Journal of Global Traditional Medicine and Indigenous Healing Systems
Instructions for Authors
The Journal of Global Traditional Medicine and Indigenous Healing Systems invites the submission of original research articles, review papers, applied studies, case reports, and short communications within its thematic scope. Authors are requested to follow the guidelines below for manuscript preparation and submission.
Submission Guidelines
- All manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format via the journal’s online submission portal.
- A cover letter should accompany the manuscript, providing the corresponding author's contact details and a brief description of the article’s contribution or focus.
- Submissions must be original and not under review elsewhere.
- Authors must confirm that all listed co-authors have approved the final version of the manuscript before submission.
- Formatting should follow the journal’s standards. The editorial team may request revisions for clarity, structure, or presentation.
Article Types
- Research Articles: Full-length studies on traditional medicine, ethnopharmacology, clinical trials, or integrative healthcare models.
- Review Articles: Structured syntheses of literature or documentation of traditional practices.
- Case Reports: Detailed descriptions of specific traditional therapies or unusual cases.
- Short Communications: Concise updates, field reports, or preliminary findings relevant to traditional medicine.
Manuscript Structure
- Title Page: Article title, author names, affiliations, and corresponding author contact information.
- Abstract: Structured summary (150-250 words) describing objectives, methods, results, and implications.
- Keywords: 5-10 relevant indexing terms.
- Introduction: Background, rationale, and research objectives.
- Methods: Fieldwork, experimental procedures, or documentation approaches used.
- Results: Findings supported by tables, figures, or qualitative analysis.
- Discussion: Interpretation of results in relation to existing evidence and cultural context.
- Conclusion: Summary of key messages and recommendations.
- References: Complete and consistent APA style references.
Review Process
Submissions are subject to double-blind peer review. Authors typically receive initial reviewer comments within four weeks of submission.
Copyright and Open Access
Accepted articles are published open access. Authors must agree to transfer copyright upon acceptance.
Article Processing Charges (APC)
An APC of $1019 applies to accepted articles. Authors with funding constraints may contact the editorial office to request a partial reduction.
For editorial assistance, contact the journal team at [email protected]