Submission Guidelines and Manuscript Preparation
Authors submitting manuscripts to the Journal of Radiology and Oncology (JRO) must adhere to the following submission and formatting guidelines to ensure smooth review and publication. Submissions that fail to comply may be returned to authors for correction before peer review.
Online Submission System
- All manuscripts must be submitted via JRO’s online submission portal.
- Authors must create an account, complete the submission checklist, and upload all required files.
- Supplementary files (datasets, videos, appendices) can be uploaded during submission.
File Requirements
- Main text in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX format.
- Figures in TIFF, JPEG, or PNG with resolution ≥300 dpi.
- Tables submitted within the manuscript or as separate editable files.
- Supplementary materials (datasets, multimedia) uploaded separately.
Manuscript Organization
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Title Page | Full title, author list, affiliations, corresponding author details, ORCID IDs. |
| Abstract | Structured, 250–300 words: Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion. |
| Keywords | 3–6 keywords using standardized terms (MeSH where applicable). |
| Main Body | Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion. |
| References | Numbered in Vancouver style. |
| Figures & Tables | High-quality, labeled, with legends; cited in-text sequentially. |
| Acknowledgments | Funding, contributions, ethical approvals. |
Formatting Rules
- Use Times New Roman, 12 pt, double-spacing.
- Include continuous line numbering for peer review.
- References must be cited in-text numerically in brackets [1].
- Figures and tables must include descriptive captions.
Ethical Compliance
- Authors must confirm IRB/IACUC approvals for human/animal studies.
- Informed consent must be obtained for studies involving human participants.
- Clinical trials must be registered in recognized registries (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov).
Cover Letter
A cover letter must accompany the submission, stating:
- Novelty and significance of the work.
- Confirmation that the work has not been submitted elsewhere.
- Conflict of interest and funding disclosures.
Tip for Authors: Following the manuscript preparation checklist increases the chances of rapid review and acceptance.
FAQs
What is the word limit for submissions?
Original research: 4000–6000 words; Reviews: up to 8000; Case Reports: 1500–2500.
Do I need to anonymize my manuscript?
Yes. For double-blind peer review, all identifying information must be removed from the main text.
How should references be formatted?
References should follow Vancouver style with numbered citations in order of appearance.