Submission Guidelines
Mega Journal of Oncology – Manuscript Submission Guidelines
Overview: Mega Journal of Oncology is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal publishing high-quality research, review articles, case reports, clinical images, and videos in the field of oncology. It aims to provide a platform for sharing knowledge, discoveries, and advancements in cancer research and treatment.
Manuscript Submission Requirements
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Submission Format:
- Manuscripts must be submitted in document (Word) or PDF format only.
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Cover Letter:
- A cover letter should accompany your manuscript. It should briefly explain the significance of your study and confirm that the manuscript is an original submission and not under consideration by any other journal.
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Title Page:
- The title of the article.
- Full names and affiliations of all authors.
- Corresponding author’s details (name, email, phone number, and address).
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Abstract:
- A brief summary of the article between 150-250 words.
- Avoid including tables, figures, and references in the abstract.
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Main Article:
- Introduction: A concise introduction to the study.
- Materials and Methods: Detailed description of the research methodology.
- Results: The findings of your study.
- Discussion: Interpretation of your results, comparison with existing research, and implications.
- Conclusion: A brief summary of your findings.
- Acknowledgements and Funding: Recognition of individuals or organizations that assisted with the study or provided funding.
- Figures, Tables, and Graphs: Please submit tables in text format (not image format) and figures in JPEG, JPG, or PNG formats.
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References:
- List all references cited in your manuscript. Ensure all citations are properly formatted according to the journal’s citation style.
Article Types and Word Limits
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Research (Original) Articles:
- Word limit: 2500-3500 words.
- No limit on figures, tables, and references.
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Review Articles:
- Word limit: 3000-4000 words.
- No limit on figures, tables, and references.
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Case Reports/Series/Blogs/Videos:
- Word limit: 1000-2500 words.
- No limit on figures, tables, and references.
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Clinical Images:
- Word limit: 250-750 words.
- No limit on figures, tables, and references.
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Editorials:
- Word limit: 900-1300 words.
- No limit on figures, tables, and references.
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Letters to the Editors:
- Word limit: 300-500 words.
- No limit on figures, tables, and references.
Important Notes:
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Plagiarism & Duplication: All manuscripts are screened for plagiarism. Authors must ensure their work is original, and if they cite others’ work, appropriate references must be given.
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Article Processing Charges (APC): Mega Journal of Oncology is a Gold Open Access journal, and authors will incur an APC after acceptance. The charge for publication ranges from 2650-4200 USD, depending on article type, availability of funding, and the country’s income status.
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Manuscript Withdrawal: If an author wishes to withdraw a manuscript after submission, there is no penalty. However, if the manuscript is withdrawn after being assigned for pre-review or publication, a withdrawal penalty applies.
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Refund Policy: Once an article is accepted, no refunds will be provided for the APC as it is used for the publication process.
Publication Ethics
Mega Journal of Oncology adheres to the COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) guidelines and follows high ethical standards for publishing. It is essential that all manuscripts are:
- Scientifically sound.
- Free from bias.
- Respectful of confidentiality.
- Ensure proper citation for any work or data used from others.
Reprints
Reprints of published articles are available and will be provided within 10-20 days of publication.
How to Submit Your Manuscript
Submit your manuscript via the journal’s submission portal or via email to the editorial office. Ensure that your submission complies with all formatting and submission guidelines.
Mega Journal of Oncology provides an essential platform for researchers in the oncology field to share their work globally. We strive for excellence in research and publication to support advancements in cancer diagnosis, treatment, and care.