Submission Checklist

Submission Checklist

Nature-Nurture Journal of Psychology Submission Checklist

Before submitting your manuscript to the Nature-Nurture Journal of Psychology, please review the following checklist to ensure your submission is complete:

1. Manuscript Preparation

  1. Title Page:
    • Title of the manuscript.
    • Names, affiliations, and contact information of all authors.
    • Corresponding author’s email address.
  2.  Structural Abstract:
    • A concise summary of the manuscript (150-250 words).
    • Clearly outlines the research background, objectives, methods, results, and conclusions.
  3. Keywords:
    • Provide 4-6 relevant keywords related to your research.
  4. Main Manuscript:
    • Ensure the manuscript follows the formatting guidelines (e.g., font size, margins, line spacing).
    • Use clear and concise language.
    • Proper structure (Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion).
  5. Figures and Tables:
    • High-quality images, figures, and tables (if applicable).
    • Tables should be self-contained and numbered.
    • Include figure captions.
  6. References:
    • Cite all references correctly following the NNJP's citation style (e.g., APA or any other specified format).
    • Ensure all citations in the text match the reference list.
  7. Ethical Considerations:
    • Clearly state ethical approval or consent (if applicable) for research involving human participants or animals.

2. Formatting and File Preparation

  1. File Format:
    • Manuscripts should be submitted in Word,  DOC, DOCX, or PDF format.
  2. File Name:
    • Ensure the file is named properly, such as: “AuthorName_ManuscriptTitle”.
  3. Word Count:
    • Ensure the manuscript adheres to the word limit (usually specified on the journal's submission page).
  4. Section Headings:
    • Properly organize the manuscript into sections with clear headings.

3. Compliance with Journal Guidelines

  • Scope:
    • Ensure your manuscript fits within the journal’s scope of research in psychology.
  • Originality:
    • The manuscript must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.
  • Plagiarism Check:
    • Manuscript should be free of plagiarism. Consider submitting a plagiarism report if required by the journal.

4. Conflict of Interest and Authorship

  • Conflict of Interest:
    • All authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Authorship:
    • Ensure all authors contributed significantly to the research and manuscript preparation.
    • Ensure all authors are listed accurately, and each is aware of the submission.

5. Supplementary Materials (if applicable)

  • Supplementary Files:
    • If there are any supplementary materials (e.g., questionnaires, datasets), ensure they are attached separately.
  • Consent Forms:
    • If applicable, submit signed consent forms for participants in the study.

6. Additional Requirements (if applicable)

  • Cover Letter:
    • A brief cover letter introducing your manuscript, explaining its significance, and confirming that the manuscript has not been published or under consideration elsewhere.
  • Approval from Ethics Committee:
    • If research involved human or animal subjects, include a statement of ethics approval.

7. Final Check

  • Proofreading:
    • Ensure the manuscript is thoroughly proofread for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
  • Submission Confirmation:
    • Double-check that you have completed all necessary fields in the submission portal (e.g., author details, manuscript title, abstract).
  • Reviewer Suggestions (optional):
    • Provide names of potential reviewers (if the journal requests this).

8. Submit

  • After ensuring all items are complete, submit the manuscript via the journal’s online submission system.
  • Ensure that you receive a confirmation email or acknowledgment after submission.