Instructions for Authors of InfoScience Trends

Manuscript Submission: Authors are invited to submit their original research articles to InfoScience Trends through the online submission system on our website.

Formatting Guidelines: Ensure that your manuscript adheres to the formatting guidelines provided in the Authors' Guide. This includes the structure of the paper, citation style, and reference formatting.

Peer Review Process: All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure the quality and validity of the research. Authors should be prepared to address reviewers' comments and suggestions.

Ethical Guidelines: Authors are expected to adhere to ethical standards in research and publication. Plagiarism, duplicate submission, and data falsification are strictly prohibited.

Copyright and Licensing: Authors must agree to the copyright and licensing terms of InfoScience Trends before publication. Proper attribution and permissions for any copyrighted material used in the manuscript are the responsibility of the authors.

Financial Disclosures: Authors should disclose any financial support or conflicts of interest related to the research.

Indexing and Archiving: InfoScience Trends submits all published articles to major indexing services for wider dissemination. Authors will be notified once their work is indexed.

Contact Information: For any inquiries or assistance regarding manuscript submission, authors can contact the editorial office of InfoScience Trends.

Revision and Proofreading: Authors may be required to revise their manuscripts based on feedback from reviewers and editors. Careful proofreading is essential before final submission.

Publication Timeline: Authors will be informed of the publication timeline once their manuscript is accepted for publication. Regular updates on the status of the manuscript will be provided.

Requirements for Different Types of Articles

Research Articles: Should contain a structured abstract, 3-5 keywords, introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion, conclusion, acknowledgment (if applicable), and references sections, and maximum 6 tables and 6 figures. The length should not exceed 4000-4500 words excluding the references, abstract, figures and tables. The number of references should be between 15-45. Exceptions are possible, but only if the authors explain the need (e.g., to use more tables of figures or longer text).

Review Articles: Review articles should provide a comprehensive overview of a specific topic within information science. Authors are expected to include a structured abstract that summarizes the main objectives, methods, findings, and conclusions of the review. The article should also incorporate 3-8 keywords that accurately reflect the content. A well-structured review article typically consists of an introduction that outlines the scope and significance of the topic, a thorough literature review that synthesizes existing research, a discussion section that analyzes key themes or trends, and a conclusion that summarizes the main findings and suggests future research directions. Authors should acknowledge any sources of support or funding and include a reference section with 15-65 relevant citations. Review articles should be between 3000-6500 words in length, excluding references, abstract, figures, and tables.

Meta-Analyses: Meta-analyses involve the statistical synthesis of data from multiple studies to generate new insights or conclusions on a specific topic. The methods section should detail the criteria for study selection, data extraction, and statistical analysis. Results should be presented clearly and supported by tables or figures. The discussion section should interpret the findings, address any limitations, and highlight the implications of the meta-analysis. Authors should acknowledge any support or funding received and include a reference section with 15-65 citations. Meta-analyses should adhere to a word limit of 3000-6500 words, excluding references, abstract, figures, and tables.

Case Studies: Case studies offer a detailed examination of a particular instance or scenario related to information science. They can deal with any scientific discipline, if only they show the application of information science. Authors should include a structured abstract, keywords, introduction, background information, a description of the case, discussion of key findings, and a conclusion that summarizes the implications of the case study. Authors are encouraged to acknowledge any relevant support or funding and provide a reference section. Case studies should be between 1500-3000 words in length.

Short Communications: Short communications provide a concise overview of a specific research study or topic. Authors should include a structured abstract, keywords, introduction, brief study description, results, discussion, conclusion, and acknowledgements if applicable. The reference section should be included, and authors can present up to 2 tables or figures to support their findings. Short communications should be between 1000-2000 words in length.

Perspectives: Perspectives are opinion pieces that offer a perspective on a current topic or issue within information science. Authors should present clear reasoning, with the focus on the future of information science or its particular aspect, supported by relevant references if applicable. Perspectives typically range from 1500-4000 words in length and should be engaging and thought-provoking.

Letters to the Editor: Letters to the editor provide an opportunity for readers to comment or provide feedback on previously published articles. Authors should communicate their thoughts concisely and clearly, with a length of 500-1000 words. References can be included if necessary. If the text becomes longer than accepted, consider making it a point of view.

Book Reviews: Book reviews should offer a summary and critique of a relevant book in the field of information science. Authors should evaluate the book's contribution to the field and provide a thoughtful analysis. Book reviews typically range from 1000-1500 words in length and may include references to support their reasoning.

Viewpoints: Viewpoint articles present a specific view on a topic within information science. Authors should provide a clear viewpoint supported by references and engage with relevant literature. Viewpoint articles are typically between 1000-3000 words in length. Unlike other types articles, viewpoints — as their name suggests — offer an arena for subjectivity. This does not mean, however, that we’ll accept everything. Your argumentation can be subjective — but it must make sense and it must contribute to the knowledge. An example of such contribution is the critical view of a commonly used method, or of a common definition of something, of a frequent mistake made in information-science articles, so frequent that already accepted on a regular basis.