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Author Guidelines

Guidelines for Authors

You are welcome to publish your research work with us.

It is recommended to review the About the Journal page to consult the journal's Editorial Policies, as well as the Author Guidelines.

Authors must register with the journal before publishing or, if already registered, can simply log in and begin the five-step process.

1. General Guidelines

Convergencia de las Ciencias publishes original research from diverse disciplines, prioritizing works that integrate two or more areas of knowledge to address complex problems from innovative, inter- and transdisciplinary approaches.

·       File Format: Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). The use of the official journal templates (Templates) is mandatory to expedite the review and publication process. Important: Do not alter the design, paragraph styles, fonts, margins, or heading hierarchy of the template. Its strict use is fundamental to streamlining the review and publication process. For queries regarding formats, contact: [journal email].

·       Language Quality: The journal maintains high standards of linguistic quality. Manuscripts with significant spelling, grammatical, or wording errors will not be admitted for peer review. Authors whose native language is not the language of publication (Spanish or English) are required to use a professional proofreading service prior to submission. The journal may request language correction at any stage of the process, which could delay evaluation.

Types of published articles

1. Original Research Articles: Original research articles must present unpublished findings derived from empirical, theoretical, or applied research in any area of knowledge. This includes, by way of example and not limited to: experimental or field studies, qualitative or quantitative research, technological developments, public policy analysis, social or educational interventions, computational models, and in-depth case studies.

Committed to scientific integrity, this journal welcomes the presentation of high methodological quality research that includes null, negative, or inconclusive results, re-analyses of previous works, and replication studies. We consider these contributions essential to enrich academic discourse with robust evidence, complete the research landscape, and mitigate publication bias. [Original Article Template]

2. Systematic Reviews: A review article is an academic work that collects, critically analyzes, synthesizes, and integrates published and unpublished literature on a current topic relevant to the scientific community. It must perform an exhaustive and systematic examination, detailing thematic limits, search criteria, and the bibliographic selection method. Its main objective is to evaluate the state of knowledge, identify trends and gaps, and, following a critical analysis, offer grounded conclusions and propose new guidelines for future research, thus contributing an integrating perspective and added value to the field of study. They must address a clear research question, using explicit and systematic methods to identify, select, and critically evaluate relevant literature. [Systematic Review Template]

 

3. Case Study: A Case Study must document and rigorously analyze a unique, novel, or paradigmatic instance within any field of knowledge. Its value lies in presenting detailed information about a specific entity, event, process, or situation (such as an innovative educational experience, a resolved socio-environmental conflict, a critical engineering failure, a transformative managerial decision, or an unusual pathology, treatment, or clinical manifestation) that offers significant findings, challenges assumptions, or proposes new directions for research and practice in its field. [Case Study Template]

 

4. Editorial: The editorial article is prepared by the Editorial Committee of the Convergencia de las Ciencias journal, who determine the topic and, when appropriate, invite experts for its development. Its content addresses the articles published in the same issue of the journal or develops a topic of special interest, consistent with current editorial policy. A maximum of: 2 authors, 15 references, and 1,500 words is recommended; they do not require an abstract.

Health field guidelines: As a requirement to initiate the evaluation process for research in the health field, manuscripts must follow the corresponding guidelines for each type of article found below:

• STROBE, for observational studies
• CONSORT, for clinical trials
• STARD, for diagnostic accuracy studies
• PRISMA, for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (registering the protocol in PROSPERO is suggested)
• COREQ, for qualitative studies
• CHEERS, for economic evaluations
• SAGERS, for sex and gender equity in research
• ARRIVE, for experimental studies on animals

You can find all these guidelines and useful information for presenting your articles on the EQUATOR website: https://www.equator-network.org/reporting-guidelines/

For health articles, it is also recommended to review the Declaration of Helsinki on research involving human subjects, here in its latest 2024 revision: (https://www.wma.net/es/policies-post/declaracion-de-helsinki-de-la-amm-principios-eticos-para-las-investigaciones-medicas-en-seres-humanos/)

2. Manuscript preparation

Language: Spanish or English.

Maximum length:

Table 1. Maximum length of words, tables, figures, and references according to article type.

 

Structure: Title (up to 15 words) and short title (50 characters including spaces and punctuation), structured abstract (except in Case Studies), and keywords (4-6) in Spanish and English. Introduction (with justification, theoretical framework, hypothesis, and objectives), Methodology (except in Case Studies), Results, Discussion, Conclusions, Bibliographic References. See Templates for other specifications according to each article type.

Bibliographic References format: APA Standards (7th edition). https://normas-apa.org/wp-content/uploads/Guia-Normas-APA-7ma-edicion.pdf

Figures and tables: The manuscript must contain a maximum combined total of 6 (six) figures and tables. All tables must be presented in editable format (Excel is preferred) and not as images. Each element must be inserted in its corresponding position within the text and, additionally, sent separately in its original file format (e.g., .xlsx, .tiff, .jpg, .png). Individual figure files must not exceed 10 MB, prioritizing the balance between high resolution (min. 300 DPI) and manageable file size. Ensure complete explanatory legends are included.

Title Page (Separate file)

Note: This file must be named Title Page.docx and will not be sent for peer review to preserve anonymity.

1. Article title

Full title: Concise and specific, it must accurately reflect the manuscript's content. Maximum length: 15 words. Language: Spanish (original) and English (official translation).

Short title: Abreviated version of the title (maximum 50 characters) that will appear as an identifier in the footer of the published article. Format: Font: Cambria, Size: 14 pt (main title), 12 pt (English title and short title), Alignment: Centered, Style: Bold only in main title.

2. Authors

Mandatory requirements for each author:

 

●      Full first and last names (without abbreviations).

●      ORCID number (mandatory registration; if you do not have one, create it at: https://orcid.org/register).

●      Institutional or professional email address.

●      Full institutional affiliation (department, faculty, university/institution, city, country). 

 

(Place in order based on the contribution to the realization of this manuscript. Numerical superscripts indicate the corresponding affiliation).  (In case studies, the maximum is four authors; in original and review articles, the maximum is eight authors; in editorials, the maximum allowed is two authors).

 

3. Corresponding author:

Full name and surname, email, telephone (landline/mobile), full postal address.

Peer review manuscripts (formats and instructions) 

Note: This file must not contain author names, affiliations, or identifying data. It must be named Manuscript.docx.

General document format

 

Element	Technical specification
Font	Book Antiqua
Font size	12 pt
Line spacing	Single (1.0)
Alignment	Justified
Margins	2.54 cm (standard)
Numbering	Consecutive, in the lower right corner
Length	Check limit for each article, excluding abstracts and references

 

Structure and style of sections

First-level headings:

●      Alignment: Left

●      Style: Bold

●      Font: Cambria

●      Size: 12 pt

●      No numbering

Second-level headings (if applicable):

●      Alignment: Left

●      Style: Italics

●      Font: Book Antiqua

●      Size: 12 pt

Complete Original Article Manuscript (File for peer review)

 

1. Article title (repeat) (see template)

2. Abstract

●      Maximum length: 250 words.

●      Format: Justified text, single spacing, Book Antiqua 12 pt, no italics or bold.

●      Drafting: In the third person. Past tense (except for the concluding sentence, which can be in present tense). Without abbreviations, citations, footnotes, or bibliographical references.

●      Mandatory structure (blocks differentiated by a paragraph break):

○      Introduction: Presentation of the topic, context, and justification. Maximum two sentences.

○      Objective: Central purpose of the study, hypothesis, or research questions.

○      Methodology: Approach, design, techniques, and instruments. Brief but sufficient description.

○      Results: Main findings, significant data, observed trends.

○      Discussion: Contrast with previous literature, implications of the findings.

○      Conclusions: Main contributions, relevance, and future projection.

3. Keywords: 5 to 6 terms. Alphabetical Order. Lowercase, separated by semicolons (;), without a final period.

Authorized sources (select according to disciplinary area):

Discipline	Thesaurus
Education	ERIC (https://vocabularyserver.com/tee/es/)
Health Sciences	DeCS / MeSH (https://decs.bvsalud.org/es/)
Engineering/Technology	IEEE Thesaurus (https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/)
Social sciences and humanities	UNESCO Thesaurus (https://vocabularies.unesco.org/)
Agriculture and Environmental Sciences	AGROVOC (https://agrovoc.fao.org/)

Example:

information literacy; higher education; bibliometric studies; scientific production; academic journals

4. Introduction 

Predominant verb tense: present. Minimum required content: State of the art: synthesis of relevant previous research, with citations according to APA 7th ed.  Justification: relevance, knowledge gap, social or scientific relevance. Objective(s): clearly stated, with a defined scope.

Recommendation: Close the introduction with a sentence stating the purpose of the study.

5. Methodology

Predominant verb tense: past.

Adaptable structure according to research design: Suggestion:

●      Design and approach

Type of study, scope (exploratory, descriptive, correlational, explanatory), approach (qualitative, quantitative, mixed).

●      Participants 

Population, sample, inclusion/exclusion criteria, origin. Specify sampling techniques.

●      Procedure 

Detailed and sequential description of the research phases. Must allow replicability.

●      Instruments 

Name of the instrument, author(s), validation, reliability, adaptations made. Include an item example if relevant. If modifications were made and for what purpose, etc.

●      Data analysis

Statistical or qualitative analysis techniques, software used, level of significance, coding procedures, etc.

●      Ethical aspects

Informed consent, confidentiality, ethics committee approval (when applicable).

6. Results

Format: Predominant verb tense: present.

Specific rules: Present the findings in direct correspondence with the stated objectives. Do not interpret the results or contrast them with other studies (that belongs in the Discussion). Do not repeat in the text information already contained in tables or figures; point out only the most relevant data or general trends. Avoid speculative expressions ("could indicate", "perhaps suggests").

7. Tables and figures

To facilitate reading and understanding of the text, tables and figures should be inserted within the body of the article, as close as possible to the paragraph where they are first mentioned, always leaving a blank space before and after them.

Numbering must be independent for tables and figures, using Arabic numerals consecutively (Table 1, Table 2; Figure 1, Figure 2). Table titles are placed at the top, aligned to the left, with the format "Table 1. Descriptive title".

For figures, the title goes at the bottom, also left-aligned, following the format "Figure 1. Descriptive title (n=XX). Location, year.".

Any legend, explanatory note, or source (in case the material is not self-authored) must be included below the table or figure in 12-point size.

Finally, it is recommended not to exceed a total of 6 tables and figures per article.

8. Discussion

It must be written using present tense for general statements and past tense for the actions of the study.

The discussion opens with a sentence that revisits the main objective, followed by a summary of key findings without repeating results. Then it is contrasted with the literature: coincidences are explained to confirm previous studies, and discrepancies are explained based on methodological or contextual differences. The original contribution of the study is highlighted, its strengths—such as design or ecological validity—and limitations, such as biases or scope of generalization. Finally, implications for practice or future research are addressed, avoiding unsupported speculations, weak conditionals, or literal repetition of results.

9. Conclusions 

The conclusion is presented predominantly written in past tense. It offers a direct response to the stated objective, exposing what was demonstrated or found with the study. Next, the main contribution of the work is summarized, explaining in what specific way its results represent an advance for the field of knowledge. Lastly, concrete recommendations are formulated, either for the practical application of findings or as grounded suggestions for future research lines, always avoiding generalizations unsupported by data or the inclusion of new information not previously discussed in the text.

10. Acknowledgments (optional)

Acknowledgments are presented in a clear, sober, and professional style. This section recognizes people who contributed intellectually to the work but do not meet the criteria for authorship, as well as the technical, administrative, or logistical support received during the development of the research. It also includes recognition of funding institutions if there is no specific section to declare funding sources.

11. Conflict of interest

The declaration of conflicts of interest is presented as a mandatory element within the manuscript. If there is no conflict associated with the research, authorship, or publication of the article, authors must explicitly declare: "The authors declare no conflict of interest related to the research, authorship, or publication of this article". On the contrary, if there is any relationship that could be perceived as a potential conflict, it must be specified transparently, using a model such as: "[Author's name] declares having received funding from [entity] to conduct this study. The other authors declare no conflict of interest".

12. Financing

The funding sources section must detail the full name of the funding entity or entities, the reference numbers of the project or contract, and the type of support received, whether a scholarship, grant, or donation. If the research has received funding, the following drafting model should be used: "This research was funded by [entity] through project [code], awarded to [author/principal investigator]". Conversely, if the study has not received any kind of funding, it must be stated: "This study has not received funding from any public or private entity".

13. References

Bibliographic references must be presented in Book Antiqua 12 pt format, single-spaced, with a hanging indent of 1.25 cm, organized in strict alphabetical order by the first author's last name, and following the American Psychological Association (APA) guidelines in its seventh edition. It is recommended that at least 70% of the references correspond to publications from the last five years, a condition that does not apply to systematic reviews or historical studies. Regarding quantity, empirical studies should include between 20 and 40 references, while case reports should contain between 10 and 20 references. To facilitate the management and correct formatting of citations, the use of bibliographic managers such as Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote is recommended.

Complete Case Study Manuscript (File for peer review)

Full title of the article (see template)

1. Abstract

The abstract, with a maximum length of 150 words, is written in a single paragraph (unstructured) in the third person, using the past tense except for the concluding sentence which can be in the present. In it, the topic and context of the case are presented, its relevance is justified, and the objective of its presentation is specified. The case, procedure, or technique used is briefly described, highlighting the novelty or contribution that justifies its publication. Finally, the main findings or outcome are synthesized, and it concludes with the contribution this case provides to the field of knowledge, all without including abbreviations, citations, footnotes, or bibliographical references.

2. Keywords: 5 to 6 terms. Alphabetical Order. Lowercase, separated by semicolons (;), without a final period.

3. Introduction

The introduction is written in present tense and aims to contextualize the reader on the clinical or scientific relevance of the topic. It starts from a synthesis of the state of the art, paying special attention to the frequency, rarity, or particularity of the case presented, with citations according to APA 7th edition guidelines (Last name, year). Next, the particular importance of the case is justified, whether due to its rarity, an atypical presentation, an unusual complication, or a therapeutic innovation, as would be the case in health, for example. Finally, the purpose of the case presentation is clearly stated, which will guide the development of the manuscript.

4.1. Case presentation (if health-related)

Patient information is presented completely anonymized, including age, sex, and origin, without using initials, names, medical record numbers, or exact dates. The reason for consultation, relevant personal and family history, as well as the current illness with a precise chronology of events are detailed. It is mandatory to have the informed consent signed by the patient, which must be attached as a supplementary file.

Only findings pertinent to the case are described, including relevant physical examination results, significant laboratory test values, description of imaging studies, and any other complementary study performed. The information presented must be strictly necessary to support the diagnosis and the conduct adopted. The diagnostic reasoning that led to the initial suspicions, as well as the differential diagnosis considered, is exposed. The definitive diagnosis is presented, including standardized Western medical terminology. If systems like Traditional Chinese Medicine are used, this must be complemented with the diagnosis in Western terms.

A detailed description of the treatment or procedure performed is provided, specifying dose, route, frequency, and duration when applicable. Technical details should be sufficient to allow replicability of the procedure. If it is an unconventional treatment, its rationale and methodology are exhaustively described.

The patient's clinical evolution is detailed chronologically, presenting short, medium, and long-term results. Whenever possible, an objective measurement of results using validated scales is included. Possible adverse reactions or complications that arose, as well as the patient's current status, are reported.

To facilitate the understanding of the case, tables and figures must be inserted within the body of the article, as close as possible to the paragraph where they are first mentioned, leaving a blank space before and after them. Numbering is consecutive and independent for tables (Table 1, Table 2...) and figures (Figure 1, Figure 2...). Table titles are placed at the top, aligned to the left, with the format "Table 1. Descriptive title". For figures, the title goes at the bottom, also left-aligned, following the format "Figure 1. Descriptive title (n=XX). Location, year.". Any legend, explanatory note, or source must be included below the table or figure in 12-point size, and it is recommended not to exceed a total of 5 tables and figures per article.

4.2 Case presentation (if not health-related)

The contextual information of the unit of analysis is presented completely anonymized, specifying its nature (company, organization, community, program, or institution), general geographic location, and the study period, without using real names, trademarks, or data that allow direct identification. Relevant background of the entity or social context is described, including its trajectory, structural characteristics, and the environment in which it operates. Next, the problematic situation or phenomenon of interest motivating the study is detailed, exposing the key facts in chronological order to understand their evolution. It is mandatory to have the institutional authorizations or informed consents relevant for the use of the information, which must be attached as supplementary files when applicable.

5. Discussion

The discussion is written using present tense for general statements and their implications, and past tense for the specific actions of the case. It opens with a sentence recalling the objective and presenting a synthesis of the case. Next, the findings are contrasted with previous literature, explaining the coincidences with what has been reported and analyzing the discrepancies to offer a grounded explanation for the differences. The original contribution of the case is highlighted, making explicit the lesson that can be drawn and its contribution to existing knowledge. The study's strengths, such as the rarity of the case or the exhaustiveness of the documentation, are listed, as well as its limitations, inherent to the design. Finally, implications of the findings for clinical practice, future research, or teaching are addressed, avoiding speculative expressions and literal repetition of results.

 

6.   Conclusions

 

The conclusions, written in past tense, offer a direct response to the stated objective, demonstrating what was achieved with the presentation of this case. The main contribution of the work is synthesized, explaining how these findings represent an advance for the field of knowledge. Lastly, concrete recommendations are formulated for clinical practice or future research, as well as aspects to consider in similar cases, avoiding including new information not previously discussed or making unjustified extrapolations.

7. Acknowledgments (optional)

Acknowledgments are presented in a clear, sober, and professional style. This section recognizes people who contributed intellectually to the work but do not meet the criteria to be considered authors, as well as the technical, administrative, or logistical support received. Recognition of funding institutions is also included if there is no specific section for it.

 

8.   Conflict of interest

 

The declaration of conflicts of interest is a mandatory element. If there is no conflict associated with the research, authorship, or publication of the article, authors must explicitly declare: "The authors declare no conflict of interest related to the research, authorship, or publication of this article". On the contrary, if there is any relationship that could be perceived as a potential conflict, it must be specified transparently, using a model such as: "[Author's name] declares having received funding from [entity] to conduct this study. The other authors declare no conflict of interest".

 

9.   Financing

 

The funding sources section must detail the full name of the funding entity or entities, the reference numbers of the project or contract, and the type of support received, whether a scholarship, grant, or donation. If the research has received funding, the following drafting model should be used: "This research was funded by [entity] through project [code], awarded to [author/principal investigator]". Conversely, if the study has not received any kind of funding, it must be stated: "This study has not received funding from any public or private entity".

 

10.  References

 

Bibliographic references must be presented in Book Antiqua 12 pt format, single-spaced (like the rest of the text), and with a hanging indent of 1.25 cm. They must be organized in strict alphabetical order according to the first author's last name, following the guidelines of the American Psychological Association (APA) in its seventh edition. It is recommended that at least 70% of the references correspond to publications from the last five years, a condition that does not apply to necessary historical or contextual references. For a case study, an average of 15 references is recommended, ranging between 10 and 20. To facilitate the management and correct formatting of citations, the use of bibliographic managers such as Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote is recommended.

 

Review Manuscript (File for peer review)

General document format

The full manuscript is presented in Book Antiqua 12 pt font, single-spaced (1.0), and justified alignment. Margins should be 2.54 cm (standard), and pages must be numbered consecutively in the bottom right corner. First-level subheadings are left-aligned in bold, and second-level subheadings, when applicable, in italics, always maintaining the same font and size.

Full article title (see review article template)

The full title of the article is placed at the beginning, centered, in Book Antiqua 12 pt bold, without including authors' names. Next, the title in English is presented, also centered and in italics.

1.     Abstract

 

The abstract, with a maximum length of 250 words, is written in the third person, using the past tense except for the concluding sentence which can be in the present, and must be clear and descriptive, without abbreviations, cross-references to the main text, footnotes, or bibliographical references. It is presented as a structured abstract, differentiating each block with a paragraph break. The introduction presents the topic, problem, or context in a maximum of two sentences. The objective exposes the central purpose of the study, its scope, and the hypotheses or research questions. The methodology briefly describes the approach, method, and data collection and analysis techniques used. The results highlight the main findings, trends, patterns, or significant data. The discussion contrasts the findings with previous studies, pointing out similarities or divergences and analyzing their implications. Finally, the conclusions present the most outstanding contributions, their importance in the field, and suggestions for future research.

 

2.     Keywords

 

Between 5 and 6 terms must be included in alphabetical order, written in lowercase, separated by semicolons (;), and without a final period. Keywords must be selected from thesauri and specialized databases according to the disciplinary area: for Education, the ERIC thesaurus is recommended; for Health Sciences, DeCS or MeSH; for Engineering and Technology, the IEEE Thesaurus; for Social Sciences and Humanities, the UNESCO Thesaurus; and for Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, AGROVOC.

 

3.     Introduction

 

The introduction is written in present tense and aims to present the study topic, its relevance, and the context framing it. A synthesis of the state of the art is carried out, mentioning the most relevant previous research and the contributions of other authors in the area, with citations according to APA 7th edition guidelines (Last name, year). Next, the justification of the work is presented, highlighting the need and relevance of conducting the review, as well as the knowledge gap intended to be addressed. Finally, the research objective(s) are clearly defined and described, emphasizing their importance and scope, and it is recommended to close the section by explicitly stating the purpose of the study.

 

4.     Methodology

 

The methodology is written in past tense and must describe clearly and descriptively the procedure used for locating, selecting, analyzing, and validating the consulted sources, to allow replicability of the study. The bibliographic search strategy must be documented, specifying the search terms used, the names of consulted databases, the search date, and the initial number of articles found. Selection criteria, aligned with the objectives and research question, must clearly define the study inclusion and exclusion criteria, as well as the applied methodological quality criteria. The information retrieval process and the documentary sources consulted are described, along with the method used to evaluate the variability, reliability, and validity of selected articles. Finally, the statistical techniques or analysis tools, whether qualitative or quantitative, used to process data obtained from the sources are detailed.

 

5.     Results

 

Results are presented in present tense and must correspond directly with the stated objectives. In this section, the analysis of the findings obtained from the review is presented, integrating the theoretical contribution of the original sources that validates the relevance and scope of the article. All relevant findings must be mentioned with sufficient detail to justify subsequent conclusions. For clear presentation, the author can organize information using subheadings, use tables to summarize complex information, or employ figures and schemas to illustrate concepts or trends, drawing the pertinent conclusions. Statistical data must be expressed with clear, simple, and concrete interpretations and conclusions. Avoid using ambiguous phrases or weak conditionals, do not repeat in the text information already contained in tables or figures, and refrain from interpreting the results, as this belongs in the discussion.

Tables and figures

To facilitate reading and understanding of the text, tables and figures should be inserted within the body of the article, as close as possible to the paragraph where they are first mentioned, leaving a blank space before and after them. Numbering must be independent for tables and figures, using Arabic numerals consecutively (Table 1, Table 2; Figure 1, Figure 2). Table titles are placed at the top, aligned to the left, with the format "Table 1. Descriptive title". For figures, the title goes at the bottom, also left-aligned, following the format "Figure 1. Descriptive title (n=XX). Location, year.". Any legend, explanatory note, or source, if the material is not self-authored, must be included below the table or figure in 12-point size. It is recommended not to exceed a total of 6 tables and figures per article.

6.      Discussion

The discussion is written using present tense for general statements, implications of the findings, and critical argumentation, and past tense to refer to specific actions of the study or methodology employed. It begins by revisiting the main objective of the study, for example, "In this work, we analyzed...", and then explains the main findings and their importance, showing the author's scientific thinking beyond mere comparison. Primary sources consulted must be characterized and a comparative analysis established that identifies successes and errors among the theories exposed. It is essential to critically analyze findings in light of previous studies, pointing out both similarities and discrepancies, and offering grounded explanations based on methodological or contextual differences for the latter. Strengths and limitations of the review study are presented, discussing the most notable details of reviewed articles, such as designs, biases, and results. The section should close with a concise summary of the most relevant conclusions and their potential impact on the field of study, maintaining an objective and precise tone, avoiding speculative expressions, and using solidly evidence-supported statements.

7.     Conclusions

 

Conclusions are written in past tense and offer a rigorous closure that faithfully reflects what was achieved in the research. The consequences drawn from the review are presented, demonstrating the fulfillment of the stated objective and offering a direct response to it. It must be indicated how the work contributes to or represents an advance in the field and object of study. Finally, concrete recommendations are formulated, proposing new hypotheses, practical uses, and future research lines, avoiding any extrapolation beyond what the obtained data allow.

 

8.     Acknowledgments (optional)

 

Acknowledgments, optional in nature, are presented in a clear, sober, and professional style. This section recognizes people who contributed intellectually to the work but do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the technical, administrative, or logistical support received during the research development. Recognition of funding institutions is also included if a specific section to declare funding sources does not exist.

 

9.     Conflict of interest

 

The declaration of conflicts of interest is a mandatory element within the manuscript. If there is no conflict associated with the research, authorship, or publication of the article, authors must explicitly declare: "The authors declare no conflict of interest related to the research, authorship, or publication of this article". Conversely, if there is any relationship that could be perceived as a potential conflict, it must be specified transparently, using a model like: "[Author's name] declares having received funding from [entity] to conduct this study. The other authors declare no conflict of interest".

 

10.  Financing

 

The funding sources section is mandatory and must detail the full name of the funding entity or entities, project or contract reference numbers, and the type of support received, whether a scholarship, grant, or donation. If the research has received funding, the following drafting model must be used: "This research was funded by [entity] through project [code], awarded to [author/principal investigator]". On the contrary, if the study has not received any kind of funding, it must declare: "This study has not received funding from any public or private entity".

 

11.  References

 

Bibliographic references must be presented in Book Antiqua 12 pt format, single-spaced, with a hanging indent of 1.25 cm. They must be organized in strict alphabetical order by the first author's last name, following the guidelines of the American Psychological Association (APA) in its seventh edition. In the text, citations are indicated in the "last name, year" format in parentheses, for example, (Aguilar, 2025), and text quotes must go in quotation marks, indicating the page in parentheses. In the final list, only sources cited in the text will be included. For review articles, a strict currency restriction does not apply, since the temporal range must be broad due to the nature of the study. Regarding quantity, a fixed number is not specified for review articles, but comprehensive coverage that adequately supports the analysis is recommended. To facilitate management and correct formatting of citations, the use of bibliographic managers like Zotero, Mendeley, or EndNote is recommended.

Templates: Download the template corresponding to your article type:

1. Original Article Template
2. Case Study Template
3. Systematic Review Template
4. Conflict of Interest Declaration (duly completed, and signed by all authors)
5. Informed Consent (for studies with participants)
6. Author Submission and Authorship Responsibility Form (CRediT) (duly completed and signed by the corresponding author)

3. Submission Process

Manuscripts are submitted exclusively through the OJS platform. Authors must include a cover letter explicitly explaining the interdisciplinary contribution of the work. The process includes double-blind peer review, with an estimated response time of 12 weeks.

4. Open Access Policy

The journal operates under the Gold Open Access model. Accepted articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. See Author Rights in Editorial Policies.

5. Key recommendations for interdisciplinary or transdisciplinary manuscripts

Articles that integrate perspectives from multiple disciplines must meet the following criteria to guarantee their clarity, solidity, and relevance:

• Linguistic accessibility: Avoid excessive use of jargon or disciplinary technicalities. Write so that the content is understandable to a broad academic audience without sacrificing scientific rigor.
• Foundation of integration: Explicitly and solidly justify the integration of methods, theoretical frameworks, or concepts from the different disciplines involved. Explain how this combination enriches the approach to the research problem.
• Expanded relevance: Develop not only the conclusions but also the practical, theoretical, or policy implications of your work for each of the converging fields of knowledge.
• Added value of convergence: In the discussion section, specifically highlight how the integration of approaches allows for solving problems, filling gaps, or generating new knowledge that would not be possible from a single discipline.

6. Contact

For inquiries, contact the editorial team at: [email]. Include in the subject line: "Author Query".