faqs

Theta Publishers follows a rigorous peer-review process in which submitted manuscripts are evaluated by independent experts in the relevant field. These reviewers assess the study’s methodology, data analysis, interpretation, and the overall significance of the findings. This process ensures that only high-quality, reliable, and meaningful research is accepted for publication.

The peer-review timeline differs among journals, generally falling between 12 and 15 days. The actual duration may vary based on the complexity of the manuscript, the availability and responsiveness of reviewers, and the journal’s editorial efficiency.

Yes, our journals are indexed in a variety of databases, although the specific indexing may differ from one journal to another. For detailed information—including indexing platforms, access models, ISSN, and other key details—please refer to the individual journal’s website.

Yes, DOIs can be assigned to articles upon the author’s request. Since this is a chargeable service, a Crossref DOI will be provided once the request is processed.

Yes, we provide a certificate of publication to authors once their articles are successfully published. This certificate serves as an official acknowledgment of the author’s contribution to the journal and can be used for academic, professional, or institutional purposes as evidence of published work.

Publication misconduct encompasses a range of unethical practices that violate accepted standards of academic integrity. This includes plagiarism, where someone uses another person’s work without proper acknowledgment; fabrication, which involves making up data or results; and falsification, where research data or findings are manipulated or altered. It also covers inappropriate authorship practices, such as adding undeserving authors or excluding rightful contributors. Additionally, misconduct includes duplicate or multiple submissions (submitting the same manuscript to more than one journal simultaneously), overlapping publication (publishing substantially similar content in multiple journals), and salami publication (dividing one significant study into several smaller publications to increase the number of papers). These actions undermine the credibility and reliability of scholarly research.

A DOI (Digital Object Identifier) is a unique, permanent identifier assigned to a published article. It provides a persistent link to the article’s online location, ensuring that readers can access it even if the journal’s website changes. For more details, visit www.doi.org or www.crossref.org.

CC BY-NC-ND is a type of Creative Commons license. It stands for:

• BY – Attribution: You must give proper credit to the original creator.
• NC – Non-Commercial: The work cannot be used for commercial purposes.
• ND – No Derivatives: The work cannot be changed, remixed, or adapted. It must be shared exactly as it is.

In short: CC BY-NC-ND allows people to download and share the work with credit to the author, but they cannot modify it or use it commercially.

You can prepare your manuscript according to the submission guidelines and submit it either by email at nursing@thetapublisher.com / info@thetapublishers.com or through the OJS submission system.

We generally accept manuscripts in standard formats such as Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).

No, there are no strict limitations on the length of a manuscript or the number of figures that can be included in journal articles. Authors are encouraged to provide sufficient detail, illustrations, and supporting materials necessary to clearly present their research. However, it is recommended to ensure that all content—text, figures, and tables—is relevant, well-organized, and contributes meaningfully to the overall quality and clarity of the manuscript.

The publication timeframe after acceptance varies by journal and depends on factors like the publication schedule and final production steps. In most cases, papers are published within two weeks to one month.

Yes, you may withdraw your manuscript after submission. However, you must inform the journal’s editorial office as soon as possible. Please note that withdrawal fees will apply.

A subscription-based publication model requires readers to have an active journal subscription or pay-per-view access to read articles published in Theta Publishers’ journals. In this system, individuals or institutions pay a fee to access the journal’s content, ensuring that full articles are available only to subscribed users.

We welcome a wide range of submissions, including original research articles, review papers, case studies, short communications, editorials, and viewpoint articles.

Yes, you can track the status of your submitted manuscript using the login credentials provided through our Online Journal System (OJS). This allows you to monitor the progress of your submission at any time.

Print copies of the journal are available upon request and can be obtained by paying the print fee. The cost for a black-and-white print copy is INR 500, which covers printing, packaging, and dispatch charges. Additionally, a complimentary hard copy of the publication certificate will be provided to the corresponding author.

Yes, we accept papers that have been presented at conferences, provided they have not been published elsewhere.

The subscription charges vary from one journal to another. For detailed pricing information, please refer to the Subscription section on the journal’s website.

Yes, we do in the specific areas of Medical and Dental.

We accept subscription payments through multiple modes, including Cheque, Demand Draft (DD), NEFT, RTGS, and various mobile payment apps.