A complete report on original research and/or clinical studies
A structured abstract is required.
A clear structure is required, which should contain but not confined to the following sections:
• Introduction
• Material and methods
• Results
• Discussion
• Conclusions
• Authors' contribution (For details please visit the link)
• Ethic statement
• COI
• (acknowledgments/clarification)
• Bibliography
• Appendices (including multimedia components)
Details guide to the article structure
Review Article (Word limit: 10000)
A substantial overviews present a complete overview of the state of the art with a comprehensive bibliography, generally, also contains a table of contents. It should cover topics that have seen significant development or progress in recent years, with comprehensive depth and a balanced perspective. Review articles should NOT include unpublished material such as unpublished/original data, submitted manuscripts, or personal communication.
Editorial (Word limit: 2,500)
Generally from the (guest) editor of the publication. Can be Foreword, Editorial, Guest Editorial, Preface, etc.
Short Communication (Word limit:4,000)
Short report or announcement of research, usually claiming certain results, which present original and significant material for rapid dissemination. Short Communications are expected to have a higher than average impact on the field rather than report on incremental research.
Perspective (Word limit: 3,000)
An article presents a new and unique viewpoint on existing problems, fundamental concepts, or prevalent notions on a specific topic, propose and support a new hypothesis, or discuss the implications of a newly implemented innovation. Perspective pieces may focus on current advances and future directions on a topic and may include original data as well as personal opinion.
As a guideline, Perspective should not normally exceed 3,000 words. Perspectives allow up to 30 references; citations should be selective. Perspectives should include no more than 4 display items (figures, tables and/or boxes).
