reference details prior to submission. Correct metadata enables reliable linking with indexing and abstracting services such as Scopus, Crossref, and PubMed. Errors in author names, titles, years, or pagination may prevent successful linking. The use of Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) is strongly encouraged, as they provide permanent and reliable access to cited sources.
  • Reference Formatting At the submission stage, the journal does not enforce a rigid reference format. Authors may use any consistent citation style, provided that all essential bibliographic elements are included, such as:
    • Author name(s)
    • Year of publication
    • Article or chapter title
    • Journal or book title
    • Volume, issue, article number, or page range (where applicable)
    Following acceptance, the journal’s house reference style will be applied during the production process. Authors may be requested at the proof stage to supply missing or corrected reference information.
  • Citation Style Citations within the text should follow these conventions:
    • Single author: Author surname and year of publication
    • Two authors: Both surnames and yearn
    • Three or more authors: First author surname followed by et al. and year
    Citations may appear in narrative or parenthetical form. Multiple citations may be grouped alphabetically or chronologically. When the same author(s) have multiple publications in a single year, lowercase letters (a, b, c) should be appended to the year. Journal titles should be abbreviated in accordance with the List of Title Word Abbreviations (LTWA).
  • Web, Data, and Preprint References Web references must include the full URL and date of last access. Additional bibliographic details should be provided where available. Datasets cited in the manuscript should be clearly identified by including the author(s), dataset title, repository, version, year, and persistent identifier. The label [dataset] should precede the reference entry. Preprints must be clearly identified as such, including the name of the preprint server and DOI. If a peer-reviewed version becomes available, the published article should be cited in preference.
  • Reference Management Software Authors may use reference management tools such as Mendeley Reference Manager or other CSL-compatible software. Where available, the journal template should be selected. Prior to submission, authors are advised to remove all field codes to avoid formatting issues.

Manuscript Submission

Submission Checklist

  • Before completing submission, authors should ensure that:
    • One corresponding author has been designated with complete contact details
    • All required files have been uploaded, including figures, tables, captions, keywords, and supplementary materials
    • Spelling and grammar checks have been completed
    • All references cited in the text appear in the reference list and vice versa
    • Permissions have been obtained for any copyrighted material
    • For open access submissions, authors acknowledge responsibility for payment of the Article Processing Charge (APC), where applicable

After Editorial Decision

Article Transfer

About The Journal and Guidelines

Aim and Scope

Peer Review Process