Instructions to Authors

  1. Scope of the Journal

NextGen Chemical Discoveries publishes original research articles, short communications, and review articles in all areas of chemical sciences, including but not limited to synthetic chemistry, materials chemistry, analytical methods, computational chemistry, chemical biology, and interdisciplinary topics with strong chemical relevance.

  1. Manuscript Preparation

2.1 General Formatting

  • Manuscripts must be prepared in English.
  • Use Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) format.
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12 pt.
  • Double-spaced text throughout, including references, tables, and figure captions.
  • A4 size paper with 2 cm margins on all sides.
  1. Manuscript Structure

3.1 Title Page

Include:

  • Title of the paper — concise and informative (14 pt, bold, centered).
  • Author names (full first name, middle initial(s), and last name). Corresponding author indicated with an asterisk (*).
  • Affiliations: Department, institution, city, country.
  • Corresponding author email for editorial communication.

3.2 Abstract

  • A single paragraph of maximum 300 words.
  • Must summarize objectives, key results, and major conclusions.
  • Should be informative and self-contained (no citations).

3.3 Keywords

  • Provide 3–6 keywords separated by commas.
  • Avoid redundancy with the title.
  1. Main Text Sections

4.1 Introduction

  • Present background, the motivation for the work, the scope, and novelty.
  • Clearly state the objective and hypothesis or research questions.

4.2 Materials and Methods

  • Sufficiently detailed for reproducibility.
  • Include reagents, instruments, synthesis conditions, and computational or analytical methodologies.

4.3 Results and Discussion

  • Present key findings with clear narrative and logical interpretation.
  • Integrate figures and tables at appropriate locations.

4.4 Conclusion

  • Summarize the main contributions and scientific impact.

4.5 Acknowledgments

  • List funding sources, technical assistance, and institutional support.
  1. Figures and Tables
  • Number consecutively in the order of appearance.
  • Provide captions that allow independent interpretation.
  1. Reference Style — Vancouver Format

Citations in text must be numbered consecutively in order of first mention, enclosed in square brackets, e.g., “Recent methods show enhanced yields [1].”

References must be listed at the end of the manuscript in numeric order, corresponding to citation order in the text. Use the Vancouver style format:

Examples

Journal Article:

Smith JJ, Lee H, Kumar V. Catalytic conversion of biomass-derived chemicals to value-added products. Chem Eng J. 2024;410:138257.

Book:

Carey FA, Sundberg RJ. Advanced Organic Chemistry. 5th ed. New York: Springer; 2007.

Book Chapter:

Brown P, Green T. Photocatalysis in sustainable chemistry. In: Li X, editor. Sustainable Catalysis. Elsevier; 2021. p. 101-30.

Website / Online Resource:

World Health Organization. Chemical safety guidelines. https://www.who.int/teams/environment-climate-change-and-health/chemical-safety. Accessed 10 Nov 2025.

  1. Ethics and Reporting Standards
  • Manuscripts must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
  • Authors must disclose conflicts of interest and funding sources.
  • Plagiarism or duplicate publication is strictly prohibited.
  1. Submission Instructions
  • Submit manuscripts via the NextGen Chemical Discoveries online portal or by email to the editorial office.
  • Include a cover letter indicating the contribution and scope.
  • Upon acceptance, authors may be required to pay Article Processing Charges (APCs) consistent with journal policy.
  1. Review Process
  • Manuscripts undergo initial editorial screening followed by peer review.
  • Reviewers may suggest revisions and final acceptance is at the discretion of the Editors-in-Chief.
  1. Contact

For queries regarding submission guidelines or editorial matters, please contact:

Email: editor@novalexpress.com