Essential Information For Authors Submitting To The Saudi Medical Journal

Introduction

The Saudi Medical Journal is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication offering a platform for researchers to share their findings across various medical disciplines. To ensure a smooth submission process, authors must follow specific guidelines and protocols. This blog outlines the key steps and considerations for preparing and submitting manuscripts.

Registration Process

Before submitting a manuscript, authors must create an account on the Saudi Medical Journal Scholar One Submission System. Only the corresponding author is permitted to register for each submission to streamline communication and ensure centralized correspondence regarding the manuscript.

Manuscript Preparation

Authors are encouraged to have their manuscripts professionally edited, especially if English is not their first language. Professional editing enhances clarity and quality, although it does not guarantee acceptance. Authors are solely responsible for the costs associated with such services and for ensuring the scientific accuracy of their work.

Key Submission Guidelines

1. Conflict of Interest
   Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that could influence their work. This includes financial relationships such as employment, consultancies, stock ownership, or honoraria. Additionally, personal relationships or academic competition should also be disclosed. Any financial support for the research must be acknowledged within the manuscript.
2. Ethical Consent
   For studies involving human subjects, a statement confirming informed consent and approval from a local ethics committee or institutional review board is mandatory. This demonstrates compliance with ethical standards and prevents duplication of research efforts.
   • For human studies: Follow guidelines like the Declaration of Helsinki.
   • For animal studies: Adhere to institutional and national guidelines such as those by the NIH for animal care.
3. Ethical Standards
   The Saudi Medical Journal upholds high ethical standards, adhering to international guidelines from organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the Office of Research Integrity (ORI). Any suspected ethical misconduct will be thoroughly investigated.

Submission Checklist

Authors should ensure the following components are included in their manuscripts:

• Title Page: Include the full title in Arabic and English, author names with highest degrees, affiliations, and a short running title.
• Abstract: Provide a concise summary of the study.
• Main Text: Structure into introduction, methods, results, and discussion sections.
• Conflict of Interest Statement: Clearly disclose any financial or personal conflicts.
• Ethical Consent Statement: Include confirmation of ethical approval and informed consent.
• References: Properly formatted citations supporting the research.
• Figures and Tables: Submit high-quality figures and tables as supplementary materials, if applicable.

Conclusion

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