Author Guidelines for Paper Submission | GJRLS

📝 GJRLS Manuscript Preparation and Submission Guidelines

Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) welcomes original, high-quality research contributions in Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Plant Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Health Sciences, Agriculture, and related interdisciplinary fields. These GJRLS Author Guidelines provide authors with essential instructions for preparing and submitting manuscripts for editorial assessment, peer review, and publication.

Authors are strongly encouraged to read these manuscript submission guidelines carefully before submitting their papers. Following the required manuscript format and submission procedures helps ensure efficient editorial screening, peer review, publication ethics compliance, and timely processing of accepted manuscripts.

🎯 Aim and Scope of GJRLS

Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to publishing original research and scholarly contributions across the broad field of life sciences and related biological disciplines.

GJRLS provides a global platform for researchers, academicians, scientists, biologists, biotechnologists, healthcare professionals, environmental researchers, students, and research scholars to communicate scientific findings, experimental results, theoretical developments, and applied research in life sciences.

The journal welcomes manuscripts covering, but not limited to, the following areas:

• Biological Sciences, Botany, Zoology, Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Biodiversity, Ecology, Ethology, Marine Biology, Aquatic Biology and related biological disciplines
• Molecular and Cellular Sciences, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Proteomics, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Cell and Tissue Science
• Microbiology and Related Sciences, Bacteriology, Virology, Mycology, Parasitology, Immunology, Microbial Biotechnology, Industrial Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology and Applied Microbiology
• Plant and Agricultural Sciences, Plant Physiology, Plant Pathology, Plant Biotechnology, Crop Sciences, Horticulture, Agricultural Biology, Soil Biology and Plant-Microbe Interactions
• Environmental and Ecological Sciences, Environmental Biology, Conservation Biology, Climate and Environmental Research, Natural Resources, Biodiversity Conservation, Environmental Biotechnology and Ecotoxicology
• Biomedical and Health-Related Life Sciences, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Nutrition, Public Health, Biomedical Research and interdisciplinary health sciences

GJRLS particularly encourages interdisciplinary research connecting Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Environmental Sciences, Agriculture, Biomedical Sciences, and other related areas of Life Sciences. For more details read full Aims and Scope of GJRLS.

📚 Types of Manuscripts Accepted at GJRLS

GJRLS accepts different types of scholarly manuscripts relevant to its life sciences and interdisciplinary scope, including:

• Original Research Articles | • Review Articles | • Short Communications | • Case Studies and Case Reports | • Research Notes | • Letters to the Editor

Both experimental and theoretical research papers may be considered when they are relevant to the journal's scope and provide meaningful scientific or scholarly contributions.

📑 Manuscript Length Guidelines

Authors should prepare manuscripts that are sufficiently detailed to communicate the research clearly while avoiding unnecessary repetition.

Research Articles and Review Articles: Recommended maximum of 20 pages, including references, tables, and figures. Use 12-point font with 1.5 line spacing.

Short Communications: Recommended maximum of 10 pages, with up to 5 figures and/or tables.

Case Studies and Case Reports: Recommended maximum of 10 pages, with up to 5 figures and/or tables.

Research Notes: Authors should present concise research findings while providing sufficient methodological and scientific information for evaluation.

📝 Manuscript Preparation

Formatting Requirements

Manuscripts submitted to GJRLS should follow the formatting requirements below:

• Paper size: A4
• Margins: 1 inch on all sides
• Font: Times New Roman
• Font size: 12 pt
• Line spacing: 1.5
• Alignment: Justified
• Page numbering: Bottom right
• Line numbering: Continuous throughout the manuscript

Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

📋 Structure of the Manuscript

1. Title Page

The title page should contain the following information:

• Clear and concise manuscript title
• Full names of all authors
• Institutional affiliations and complete addresses, including country
• Superscript letters linking authors to their affiliations
• Corresponding author clearly identified
• Complete correspondence details for the corresponding author
• Email addresses of the authors where applicable

2. Abstract and Keywords

Abstract

• Maximum recommended length: 250 words
• Should be self-contained and informative
• Should clearly communicate the research objective, methodology, major findings, and conclusion
• Should generally avoid citations and references
• Abbreviations should be defined at first use

Graphical Abstract

A graphical abstract may be included where it helps communicate the principal findings of the study visually.

• Minimum recommended resolution: 500 × 1250 pixels
• Recommended readable size: approximately 5 × 13 cm at 96 dpi
• Accepted formats may include JPEG, PNG, TIFF, EPS, and MS Office formats

Keywords

Authors should provide 4–6 relevant keywords immediately after the abstract. Keywords should accurately represent the subject, methodology, major concepts, or findings of the manuscript and should assist indexing and discoverability.

3. Introduction

The introduction should provide the background and context of the research, identify the relevant scientific problem or knowledge gap, and clearly state the objectives or hypotheses of the study. Avoid unnecessary or excessively broad literature discussion.

4. Materials and Methods

The Materials and Methods section should provide sufficient information to allow the research to be evaluated and, where appropriate, reproduced by other researchers. Include relevant materials, instruments, experimental procedures, study design, specialized chemicals or biological materials where applicable, and statistical methods.

Where applicable, authors should provide information regarding ethical approval, informed consent, animal welfare, clinical registration, biosafety requirements, or other relevant ethical requirements.

5. Results and Discussion

Results should be presented clearly and logically using appropriate text, tables, and figures. The discussion should interpret the findings, explain their significance, and relate the results to relevant previous research.

• Tables and figures should be cited consecutively in the manuscript.
• Tables and figures should be placed close to the relevant text where practical.
• Figures should generally have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi.
• Data should not be unnecessarily duplicated between the main text, tables, and figures.

6. Conclusion

The conclusion should summarize the principal findings and explain their scientific or practical significance without simply repeating the abstract.

7. Acknowledgements

Authors may acknowledge funding agencies, institutional support, technical assistance, laboratory assistance, or individuals who contributed to the research but do not qualify for authorship.

8. Conflict of Interest

All authors should disclose relevant financial or non-financial conflicts of interest. Where no conflict exists, authors should provide an appropriate declaration stating that there are no conflicts of interest.

9. Ethical Statements

Where applicable, manuscripts should include statements regarding ethical approval, informed consent, animal experimentation, human participant research, clinical research, or other relevant ethical considerations.

10. References

References should be accurate, complete, and consistently formatted. Authors should ensure that all references cited in the manuscript are included in the reference list and that all listed references are cited in the text.

Authors should follow the Vancouver referencing style, with references numbered in the order in which they are first cited in the manuscript.

📊 Tables and Figures

• Tables and figures should be placed close to the relevant text where practical.
• Tables should be clearly organized and appropriately titled.
• Avoid unnecessary vertical lines and shading in tables.
• Figures should generally have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi.
• Figure captions should appear below the corresponding figures.
• Tables should have appropriate titles or headings.
• All tables and figures must be cited in the manuscript.
• Authors should ensure that figures, photographs, diagrams, and other visual materials do not violate copyright or other intellectual property rights.

🧬 Scientific Nomenclature, Abbreviations and Units

Authors preparing manuscripts for Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) should use recognized scientific terminology and standard nomenclature appropriate to their field of research.

Standard abbreviations should be used throughout the manuscript. Non-standard abbreviations should be kept to a minimum and should be defined at their first occurrence in the text.

Authors should use the International System of Units (SI) for scientific and laboratory measurements wherever applicable. Temperatures should generally be reported in degrees Celsius, and scientific symbols, units, biological names, chemical names, and other technical terminology should be presented consistently throughout the manuscript.

📚 Review Article Preparation

A Review Article should provide a clear, comprehensive, and critical overview of published research on a defined topic within the scope of the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS). Authors should synthesize relevant literature rather than simply summarize individual studies.

Recommended Structure

• Title: Clearly identify the topic and focus of the review.
• Abstract: Briefly describe the background, purpose, major themes, and conclusions of the review.
• Keywords: Provide 4–6 relevant keywords.
• Introduction: Explain the background, significance, and objectives of the review.
• Literature Search and Selection: Describe the databases, search terms, inclusion and exclusion criteria, and literature selection process where applicable.
• Main Review: Organize the literature into logical themes or subtopics and critically discuss important findings, similarities, differences, limitations, and research gaps.
• Future Perspectives: Highlight emerging trends, unresolved questions, and potential directions for future research.
• Conclusion: Summarize the major insights and overall significance of the reviewed evidence.
• References: Cite relevant and reliable sources using the required referencing style of the journal.

Authors should prioritize recent, relevant, and authoritative literature and ensure that all sources are accurately cited. A strong review article should demonstrate critical analysis, logical organization, balanced discussion, and a clear contribution to understanding the selected topic.

🩺 Writing a Case Report or Case Study

A Case Report or Case Study should present a clearly documented and scientifically relevant case, observation, biological finding, experimental application, or scientific experience that provides useful insights to researchers and professionals in the fields covered by the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS).

Recommended Structure

• Title: Provide a concise and informative title that clearly identifies the subject or focus of the case.
• Abstract: Briefly describe the background, case or study, key findings, and conclusion.
• Keywords: Provide 4–6 relevant keywords.
• Introduction: Explain the background, significance, and reason for reporting the case or study.
• Case Presentation / Case Description: Present the relevant case details, observations, procedures, experimental findings, or study context in a clear chronological or logical order.
• Investigations and Findings: Describe relevant laboratory results, diagnostic findings, experimental observations, biological observations, analytical results, or other supporting evidence where applicable.
• Discussion: Interpret the findings and compare them with relevant published literature. Explain the significance, implications, limitations, and lessons arising from the case or study.
• Conclusion: Summarize the principal findings and the main scientific or practical implications.
• Ethical Considerations: Where applicable, include ethical approval, informed consent, confidentiality, or other relevant ethical statements.
• References: Cite relevant and reliable sources using the referencing style required by the journal.

Authors should ensure that all case details are accurate, sufficiently documented, and presented without unnecessary personal or identifying information. Where a case involves human participants, identifiable information, animals, biological materials, or other ethically sensitive research, appropriate ethical requirements and consent should be addressed before submission.

A strong Case Report or Case Study should clearly explain why the case is important, what was observed or investigated, what was learned, and how the findings contribute to existing biological, environmental, biomedical, or life sciences knowledge.

📄 Writing a Short Communication

A Short Communication should present concise, original, and scientifically important findings that can be communicated effectively in a shorter format than a full-length research article. The manuscript should focus on a clearly defined research question, significant observation, preliminary finding, novel method, or important result relevant to the scope of the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS).

Recommended Structure

• Title: Provide a concise and informative title that clearly reflects the main subject or finding.
• Abstract: Briefly present the research background, objective, key methods, principal findings, and conclusion.
• Keywords: Provide 4–6 relevant keywords.
• Introduction: Briefly explain the research background, knowledge gap, and purpose of the communication.
• Materials and Methods: Describe the essential methods, materials, experimental procedures, or analytical approaches sufficiently to understand and evaluate the work.
• Results: Present the most important findings clearly and concisely using appropriate text, tables, or figures.
• Discussion: Explain the significance of the findings and relate them to relevant previous research where appropriate.
• Conclusion: State the main finding and its scientific or practical significance briefly.
• Ethical Statements: Include ethical approval, informed consent, animal welfare, or other relevant statements where applicable.
• References: Include only relevant references and follow the referencing style required by the journal.

Authors should avoid unnecessary background information, repetition, and extensive discussion. A Short Communication should emphasize novelty, clarity, scientific relevance, and concise presentation of important findings. Tables and figures should be used selectively and only when they add meaningful value to the communication.

Authors should ensure that the submitted work is original, accurately reported, appropriately referenced, and prepared according to the GJRLS Author Guidelines before submission.

🔍 Manuscript Submission Checklist

Before submitting a manuscript to GJRLS, authors are encouraged to verify the following:

• ☑ The manuscript is original and is not under consideration elsewhere.
• ☑ The manuscript falls within the scope of GJRLS.
• ☑ The title accurately represents the research.
• ☑ All authors and affiliations are correctly identified.
• ☑ The corresponding author details are complete.
• ☑ The abstract and keywords are included.
• ☑ Tables and figures are properly numbered and cited.
• ☑ Ethical approval and consent statements are included where applicable.
• ☑ Funding and conflict-of-interest declarations are provided where applicable.
• ☑ References are complete and consistently formatted.
• ☑ The manuscript follows the required formatting guidelines.
• ☑ The manuscript is saved in Microsoft Word format.
• ☑ The manuscript is ready for online submission.

⚖️ Originality and Publication Ethics Policy at GJRLS

Manuscripts submitted to GJRLS must represent original work of the author(s). A manuscript must not have been previously published and must not be simultaneously under consideration by another journal.

Authors are responsible for ensuring the originality, accuracy, integrity, and ethical conduct of their research. Manuscripts involving human participants, animals, clinical investigations, biological materials, or other regulated research should include appropriate ethical approval and consent statements where applicable.

Authors must disclose relevant conflicts of interest, funding information, and other declarations required for responsible scholarly publication. GJRLS follows an independent peer review process in which submitted manuscripts are evaluated for scientific quality, originality, relevance, clarity, and contribution to the field.

To learn more about the policies of GJRLS, please read the Journal Policies page.

👨‍⚖️ Peer Review and Publication Process of GJRLS

Manuscripts submitted to Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences undergo an initial editorial assessment before being considered for peer review. The editorial screening evaluates the manuscript's scope, originality, basic quality, presentation, and compliance with the journal's submission requirements.

Manuscripts that pass the initial assessment are subjected to an independent double blind peer review process by appropriate reviewers. Editorial decisions may include acceptance, revision, or rejection based on reviewer recommendations and the overall scientific quality of the manuscript. To learn more about the peer review process at GJRLS, please read the Editorial Screening and Peer Review Process page.

Accepted manuscripts proceed to final editorial processing and publication. GJRLS provides Crossref DOI assignment and DOI linking for published articles. To learn more about Crossref DOI assignment and DOI linking at GJRLS, please read the Crossref DOI Biology and Life Sciences Journal page.

🖊️ Proof Correction and Author Access

• Electronic proofs (MS Word version) will be sent to the corresponding author for final review.
• Only minor corrections are allowed at the proof stage.
• Authors will receive free access to the final published article, which may be downloaded and shared without restriction.

💰 Publication Charges at GJRLS

GJRLS provides an accessible publishing option for researchers worldwide, with publication charges starting from USD 20 including DOI. Authors should consult the journal's current publication charges information before submission for applicable fees and conditions.

To learn more about the low article processing charges at GJRLS, please read the Article Processing Charges (APC) page.

Publication charges, where applicable, are associated with the publication and processing of accepted manuscripts and do not guarantee acceptance. Editorial decisions are based on the quality, relevance, originality, and suitability of the submitted manuscript.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About GJRLS Author Guidelines

Find clear answers to common questions about manuscript preparation, formatting, structure, ethical requirements, references, tables and figures, and submission procedures under the GJRLS Author Guidelines. These FAQs help authors prepare their manuscripts correctly before submitting to the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS).

Q1. What are the Author Guidelines for submitting a manuscript to GJRLS?

The Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines provide instructions for manuscript preparation, formatting, structure, ethical requirements, references, tables and figures, and manuscript submission. Authors should carefully follow these guidelines before submitting their manuscript.

Q2. What are manuscript length requirements as per GJRLS Author Guidelines?

According to the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines, Research Articles and Review Articles are recommended to be a maximum of 20 pages, including references, tables, and figures. Short Communications and Case Studies are recommended to be a maximum of 10 pages.

Q3. What are manuscript formatting requirements as per GJRLS Author Guidelines?

The Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines recommend A4 paper size, 1-inch margins, Times New Roman font, 12-point font size, 1.5 line spacing, justified alignment, bottom-right page numbering, and continuous line numbering. Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

Q4. What sections should a manuscript contain according to the GJRLS Author Guidelines?

The Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines recommend a structured manuscript containing a title page, abstract and keywords, introduction, materials and methods, results and discussion, conclusion, acknowledgements, conflict of interest statement, ethical statements where applicable, and references.

Q5. What does the GJRLS Author Guidelines say about the manuscript abstract and graphical abstract?

According to the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines, the abstract should be a maximum of 250 words, self-contained, and informative. It should state the objective, methodology, key results, and conclusion. Citations should not be included in the abstract. A graphical abstract is optional and may be provided to visually summarize the study.

Q6. How many keywords should be included as per the GJRLS Author Guidelines?

The Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines recommend providing 4–6 relevant keywords immediately after the abstract. Keywords should accurately represent the main topics and concepts of the manuscript and assist indexing and discoverability.

Q7. What referencing style is to be followed according to the GJRLS Author Guidelines?

The Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines specify the Vancouver referencing style. References should be numbered according to their order of citation in the manuscript rather than arranged alphabetically.

Q8. What are requirements tables and figures according to GJRLS Author Guidelines?

According to the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines, tables and figures should be placed close to the relevant text and cited consecutively. Figures should have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi, captions should appear below figures, and authors should avoid unnecessarily duplicating information between the main text, tables, and figures.

Q9. Do the GJRLS Author Guidelines ask to include Statements on compliance with ethical standards?

Yes. The Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines require appropriate ethical statements where applicable. Manuscripts involving human participants or animals should include relevant ethical approval and informed consent statements. Authors should also disclose applicable conflicts of interest and other relevant ethical considerations.

Q10. How can I submit my manuscript according to the GJRLS Author Guidelines?

According to the Global Journal of Research in Life Sciences (GJRLS) Author Guidelines, authors can submit manuscripts through the journal's online manuscript submission system. Authors should ensure that their manuscript follows the guidelines before submission. For submission-related communication and editorial queries, authors may contact the GJRLS editorial office at editor-gjrls@gsjournals.com.