Submissions

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
This submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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Privacy Statement

At Scientific Thought Journal (Sci. Thought J.), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our authors, readers, and all visitors to our website. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information in accordance with best practices and applicable data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that is voluntarily provided to us by our users. This may include:

Authors: Information required for manuscript submission, including name, email address, institutional affiliation, ORCID iD, and other contact details.
Readers: Information related to user registration (if applicable) or subscription to our newsletters, such as email addresses.
Website Visitors: Information automatically collected via cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, including IP addresses, browsing behavior, and device type.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

For Authors: To process manuscript submissions, communicate with authors during the review and publication process, and publish their accepted research in the journal.
For Readers: To provide access to published articles, send updates on new issues or publications (if subscribed), and improve user experience on our platform.
For Website Visitors: To improve the functionality of our website, analyze trends, and optimize content delivery based on visitor preferences.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Reviewers: For manuscript submission and review, authors may need to provide their personal information (name and email) to potential reviewers. This information is used solely for the purpose of peer review.
With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in the operation of our journal, such as hosting, analytics, and email services, provided they comply with appropriate data protection standards.
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to comply with legal processes, we may disclose your information to authorities.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect the confidentiality and integrity of the personal information we collect. These precautions include implementing technical and organizational measures such as secure servers, encryption, and access controls. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to protect your information to the best of our ability.

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7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, including compliance with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our agreements. Once the information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Statement

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