GUIDELINES FOR AUTHORS

These Author Guidelines establish the requirements for the preparation, formatting, and submission of manuscripts to Sapiens Evolución Científica (SEC) (ISSN: 3072-8193).

Authors are responsible for ensuring that their submissions fully comply with these instructions prior to initiating the submission process. Adherence to these guidelines facilitates editorial evaluation, improves the quality of scientific presentation, and contributes to the efficient management of the publication process.

Accepted Manuscript Types

The journal accepts the following categories of contributions:

Original Research Articles

Original Research Articles report novel findings derived from completed scientific research.

Suggested length: 3,200–7,000 words.

Recommended structure:

  • Title
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Results
  • Discussion
  • Conclusions
  • References

Systematic Reviews

Systematic Reviews provide rigorous and reproducible syntheses of the available scientific evidence on a specific topic.

Authors are encouraged to follow the PRISMA 2020 Guidelines whenever applicable.

Suggested length: 3,500–8,000 words.

Narrative Reviews and Scoping Reviews

Critical and integrative analyses of the current state of knowledge within a particular field.

Suggested length: 3,000–7,000 words.

Theoretical or Conceptual Studies

Theoretical developments, methodological proposals, analytical frameworks, or innovative conceptual models.

Suggested length: 3,000–7,000 words.

Short Communications

Preliminary findings, research updates, or specific contributions of scientific relevance.

Suggested length: 2,000–3,500 words.

Case Studies

Rigorous analyses of experiences, territories, projects, programs, policies, or interventions related to the journal’s thematic areas.

Suggested length: 3,000–5,000 words.

Publication Languages

The journal accepts manuscripts in the following languages:

  • Spanish
  • English
  • Portuguese

Authors are responsible for the linguistic quality of submitted manuscripts.

Manuscripts written in a language other than the authors’ native language should be professionally reviewed prior to submission.

Manuscript Preparation and Formatting

All manuscripts must be prepared and submitted using the official Sapiens Evolución Científica manuscript template.

Submissions that do not comply with the official journal template may be returned to the authors before the editorial evaluation process begins.

Manuscripts must be submitted in one of the following formats:

  • Microsoft Word (.doc)
  • Microsoft Word (.docx)

General Formatting Requirements

  • Font: Verdana
  • Font size: 11 pt
  • Line spacing: 1.15
  • Margins: 2.5 cm on all sides
  • Justified text alignment
  • Continuous page numbering

Authors must ensure consistency in formatting styles, headings, tables, and figures in accordance with the official journal template.

Author Information

All manuscripts must include:

  • Full name of each author
  • Primary institutional affiliation
  • City and country
  • Valid ORCID identifier
  • Institutional or academic email address
  • Identification of the corresponding author

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all submitted information is accurate and remains updated throughout the editorial process.

Title, Abstract, and Keywords

Title

The title must be clear, concise, and informative.

Titles must be provided in:

  • Spanish
  • English

Abstract

All manuscripts must include an abstract with a maximum length of 250 words.

The abstract should concisely describe:

  • Background or context
  • Objective
  • Methodology
  • Main findings
  • Conclusions

Keywords

Authors must provide between three and five keywords.

The use of controlled vocabularies, specialized thesauri, or internationally recognized terminology relevant to the subject area is encouraged.

General Manuscript Structure

The organization of the manuscript will depend on the nature of the contribution.

In general, research articles should include:

  • Introduction
  • Methodology
  • Results
  • Discussion
  • Conclusions
  • References

Other manuscript categories may adapt their structure according to their specific characteristics and methodological requirements.

Tables, Figures, and Illustrations

Tables, figures, charts, maps, and illustrations must:

  • Be numbered consecutively
  • Be cited within the text
  • Include descriptive titles
  • Indicate the appropriate source when applicable

Images must have a minimum resolution of 300 dpi.

Authors are responsible for obtaining all necessary permissions for the use of copyrighted or third-party materials.

Citations and References

The journal follows the APA Style (7th Edition) for citations and references.

Authors must:

  • Verify the accuracy of all references
  • Include DOI identifiers whenever available
  • Prioritize peer-reviewed scientific literature
  • Use current and relevant references
  • Ensure consistency between in-text citations and the final reference list

The accuracy and completeness of references are the sole responsibility of the authors.

Required Declarations

During submission, authors must provide all declarations requested by the journal, including, where applicable:

  • Author Contributions (CRediT Taxonomy)
  • Funding Statement
  • Conflict of Interest Disclosure
  • Data Availability Statement

These declarations constitute mandatory components of the editorial documentation.

Manuscript Submission

Manuscripts must be submitted exclusively through the journal’s official electronic submission platform.

Authors should verify that all required documentation has been correctly uploaded before completing the submission process.

Editorial Evaluation

All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial editorial screening to assess:

  • Relevance to the journal’s scope and thematic areas
  • Compliance with these Author Guidelines
  • Formal and scientific quality of the manuscript
  • Completeness of the required documentation

Manuscripts that successfully pass this preliminary assessment will proceed to the subsequent stages of the editorial process in accordance with the journal’s established evaluation procedures.

Final Statement

Submission of a manuscript to Sapiens Evolución Científica implies acceptance of these Author Guidelines and all current editorial policies of the journal.

Authors are responsible for ensuring that their submissions fully comply with the formal, scientific, and documentary requirements established for editorial consideration.