Article Types
The Journal of Soft Computing and Artificial Intelligence (JSCAI) publishes original, high-quality, peer-reviewed research that contributes significantly to the fields of soft computing and artificial intelligence. Manuscripts must demonstrate novelty, methodological rigor, and clear relevance to the journal’s scope. Submissions that fail to meet these standards or fall outside the journal’s scope are not considered for review.
JSCAI accepts the following article types:
Original Research Articles
Full-length manuscripts presenting novel research findings, including detailed methodology, experimental validation, and comprehensive analysis. Submissions must demonstrate scientific rigor, originality, and a meaningful contribution to the advancement of the field.Review Articles
Scholarly and critical surveys that synthesize existing research, evaluate current trends, and identify future research directions. Review papers should provide substantial insight and be grounded in a comprehensive and up-to-date literature base.
Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools
Authors are fully responsible for the accuracy, originality, and integrity of all submitted content, including any material generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools. Compliance with the journal’s AI Policy is mandatory.
Language and Academic Style
All manuscripts must be written in clear, concise, and grammatically accurate English. Authors should adopt a formal academic tone, ensure consistency in terminology, and define all technical terms and abbreviations upon first use. Linguistic clarity and coherence are essential for effective scientific communication.
Manuscript Preparation, Formatting, and References
Manuscripts must be prepared in accordance with the official JSCAI LaTeX template and established international academic writing standards. Authors are required to use the template without modifying its core structure, as it ensures full compliance with the journal’s formatting and stylistic requirements.
Submissions should follow a clear and structured format, including title, abstract, keywords, and main sections such as introduction, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion.
References must be formatted according to the IEEE citation style, using numbered in-text citations corresponding to an ordered reference list. All references should be accurate, complete, and include relevant bibliographic information, such as DOI where available.
Plagiarism Policy
JSCAI maintains a strict policy on academic integrity. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software (e.g., iThenticate, Turnitin). Manuscripts with a similarity index exceeding 20% may be rejected or returned to the authors for revision prior to peer review. Authors are responsible for ensuring originality, proper citation, and avoidance of self-plagiarism.
Peer Review Process
All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process, ensuring impartial evaluation. Each submission is reviewed by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. Reviewers assess originality, methodological soundness, scientific contribution, and overall quality.
Based on reviewer recommendations, editorial decisions are categorized as acceptance, minor revision, major revision, or rejection. Authors receiving revision requests are provided with detailed and constructive feedback.
To preserve anonymity, authors must ensure that no identifying information appears in the manuscript during initial submission.
Editorial Workflow and Timeline
JSCAI follows a structured and transparent editorial workflow:
Initial editorial screening is conducted within approximately 5 days
Peer review is completed within approximately 6–10 weeks
The average time from submission to publication is approximately 120 days
All processes are managed through the official online submission system, ensuring efficiency and transparency.
Open Access Policy
JSCAI operates under a fully open-access model. All published content is freely accessible without subscription or publication fees. Articles are distributed under the Creative Commons CC BY-NC 4.0 license, allowing non-commercial use with proper attribution. This model supports global dissemination and accessibility of research.
Submission System
All manuscripts must be submitted via the official online platform (DergiPark). The system ensures standardized submission procedures, efficient communication, and transparent tracking of the review process.
Figures and Tables
Figures and tables must be of high quality and prepared in accordance with professional publishing standards. All visual materials should be clearly labeled, properly numbered, and referenced within the text. Captions must be descriptive and informative.
Ethical Standards
JSCAI adheres to the ethical principles established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors are expected to comply with the following:
Submission of original and unpublished work
Accurate representation of authorship and contributions
Disclosure of conflicts of interest
Transparency in funding sources
Compliance with ethical standards for human and animal research
Integrity and reliability of data
Any form of plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical conduct will result in rejection or further action in accordance with established ethical guidelines.
DOI and Archiving
Each published article is assigned a DOI through Crossref, ensuring permanent accessibility and citation tracking. All content is securely archived for long-term preservation and indexed in relevant databases.
Contact
📧 Email: scai.journal@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://dergipark.org.tr/en/pub/jscai