Cumhuriyet Science Journal

Thank you for choosing to submit your paper to Cumhuriyet Science Journal. The following instructions will ensure that we have everything we need to take your paper smoothly through the preliminary evaluation, peer review, production, and publication process. Please take the time to read and follow them as closely as possible to ensure that your paper meets the journal's requirements.

* The total number of figures and tables in a manuscript must not exceed 10 for original research articles and 15 for review articles.

* CSJ does not consider purely clinical studies that do not include any chemical or biological analyses, retrospective studies based solely on raw data presentation, or survey-based studies.

***A few minor revisions have been made to the article template of Cumhuriyet Science Journal, effective from 2026. Authors are kindly requested to submit new manuscripts using the updated template, which can be downloaded from the link below.

You can download the article template from here. 📝 Template.docx 

 The manuscript file must be prepared directly within the official MS Word template of the Cumhuriyet Science Journal. Authors are strictly required to download and use the journal’s template without altering its formatting, structure, or predefined styles. Manuscripts prepared outside the official template or submitted with modified formatting will be returned to the authors for correction prior to review.

Research Articles – Submission Requirements

Research articles submitted to CSJ must present original, high-quality scientific findings that contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in the relevant field.

Authors are expected to comply with the following guidelines:

• Manuscripts must report original research and should not have been previously published or be under consideration elsewhere.
• Submissions should demonstrate scientific novelty, methodological rigor, and clear relevance to the scope of the journal.
• The main text (excluding references) should be at least 2,500 words in length.
• The number of references should not exceed 40, and priority should be given to recent and relevant literature.
• The total number of figures and tables combined must not exceed 10.
• All figures and tables should be of high quality, clearly presented, and directly relevant to the study.
• If any figures, tables, or graphical materials are reproduced or adapted from other sources, they must be properly cited, and authors are responsible for obtaining all necessary copyright permissions. CSJ does not accept responsibility for copyright violations.
• Manuscripts should be well-organized and include standard sections such as Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion.
• The study design, data analysis, and interpretation must be transparent, reproducible, and scientifically sound.
• Submissions must be written in clear, concise, and professional academic English.

All research articles are subject to rigorous peer review and editorial evaluation, and acceptance depends on the scientific quality of the work, reviewer recommendations, and editorial decision.

Review Articles  – Submission Requirements

 Review articles submitted to CSJ should go beyond a simple compilation of current literature and must provide a critical, analytical, and comprehensive evaluation of the topic.

Authors are expected to adhere to the following guidelines:

• Review manuscripts should not merely summarize existing studies; instead, they must present a critical discussion, synthesis, and evaluation of the current state of knowledge in the field.
• Submissions should demonstrate original insight, identify research gaps, and propose future research directions where appropriate.
• The number of references should typically range between 40 and 70, with an emphasis on recent and high-impact studies.
• Reviews should prioritize scientific interpretation and discussion rather than presenting textbook-style or purely descriptive information.
• The total number of figures and tables combined should not exceed 15.
• Any figures, tables, or graphical materials reproduced or adapted from other sources must be properly cited, and authors are responsible for obtaining all necessary copyright permissions. CSJ does not accept liability for any copyright infringements.
• Review articles should be well-structured, including (but not limited to) an abstract, clearly defined sections, and a concluding perspective that highlights key findings and implications.
• Submissions must maintain a high level of academic quality, clarity, and coherence, and should be written in professional scientific English.

The acceptance of review articles is subject to editorial evaluation and peer review, and publication will depend on the positive recommendations of both the assigned editor and reviewers, as well as the availability of space in an appropriate issue.

In addition, authors must comply with the following rules:

All authors must provide their ORCID numbers. Submissions lacking an ORCID for each author will not be processed.

The manuscript must include all figures and tables embedded in the main document, each accompanied by a complete and properly formatted caption.

A section titled “Conflict of Interest” must be added at the end of the manuscript, clearly declaring any conflicts or stating that none exist.

A Copyright Form must be uploaded during the manuscript submission process. Manuscripts submitted without a completed copyright form will not proceed to peer review.

For authors submitting in Mathematics or related fields:
All equations must be written using the MS Word Equation Editor.
If MathType is used, all mathematical expressions must be written in Calibri font, size 11.

1. Aims and Scope

Cumhuriyet Science Journal (CSJ) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal that publishes original research articles, review articles, and short communications in the fields of natural and applied sciences, including but not limited to chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, and related interdisciplinary areas.

2. Publication Frequency

Cumhuriyet Science Journal is published six times a year (February, April, June, August, October, and December).

3. Peer Review Process

Cumhuriyet Science Journal operates a single-blind peer review system.

All submissions are initially evaluated by the Editor-in-Chief or Associate Editors for scope, originality, and scientific quality.

Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent to at least two independent reviewers.

Reviewers and authors remain anonymous throughout the review process.

The final decision regarding acceptance, revision, or rejection is made by the Editor-in-Chief.

The average review period is approximately 4–10 weeks.

4. Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

Cumhuriyet Science Journal is committed to upholding the highest standards of publication ethics.

The journal follows the principles and guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE):
🔗 https://publicationethics.org

5. Ethical Responsibilities of Authors

Authors submitting to CSJ must ensure that:

The submitted work is original and has not been published or submitted elsewhere.

All sources are properly cited and plagiarism is avoided.

All listed authors have made significant contributions to the study.

Any conflict of interest is clearly disclosed.

Research involving humans or animals complies with relevant ethical standards and approvals.

6. Research Ethics and Ethical Approval

Studies involving human participants must comply with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki:
🔗 https://www.wma.net/what-we-do/medical-ethics/declaration-of-helsinki/

Authors must state that:

Ethical approval was obtained from an appropriate ethics committee, when required.

Informed consent was obtained from participants.

7. Plagiarism Policy

All submissions are screened for plagiarism using similarity detection software (e.g., Turnitin or iThenticate).

Manuscripts with excessive similarity will be rejected.

Acceptable similarity thresholds are evaluated by the editors based on context and discipline.

8. Conflicts of Interest

Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could influence the work.

Any identified conflicts of interest will be transparently handled by the editorial team.

9. Corrections, Retractions, and Expressions of Concern

Cumhuriyet Science Journal follows COPE guidelines regarding:

Corrections

Retractions

Expressions of concern

When errors or ethical issues are identified after publication, appropriate actions will be taken to maintain the integrity of the scholarly record.

10. Open Access Policy

Cumhuriyet Science Journal is an open-access journal. All published content is freely available to readers without subscription or payment.

11. Archiving and Digital Preservation

All published articles are permanently archived on the journal’s website and assigned Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs).

12. Editorial Independence

Editorial decisions are made independently and are not influenced by the publisher, institution, or any external organization.

🟦 Ethical Responsibilities of Editors

🟩 Ethical Responsibilities of Reviewers 

🟨 Ethical Responsibilities of Authors