Instruction for Authors

 

Introduction

Minna International Journal of Science & Technology (MIJOST) is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research articles, review papers, and case studies in the fields of science and technology. This guideline outlines the submission requirements, manuscript preparation, and publication policies for authors.

Submission Requirements

  1. Originality: Manuscripts must be original and not have been published or submitted for publication elsewhere.
  1. Language: Manuscripts must be written in English.
  2. Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 20 pages, including references, tables, and figures.
  3. File Format: Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.

 Manuscript Preparation

  1. Journal Style: MIJOST uses the APA (American Psychological Association) style for formatting and referencing.
  2. Font: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, with double spacing.
  3. Margins: Leave 1-inch margins on all sides (top, bottom, left, and right).
  4. Title Page: Include the title, authors' names, affiliations, and contact information.
  5. Abstract: Provide a concise abstract (not exceeding 250 words) summarizing the manuscript.
  6. Keywords: List 3-5 keywords relevant to the manuscript.
  7. Headings: Use headings (e.g., Introduction, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion) to organize the manuscript.
  8. Tables and Figures: Include tables and figures in the manuscript, with clear captions and references.
  9. References: List references in APA style, with a minimum of 10 references.

Submission Channels

Authors can submit their manuscripts through two online channels:

1. MIJOST Website: Visit our website https://journals.coeminna.edu.ng and register as an author to submit your manuscript.

2. MIJOST Email: Send your manuscript as an attachment to email: mijostcoeminna@gmail.com

Peer-Review Process

All submitted manuscripts will undergo a rigorous peer-review process, which involves:

  1. Initial Review: The editorial team reviews the manuscript for originality, relevance, and adherence to journal guidelines.
  2. Peer Review: The manuscript is sent to at least two reviewers for evaluation.
  3. Revision and Resubmission: Authors may be required to revise and resubmit their manuscript based on reviewer feedback.

 Publication Policies

  1. Copyright: Authors retain copyright of their work, but grant MIJOST the right to publish and distribute the manuscript.
  2. Open Access: MIJOST is an open-access journal, making all published manuscripts freely available online.
  3. Plagiarism: MIJOST uses plagiarism detection software to ensure the originality of submitted manuscripts.

Contact Information

For inquiries, please contact the MIJOST editorial team at e-mail:mijostcoeminna@gmail.com.

Note

By submitting a manuscript to MIJOST, authors acknowledge that they have read and agreed to these guidelines.