Manuscript Categories

The JNBR publishes scholarly articles in three distinct categories:

• Research Articles: These manuscripts report the findings of original investigations in fundamental neurobiology. The research must be well-documented to withstand critical review by experts in the field. The JNBR welcomes submissions on the significance of bioactive natural products, synthetic biochemical products, and computational studies relevant to neurobiology.
• Review Articles: JNBR publishes review articles authored by recognized authorities within a specific neurobiology research area. These articles provide a comprehensive analysis and critical perspective on important topics. Review articles should present a current update on recent developments within a specific and active field of research, incorporating at least five citations from the author's own body of work.
• Letters to the Editor: The JNBR offers a platform for readers to engage in scholarly discourse through Letters to the Editor. These letters provide an avenue for readers to submit well-founded comments or critiques on recently published JNBR articles. Letters are expected to be focused and address specific aspects of a recent JNBR publication. The corresponding author(s) of the original article will be invited to respond to Letters to the Editor published in the JNBR.

 

Manuscript Format

To ensure efficient review and publication, JNBR requires manuscripts to adhere to the following formatting specifications:

• File Format: Initial submissions should be in Microsoft Word (.docx) format. Separate files in jpg (jpeg), tiff, or doc (docx) format are required for tables and figures.
• Font and Line Spacing: Utilize Times New Roman 12-point font with double line spacing throughout the main text body.
• Text Alignment and Margins: Left-align all text and maintain 3 cm margins on all sides.
• Page Numbering: Number all pages consecutively, beginning with the title page as page 1.

 

Manuscript Structure

The JNBR mandates a specific organizational structure for all manuscripts. Please arrange your manuscript in the following order:

1. Title Page,
2. Abstract,
3. Introduction,
4. Materials and Methods,
5. Results,
6. Discussion,
7. Funding,
8. Acknowledgments,
9. Author Contributions Statement,
10. References,
11. Figure Legends,
12. Tables,
13. Figures,
14. Supplementary Data (Optional).

 

Abbreviations and Nomenclature

• Define all non-standard abbreviations upon first mention and use them consistently thereafter. Standard abbreviations are exempt from the definition.
• Italicize specific elements within the manuscript as follows:
• Biological names of organisms (e.g., Saccharomyces cerevisiae)
• Certain restriction enzymes and enzymes (e.g., EcoRI, Taq polymerase)
• Gene names (e.g., src, c-H-ras, myc)
• Latin terms (e.g., in vivo, in vitro, in situ)
• Specific chemical structures (e.g., trans-retinol)
• Centrifugation force (e.g., 100,000g)
• For the numerical expression of measurements, adhere to the International System of Units (SI).
• Follow the Biochemical Society's conventions for chemical and biological nomenclature. Refer to the Biochemical Journal Instructions to Authors for detailed guidelines: http://www.BiochemJ.org.

By adhering to these manuscript preparation instructions, authors can ensure a smooth review process and expedite publication in JNBR.

 

Journal Article Structure Guidelines

1. Research Articles: these types of articles include several sections

Title Page

• Concise and Informative Title: Aim for a title that is brief yet effectively conveys the study's essence. Avoid non-standard abbreviations, subtitles, colons, and limit it to approximately 20 words (two printed lines).
• Author Information: Include the full names and affiliations of all authors.
• Corresponding Author Details: Identify the corresponding author by providing their name, phone number, and email address. This is the point of contact for all manuscript-related correspondence, including proofs.
• Running Title: Create a concise running title (less than 10 words) that is neither a question nor a statement.
• Abbreviations: List any abbreviations used on the title page, adhering to the journal's established guidelines.

Abstract

• Stand-Alone Summary: The abstract should be self-contained and provide a comprehensive overview of the study in 150-300 words.
• Structured Format: Organize the abstract using distinct sections to present the purpose, methodology, results, and conclusions of the research.
• Clarity and Concision: Emphasize key findings using clear and concise language.
• Defined Abbreviations: Avoid undefined abbreviations within the abstract.
• No References: The abstract should not include references to other works.

Keywords

• Indexing and Searchability: Provide 3-6 keywords in alphabetical order for indexing purposes.
• MeSH-Term Adherence: Utilize standard MeSH (Medical Subject Headings) terms from the Medline database (https://meshb.nlm.nih.gov/). The journal may adjust the submitted list to ensure proper MeSH term usage.

Introduction

• Purpose and Novelty: Introduce the study's objectives and their connection to existing research in the field. Highlight the study's unique contribution and avoid extensive literature reviews (generally under two typed pages).

Materials and Methods

• Concise Yet Complete: Present the methods used in a concise yet detailed manner, allowing qualified researchers to replicate the experiments.
• Focus on New Procedures: Provide in-depth explanations only for novel methodologies. Reference established procedures from prior publications and detail modifications of existing methods solely in the modified sections.
• Ethics Statement: Clearly state any ethical considerations and approval processes involved in the study within this section.
• Statistical Explanation: Clearly explain the statistical tests employed for data comparison.

Results

• Data Presentation: Utilize figures and tables to present results. Briefly mention non-critical results within the text. Avoid extensive discussion in this section.

Discussion

• Data-Driven Interpretation: Focus the discussion on the obtained results. Speculations should be grounded in the data, and this section should not simply reiterate findings.
• Implications and Limitations: Explain the significance of the proposed interpretations and acknowledge any limitations of the study.

Conclusion

• Summary and Significance: Summarize the key results and their implications in a dedicated concluding paragraph. Maintain a clear separation between the conclusion and the discussion section.

Funding

Authors are required to disclose any financial support received for the research, authorship, or publication of the article. This includes the name of the funding agency, country, and grant number (if applicable). If no financial support was received, please explicitly state this.

Acknowledgments

This section is intended to recognize individuals who significantly contributed to the study or manuscript preparation but do not qualify for authorship. Funding sources, already disclosed in the Funding section, should not be mentioned here.

Conflicts of Interest

The corresponding author is responsible for informing the editor of any potential conflicts of interest that could influence the authors' interpretation of the data. Examples include financial ties to pharmaceutical companies, political pressure, or academic conflicts. Even in the absence of conflicts, a statement to this effect is required.

Author Contributions Statement

A separate page detailing each author's contribution to the research is mandatory. This statement, limited to several sentences, should outline the specific roles of each co-author using their initials (e.g., M.E.S.). Each author's name must appear at least once in one of the following categories:

• Conception and design of the study
• Acquisition of data
• Analysis and/or interpretation of data
• Drafting the manuscript
• Revising the manuscript critically for intellectual content

References

Citations should be numbered consecutively in the order of their first appearance within the text and formatted according to the Vancouver EndNote style guide.

Tables

• Each table, with its title, should be single-spaced and presented on a separate sheet.
• Include an explanatory title and sufficient detail in the legend to ensure understanding without reference to the main text.
• Avoid data duplication by presenting it in both text and tables/figures.
• Employ lettered footnotes (a, b, etc.) at the table's end for additional information.

Figures

• Submit all figures as separate files from the main text or tables.
• Only high-resolution digital figures (over 300 dpi) in jpg (jpeg), tiff, or doc (docx) format are acceptable.
• Figures can be uploaded individually or merged into a single doc (docx) file.
• The title should be part of the legend, not incorporated into the figure itself.
• Legends should be concise yet provide sufficient detail for independent comprehension, including definitions of labels and symbols used, as well as essential information like magnification or scale bar dimensions.
• All figures must be numbered consecutively and referenced within the text.

Supplementary Data

The JNBR welcomes electronic supplementary data to enhance your research. This data, directly related to your paper's main conclusions, should be concise. Examples include high-resolution images, datasets, videos, and animations. Supplementary data will be published online alongside the electronic version of your article. Video/animation content requires a corresponding text description for both the electronic and print versions of the article.

 

2. Review Articles

JNBR welcomes submissions of Review Articles that provide comprehensive updates on recent developments within active research fields. Authors considering unsolicited reviews are encouraged to submit an outline to the JNBR editorial office for preliminary approval via email.

Review articles generally adhere to the same formatting guidelines as Original Articles. However, the specific format may be flexible depending on the content, allowing for creative presentation of information. The use of visuals such as cartoons or flow diagrams to enhance clarity is highly encouraged. To improve readability, authors should consider structuring their reviews with concise, titled sections.

 

3. Letters to the Editor

Editorials and Letters to the Editor do not require an abstract. These submissions should be prepared as brief texts with references, not exceeding 1,000 words.

 

Manuscript Submission Procedures

Electronic Submission

JNBR utilizes an electronic manuscript management system for article submission. Authors can access the system at https://jnbr.du.ac.ir and click "Submit Manuscript" to initiate the upload process. This step-by-step system guides authors through file creation and uploading.

Corresponding Author Responsibilities

The corresponding author is responsible for submitting the manuscript electronically through the JNBR system. The corresponding author's contact information (address, phone number, and email address) should be included on the manuscript title page.

System Functionality

The online submission system facilitates the collection of all necessary information, including manuscript files (text, digital figures, and videos). The system automatically generates a PDF file from the submitted manuscript for the peer-review process. Source files are converted into a single PDF for review, but these original files are still required for further processing upon acceptance.

Communication

All manuscript-related communication, including editorial decisions and revision requests, will be conducted electronically via email, eliminating the need for paper-based correspondence. Revised manuscripts should be submitted through the same online system using the original identification numbers.

Date of Receipt

The published date of receipt reflects the date the JNBR Editorial Office receives a complete manuscript submission.