AUTHOR GUIDE
Kindly adhere to and carefully follow the provided recommendations. It is crucial to note that the Editor-in-Chief retains the right to return manuscripts that are not prepared in accordance with these guidelines. Ensuring strict compliance with the specified instructions will enhance the efficiency of the submission and review process, and contribute to maintaining the quality and standards of the journal.
Preparation of manuscript
Authors are strongly encouraged to utilize the journal template when preparing their manuscripts. This practice is recommended to expedite the publication process. Adhering to the provided template ensures a standardized format and structure, streamlining the editorial and production workflows. By employing the journal template, authors contribute significantly to the efficiency of the publication timeline, facilitating a smoother and more timely review and production process.
The Journal of the Algerian Chemical Society welcomes and publishes articles, reviews, or short communications that address issues in all area of chemistry, offering results that are of interest to a wide range of researchers. Authors submitting manuscripts should do so with the understanding that the work has not been published elsewhere, except in the form of an abstract, or as part of a published lecture, review, or thesis. Additionally, manuscripts should not be currently under consideration by another journal.
To enhance the efficiency of the submission process, the Journal of the Algerian Chemical Society exclusively accepts electronic submissions through the web site of the journal (https://www.jacs-dz.org). Authors are required to submit their manuscripts in the form of a single Word file.
Publication Language
The language of publication of articles is English.
General Format
Articles should be submitted as a single electronic file, formatted with Times New Roman font, size 12, and a line spacing of 1.5 throughout the entire manuscript. This includes abstracts, keywords, references, tables, and the legends of tables and figures. Maintain consistent margins of 2.5 cm on the left, right, top, and bottom of the document. Ensure that all paragraphs are justified on both the left and right sides. Avoid using tabulation within paragraphs, and refrain from intricate formatting, as it can complicate the task.
Following these formatting guidelines will contribute to a standardized and streamlined presentation of the manuscript.
Formatting of manuscript
In the process of submitting articles for peer review, authors should structure their submissions as follows: (1) title, (2) a summary in English (followed by keywords in English) (3) text, (4) Acknowledgements (if any) (5) bibliography.
Adhering to this structured format will facilitate a clear and organized presentation of the manuscript during the peer review process.
Title
For publication submission, adhere to the following format for the title and author details:
The title of the publication must be written in English language and submitted in upper case, centered, interline 1.5 in bold. Double space and then write the full names of the authors. Double space and then write their complete addresses. The name of the correspondent author will be marked with "*" give his/her e-mail, and telephone.
Summary
Articles submitted to the journal should include a concise summary. Abstracts are to be limited to a single paragraph, encompassing a maximum of 250 words. This succinct summary provides a brief overview of the key aspects of the article, aiding readers and reviewers in quickly grasping the content and significance of the research.
Keywords
The summary will be followed by four to six keywords that express the essentials of the article. The keywords should not contain words of the title. The keywords should be separated by semicolons.
Text
The text of the article should be organized into the following sections: Introduction, Equipment and Methods, Results, Discussion, Bibliography, and Acknowledgment. Importantly, the text should not include line breaks between paragraphs. This structured format enhances the readability and flow of the manuscript, ensuring a clear presentation of the research content and findings.
Tables, figures, maps and photos
Tables and graphs should be inserted directly into the text at the relevant positions. Maps and photographs must be submitted in either jpg or gif format. This ensures seamless integration of visual elements within the manuscript, contributing to a well-organized and visually coherent presentation of the research findings.
Equations and Symbols
Special characters (e.g, Greek and symbols) should be inserted using the symbols palette available in MS-Word. For complex equations, use Math-Type or an equation editor. If equations need to be displayed separately from the text, be sure to number them consecutively. This approach ensures clarity and consistency in the representation of mathematical and scientific notations within the manuscript.
Bibliography
In the bibliography section, include all references cited in the text. The citations in the text should be indicated by a number in brackets. Arrange the references in ascending order in the bibliography, following the examples provided below. This format ensures a systematic and organized presentation of the cited works.
Journal Article
[1] Lanez, T. Welcome to the Relaunched Journal of the Algerian Chemical Society A Call for Collaboration. J. Alg. Chem. Soc. 2023, 34, 1-2.
[2] Lanez, T.; Benamara, H.; Adaika, A.; Lanez, E.; Khennoufa, A.; Zegheb, N. in vitro and in silico antioxidant activity, toxicity prediction, and molecular docking study of 3- and 3,3’-nitrophenylferrocene and their reduced amines. J. Fundam. Appl. Sci. 2022, 14, 417-430.
Books
[3] Timberlake C. F. Anthocyanins in fruit and vegetables. In J. Friend, & M. J. C. Rhodes (Eds.), Recent advances in the biochemistry of fruit and vegetables. New York: Academic Press, 1981, pp. 221–247.
Websites: [4] Title of the website, URL in full (date accessed).
Tables and Figures
The editorial board of the journal reserves the right to make editorial changes that are deemed necessary in any article accepted for publication, including stylistic corrections or clarifications. In cases where profound changes are considered, authors will be consulted to ensure that the modifications align with their intended meaning and do not compromise the integrity of the research presented. This collaborative approach aims to uphold the quality and clarity of published articles while respecting the author's original intent and contribution.
Graphical abstract
A graphical abstract, is a unique single image file that contains the principal depiction of the author’s work presented in their manuscript. It must be uploaded as a separate file in the submission system by selecting "Graphical Abstracts" from the drop-down menu. The graphical abstract should have a distinct beginning and end point, preferably "reading" from top to bottom or left to right. Keep distracting and confusing components to a minimum.
Please submit an image with a minimum size of 850 by 500 pixels (w x h) and a resolution of 300 dpi. Please use Calibri and Symbol font with a large enough font size, so it is readable even from the image of a smaller size. The image should be in JPG or PNG format only.
Plagiarism Policy
For every manuscript submitted to the Journal of the Algerian Chemical Society, a thorough plagiarism check will be conducted. In the event of low-level plagiarism detection, the corresponding author will be promptly alerted. The author will then be requested to either rephrase the text or quote it verbatim, providing proper citation to the original source. However, if more than 20% of the original submission is found to be plagiarized, regrettably, the article will be rejected. This stringent approach ensures the integrity of the scholarly content published in the journal and upholds ethical standards in scientific research.
Ethics
The Journal of the Algerian Chemical Society is unwavering in its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics. Authors, upon request, are obligated to provide original data for inspection by the editor.
Instances of potential fraud may be brought to the attention of the authors' institutions for further investigation. In studies involving human subjects, beyond routine work activities, approval from a competent ethics committee is mandatory, adhering to the Helsinki Declaration of the World Medical Association (http://www.wma.net/en/30publications/10policies/b3/ ).
The paper must explicitly mention the name of the ethics committee that granted approval.
Authors submitting reviews to the Journal of the Algerian Chemical Society assert that their submitted works are original contributions and have not been plagiarized from other sources. Authors acknowledge and disclose all actual or potential conflicts of interest associated with their work, including financial support for the research. At the time of paper submission, authors are required to declare the source of financial support, any involvement in legal testimony or consultancy related to the paper's material, and any financial or other relationships that could potentially influence the content of the paper, regardless of whether these relationships are recent, ongoing, or expected in the future. This transparent reporting ensures the integrity of the research and maintains the credibility of the Journal.
Submissions
