Guidelines for Authors
Nature’s Symphony welcomes manuscripts that make significant contributions to the fields of Natural Sciences. To ensure a smooth and efficient submission process, please adhere to the following guidelines:
Article Types
Nature’s Symphony accepts Original Research, Reviews, Mini-Reviews, Reports, and Communication articles. The word limit for a typical article, including tables, figures, and references, should be 7500-8000 words, except for review articles. Abbreviations should be spelled out upon first use, unless they are well-known.
Details of the authors
On the title page of the manuscript, authors should include their names, email addresses, phone numbers, ORCID IDs, affiliations, and designations to aid in academic review and production. Every author must provide a valid email address, regardless of their role as the corresponding author. Each author, whether the total is four or five, must also supply their ORCID IDs. The corresponding author should be clearly identified to manage correspondence during the refereeing process, publication, and post-publication stages. Additionally, provide telephone and fax numbers (with country and area codes) along with the email address and full postal address. Manuscripts will only be considered for publication if they have not been previously published or are not under consideration elsewhere.
Sub-Divisions / Sub-Headings
Organize your article into clearly defined and numbered sections. Subsections should be labeled as 1.1 (then 1.1.1, 1.1.2, etc.), 1.2, and so on (excluding the abstract from the numbering). Use this numbering system for internal cross-referencing instead of referring to ‘the text.’ Each subsection can have a brief heading, with each heading appearing in a distinct style format.
Manuscripts should be submitted in Word format using Times New Roman font, size 12, and double spacing throughout. A research manuscript must include the following sections: Title, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials & Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, and References. A review article must contain Title, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Content of the Topic, Conclusion, and References.
Authors and affiliations: List all author names together, separated by commas, ensuring they are exact and correct for official indexing. Affiliations should be linked to the authors’ names using superscript numbers. The
corresponding author(s) should be indicated with an asterisk in the author list. Provide the exact contact email address of the corresponding author(s).
Abstract: The abstract should be unstructured and should be of approximately 250-300 words that explains the
main points of the paper without. The abstract should primarily convey the general significance and conceptual advancement of the work, making it easily accessible to a broad audience. It should be a single paragraph, structured according to the IMRAD format or the specific guidelines of the article type. Abbreviations should be minimized, and references, figures, or tables should not be cited.
Introduction: The Introduction concise and should not contain any subcategories. It should briefly but
comprehensively describe the background and literature review about the problem being addressed.
Materials and methods: This section should have sub-headings. Describe this section concisely and precisely with proper relevant citations. The given description should enable the reader to repeat the given methods.
Discussion: The discussion should address the main findings of the study, including any relevant prior research to contextualize the novelty of the discovery. It should acknowledge potential limitations in interpretation and integrate them into the current understanding of the issue, thus advancing existing viewpoints. Speculation on the future direction of research and the formulation of testable theories are also encouraged.
Statement/ Declarations:
Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional relationships that could be perceived to influence the research. If no conflicts exist, authors should explicitly state “The authors declare no conflict of interest.
Author Contributions: Contributions must be specified according to the CRediT taxonomy, detailing each author’s role.
Ethics Approval and Informed Consent: Studies involving humans or animals must include ethics committee approval and informed consent statements.
Availability of Data: Authors should state where the data supporting the findings can be accessed or explain restrictions.
Funding: All sources of financial support must be acknowledged, including grant numbers where applicable.
Acknowledgements: Individuals or organizations who contributed but do not meet authorship criteria should be recognized here.
Tables and Figures
Number all figures and tables consecutively and provide captions that explain their contents clearly. Each Table should be accompanied by a proper descriptive title. Each Figure should be accompanied by a proper self-explanatory caption. The title of a table should be placed before the table whereas the caption of a figure must be placed right after it. All the tables and figures should be properly cross-referenced in the text of the paper (e.g., Table 1 / Figure 1). Ensure high quality resolution for figures and charts.
Citations and References / Bibliography
All the citations and references should follow the APA format with the following modifications:
a. In the citations, for more than two authors, use et al.
b. In the reference, the Volume number is not italicized.
The bibliography should be arranged alphabetically and there should be no repetitions. The authors are requested to check the completeness of each reference. The authors are encouraged to use any Reference Manager to keep the format consistent. The Endnote style for Nature’s Symphony can be downloaded here.
Disclosure of Conflict of Interest
A section about any conflict of interest should be given after the Conclusion section. The authors should clearly state any financial, professional or personal conflicts. No submission will undergo Peer-review process without provision of this section.
Nomenclature:
Minimize the use of abbreviations and avoid non-standard ones unless they appear at least four times; define them upon first use in the main text. Consider providing a list of non-standard abbreviations at the end, immediately before the acknowledgments. Insert equations in an editable format using the equation editor. Italicize gene symbols and use approved gene nomenclature where available. Protein products should not be italicized. Use Standard International Units throughout the manuscript. Refer to chemical compounds and biomolecules using systematic nomenclature, following the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC) recommendations.
Research Ethics
Research involving human or animal subjects must obtain appropriate ethical approvals and informed consent from participants or their legal guardians. Authors should include details about these ethical considerations and approvals in their submissions.
Cover Letter and Declaration:
Authors must submit a declaration confirming that the manuscript is their original work and is not being considered for publication elsewhere. For co-authored manuscripts, an undertaking must state that each author has significantly contributed to the manuscript and thus claims the right to authorship. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all substantial contributors are listed as authors and have agreed to the order of authorship.
License to Publish Agreement
Upon acceptance of the manuscript, authors will sign a License to Publish agreement, granting Nature’s Symphony the right to publish the work while the authors retain full copyright under the CC BY 4.0 license.
Article Processing Charges
Effective July 2025, Nature’s Symphony charges an article processing fee (APC) for manuscripts accepted for publication, to support the publication process. APC for local submissions is PKR 8,500, while the APC for international submissions is USD 100. The fee will be applicable only upon acceptance of the manuscripts, and there are no other hidden charges.
Language Editing
All the manuscripts submitted to Nature’s Symphony should meet international English language standards. Authors are encouraged to have their manuscript reviewed by experts in English Language before the submission. Nature’s Symphony is currently offering Free Language Editing Service.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
To enhance your article’s discoverability and improve search results, follow these simple guidelines. Include a few of your article’s keywords in the title and avoid long titles. Choose 5-8 keywords that combine both general and specific terms related to your article’s subject. Use as many keywords as possible in the first two sentences of the abstract. Additionally, incorporate some of these keywords in your level 1 headings.
Submission Process
- All submissions must be made electronically through our online submission system.
- You will be asked to provide information about your article, including the article type, title, abstract, keywords, and author details.
- Please carefully review your manuscript before submitting it. Once submitted, revisions may be allowed at the editor’s discretion but are not guaranteed.
Review Process
- All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process.
- You will receive feedback from reviewers and editors within 4-6 weeks of submission.
- Based on the reviewers’ recommendations, the editor will make a decision to accept, reject, or request revisions to your manuscript.
Publication
- If your manuscript is accepted, you will be required to sign a License to Publish agreement, granting Nature’s Symphony the right to publish the work while the authors retain full copyright under the CC BY 4.0 license.
- Your article will be published online within 3-4 weeks of acceptance.
By following these guidelines, you will help us ensure the quality and timely publication of your research in Nature’s Symphony journal. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our editorial office at editorial-office@tsfns.com.
We look forward to receiving your submissions!