Author Guidelines | AATCC Journal

Author Guidelines

Journal Overview

The Agriculture Association of Textile Chemical and Critical Review Journal (AATCC Journal) is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research and critical reviews in agriculture, textile chemistry, applied sciences, interdisciplinary studies, and allied fields.

Authors are strongly advised to read and adhere to the Author Guidelines prior to submission. Manuscripts that fail to comply with these requirements may be returned for revision or declined without external review.

Editorial Notice: Strict adherence to these guidelines ensures efficient peer review, editorial transparency, and timely publication.

1. Scope of the Journal

AATCC Journal welcomes original and innovative research in the following areas:

  • Agriculture and allied sciences
  • Textile chemistry and textile technology
  • Crop science, soil science, and agronomy
  • Environmental science and sustainability
  • Biotechnology and applied biological sciences
  • Interdisciplinary and critical review studies

All submissions must align with the journal’s stated aims and scope.

2. Types of Articles Accepted

Original Research Articles
Review Articles
Critical Review Papers
Short Communications
Case Studies
Technical Notes

3. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

3.1 General Formatting

  • Language: English only
  • File format: MS Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Font: Times New Roman
  • Font size: 12 pt (text), 14 pt (headings)
  • Line spacing: 1.5
  • Margins: 1 inch on all sides
  • Page numbers: Mandatory

3.2 Manuscript Structure

  • Title Page
  • Abstract
  • Keywords
  • Introduction
  • Materials and Methods
  • Results
  • Discussion
  • Conclusion
  • Acknowledgements (if any)
  • Conflict of Interest Statement
  • References

3.3 Abstract & Keywords

  • Abstract: Maximum 250 words
  • Clearly state objectives, methods, results, and conclusions
  • Avoid citations and abbreviations
  • Keywords: 4–6 relevant terms

4. Figures and Tables

  • All figures and tables must be cited in the text
  • Tables must include clear and descriptive titles
  • Figures must be high resolution
  • Data duplication between tables and figures should be avoided

5. Reference Style

  • References must be consistent and complete
  • APA or Harvard referencing style preferred
  • All cited references must appear in the reference list

6. Publication Ethics and Plagiarism

  • Manuscripts must be original and unpublished
  • Similarity index must not exceed 20% (excluding references)
  • Plagiarism, data fabrication, or falsification leads to rejection
The journal strictly follows COPE guidelines for handling ethical issues, complaints, and appeals.

7. Submission and Peer Review

  • Submissions via official submission system or email
  • Initial editorial screening for scope and compliance
  • Double-blind peer review by subject experts
  • Final decisions communicated to corresponding author

Journal Website:
https://aatcc.peerjournals.net/

8. Copyright, Licensing & APC

  • Authors retain copyright of their work
  • Journal granted rights to publish and distribute
  • Licensing governed by journal copyright policy
  • APC details communicated transparently after acceptance

9. Contact Information

Editorial Office
Agriculture Association of Textile Chemical and Critical Review Journal (AATCC Journal)

📧 editor@aatcc.peerjournals.net
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