1.What is eCurater?
eCurater is an independent, professional and resourceful platform that brings forth innovative ideas and research to promote scientific advancement in divergent fields. It curates original scientific research, analyses, reviews and intriguing editorials spanning various disciplines.
2.How is peer review carried out at eCurater?
After the manuscript makes its way through the first level of screening with respect to its relevance to the scope of the journal, it is then assigned to expert reviewers who further analyse its technicalities. Reviewers at eCurater remain fair and bold enough in drafting their review report. The reviewers’ report helps the authors refine their manuscript. Clear statements are provided suggesting revisions in the manuscript wherever required. For more information, click here.
3.What Criteria are considered for manuscript publication?
The following points are considered before accepting a manuscript for publication: It should not have published elsewhere. The manuscript must be technically sound. The conclusions must be rationale and must be substantiated by the experimental data. The author(s) must have done an appropriate literature review. The manuscript must satisfy the Publication ethics. The manuscript must fit into the scope of the Journal.
4.What are the accepted article types?
eCurater accepts the following article types : Editorial, Letter to the Editor, Commentary, Review, Research, Case Series, Case Reports, Image Files etc.
5.In what formats does eCurater publish?
Articles published in eCurater will be available in HTML, PDF and XML formats.
6. Is there a print version of eCurater journals?
eCurater articles are published online. The links of HTML and PDF versions of all the articles can be downloaded and read offline. However, print versions are provided on request with additional charges for the same.
7.Who holds copyright on eCurater articles?
The authors retain the copyright of all their work published in eCurater Journals.
8. Which articles published in eCurater are available to readers without charges?
All articles published in eCurater Journals are available free of charge and can be accessed immediately upon publication.
9.What is the format to draft an Abstract for my research article?
The backbone of any manuscript that decides its readability is its abstract. The abstract of a research article should essentially contain in brief, a description of the research. It should include a brief summary of findings in approximately 100-300 words and an accurate description of the article. It should culminate all the important aspects of the study into a concise draft that allows readers to decide upon its validity. The abstract of a research paper should highlight the primary objective of the research, explain the research design and reasons for adopting that methodology, state the methods and main outcomes and results, state the conclusions, including their implications for further research or practice.The Abstract should not include any citations or abbreviations. Authors are suggested to include a maximum of three or four Key words in Abstract to enhance the visibility of the article. If the Abstract is for a review paper, the primary objective of the review, the reasoning behind literature selection, critical analysis of the literature, the main outcomes and results of review and the conclusions drawn including their implications for further research or application should be clearly mentioned.
10.What is the proposal submission procedure for Special Issues?
Proposals of the Special Issues should be submitted to the Editors-in-chief providing the following information:
Title of Special Issue. The domain into which the Special Issue would fall. Name of the guest editor(s) along with the email address. A brief synopsis describing the purpose of Special Issue. Opening date, Closing date, number of manuscripts invited and the types of articles expected.
11.Does the reputation or region of the author influence the editors?
Reputation or region or any such personal, gender-based, financial, institutional, factors do not influence or affect the reviewers or the editors at eCurater. In case of any such suspected influences, the editors at eCurater would follow the guidelines set under Conflicts of Interest. for detailed information.
12.Can I post my work on a preprint server before publication?
Yes, we accept articles that are previously posted on preprint server without being published anywhere else.
13.Can others (third parties) use my original figures or tables in their works without asking me or eCurater?
Upon publication of the article, users have the right to reuse the data and information in the article by providing appropriate citation to the original author.
14.Why is Peer review important?
Peer review ensures the publication of a comprehensive, standard, acceptable, ethical and reliable research article. Standardised peer review ensures the integrity of the scholarly record.
15.Whom should I contact for a question related to submitted or published article?
The authors will receive a confirmation that eCurater has received the submission. eCurater gets back to the authors on timely basis at every stage of review process. However, for any queries or concerns, authors may reach us at
>703-352-4567.
16. How can I make my payment? Is there any other option than card payment?
eCurater employs the reliable and trusted payment gateway, PayPal. One can easily make payments through this. Also, eCurater does not incur on the authors any sort of payment processing fee.
17.Is support available from eCurater for authors whose work are non-funded?
eCurater is a mission oriented rather than a profit oriented publication platform. Our aim is to make scientific knowledge accessible to everyone. For those researchers who cannot endure the , eCurater brings forth its explicit waiver policy. for more information.
18.If my article got rejected with eCurater, should I need to revise and resubmit?
Once the article is rejected due to any acceptable reasons, the authors will be asked to revise and resubmit the article making the necessary changes. However, if potential, unacceptable issues are noticed with respect to the manuscript that severely breach the , eCurater takes the necessary action. See our Publication Ethics page.
19.My affiliation is misspelled in the article. How can I make the change?
Please do write the same to (
>703-352-4567) and request for a change.
20.What is the duration between my initial submission and Editor's final decision?
We are committed to provide a fair and constructive yet rapid review process. The maximum duration for communicating our decision ranges between four to six weeks.
21. How can I find a suitable journal for submission of my work?
Reviewing a journal’s aims and scope to ensure that it is suitable for your manuscript is the key to find a suitable journal.
22.What policies an author should abide for publishing through eCurater?
The authors should adhere to certain Editorial policies like Publication Ethics, satisfying the Authorship Criteria, agreeing to the Copyright and License agreements, conforming to Conflicts of Interest policy. for details.
23. Is it mandatory to suggest guest reviewers for my paper?
The authors can suggest reviewers provided that they have no potential competing interests that influence their review. However, it is not mandatory to suggest guest reviewers.
24.Why should I publish in open access?
Open access increases citation count for your scientific study and enables inter-disciplinary scientific communication. It enhances the visibility and readership of your manuscript.
25.Does eCurater journals charge submission fees?
eCurater charges article processing fee upon acceptance of the article. for details.
26. What if my submission does not fall under the scope of the journal?
If any submission doesn’t fall under within the limits of the Journal’s scope, the Editors have the right to reject it at the time of initial screening. However, we suggest any other journal in eCurater within whose scope the manuscript fits well.
27. Is there any page limit for writing manuscripts? Are there any extra charges for an over-lengthy manuscript?
eCurater doesn’t limit the manuscript’s length. However, for an over-lengthy manuscript, additional APC may apply. For more information about preparation of manuscript, see our .
28.How is my research disseminated?
The published articles at eCurater are immediately available to be read, downloaded and shared by any end user without restriction. All the publications also appear in diverse abstracting and indexing databases. All our article pages are optimised to be globally visible in search results across all search engines. Our journals also appear in numerous full text repositories. Additionally, all the articles are provided with the option for readers to share across major social media sites to ensure a larger platform for data sharing
eCurater is an independent, professional and resourceful platform that brings forth innovative ideas and research to promote scientific advancement in divergent fields. It curates original scientific research, analyses, reviews and intriguing editorials spanning various disciplines.
2.How is peer review carried out at eCurater?
After the manuscript makes its way through the first level of screening with respect to its relevance to the scope of the journal, it is then assigned to expert reviewers who further analyse its technicalities. Reviewers at eCurater remain fair and bold enough in drafting their review report. The reviewers’ report helps the authors refine their manuscript. Clear statements are provided suggesting revisions in the manuscript wherever required. For more information, click here.
3.What Criteria are considered for manuscript publication?
The following points are considered before accepting a manuscript for publication: It should not have published elsewhere. The manuscript must be technically sound. The conclusions must be rationale and must be substantiated by the experimental data. The author(s) must have done an appropriate literature review. The manuscript must satisfy the Publication ethics. The manuscript must fit into the scope of the Journal.
4.What are the accepted article types?
eCurater accepts the following article types : Editorial, Letter to the Editor, Commentary, Review, Research, Case Series, Case Reports, Image Files etc.
5.In what formats does eCurater publish?
Articles published in eCurater will be available in HTML, PDF and XML formats.
6. Is there a print version of eCurater journals?
eCurater articles are published online. The links of HTML and PDF versions of all the articles can be downloaded and read offline. However, print versions are provided on request with additional charges for the same.
7.Who holds copyright on eCurater articles?
The authors retain the copyright of all their work published in eCurater Journals.
8. Which articles published in eCurater are available to readers without charges?
All articles published in eCurater Journals are available free of charge and can be accessed immediately upon publication.
9.What is the format to draft an Abstract for my research article?
The backbone of any manuscript that decides its readability is its abstract. The abstract of a research article should essentially contain in brief, a description of the research. It should include a brief summary of findings in approximately 100-300 words and an accurate description of the article. It should culminate all the important aspects of the study into a concise draft that allows readers to decide upon its validity. The abstract of a research paper should highlight the primary objective of the research, explain the research design and reasons for adopting that methodology, state the methods and main outcomes and results, state the conclusions, including their implications for further research or practice.The Abstract should not include any citations or abbreviations. Authors are suggested to include a maximum of three or four Key words in Abstract to enhance the visibility of the article. If the Abstract is for a review paper, the primary objective of the review, the reasoning behind literature selection, critical analysis of the literature, the main outcomes and results of review and the conclusions drawn including their implications for further research or application should be clearly mentioned.
10.What is the proposal submission procedure for Special Issues?
Proposals of the Special Issues should be submitted to the Editors-in-chief providing the following information:
Title of Special Issue. The domain into which the Special Issue would fall. Name of the guest editor(s) along with the email address. A brief synopsis describing the purpose of Special Issue. Opening date, Closing date, number of manuscripts invited and the types of articles expected.
11.Does the reputation or region of the author influence the editors?
Reputation or region or any such personal, gender-based, financial, institutional, factors do not influence or affect the reviewers or the editors at eCurater. In case of any such suspected influences, the editors at eCurater would follow the guidelines set under Conflicts of Interest. for detailed information.
12.Can I post my work on a preprint server before publication?
Yes, we accept articles that are previously posted on preprint server without being published anywhere else.
13.Can others (third parties) use my original figures or tables in their works without asking me or eCurater?
Upon publication of the article, users have the right to reuse the data and information in the article by providing appropriate citation to the original author.
14.Why is Peer review important?
Peer review ensures the publication of a comprehensive, standard, acceptable, ethical and reliable research article. Standardised peer review ensures the integrity of the scholarly record.
15.Whom should I contact for a question related to submitted or published article?
The authors will receive a confirmation that eCurater has received the submission. eCurater gets back to the authors on timely basis at every stage of review process. However, for any queries or concerns, authors may reach us at
>703-352-4567.
16. How can I make my payment? Is there any other option than card payment?
eCurater employs the reliable and trusted payment gateway, PayPal. One can easily make payments through this. Also, eCurater does not incur on the authors any sort of payment processing fee.
17.Is support available from eCurater for authors whose work are non-funded?
eCurater is a mission oriented rather than a profit oriented publication platform. Our aim is to make scientific knowledge accessible to everyone. For those researchers who cannot endure the , eCurater brings forth its explicit waiver policy. for more information.
18.If my article got rejected with eCurater, should I need to revise and resubmit?
Once the article is rejected due to any acceptable reasons, the authors will be asked to revise and resubmit the article making the necessary changes. However, if potential, unacceptable issues are noticed with respect to the manuscript that severely breach the , eCurater takes the necessary action. See our Publication Ethics page.
19.My affiliation is misspelled in the article. How can I make the change?
Please do write the same to (
>703-352-4567) and request for a change.
20.What is the duration between my initial submission and Editor's final decision?
We are committed to provide a fair and constructive yet rapid review process. The maximum duration for communicating our decision ranges between four to six weeks.
21. How can I find a suitable journal for submission of my work?
Reviewing a journal’s aims and scope to ensure that it is suitable for your manuscript is the key to find a suitable journal.
22.What policies an author should abide for publishing through eCurater?
The authors should adhere to certain Editorial policies like Publication Ethics, satisfying the Authorship Criteria, agreeing to the Copyright and License agreements, conforming to Conflicts of Interest policy. for details.
23. Is it mandatory to suggest guest reviewers for my paper?
The authors can suggest reviewers provided that they have no potential competing interests that influence their review. However, it is not mandatory to suggest guest reviewers.
24.Why should I publish in open access?
Open access increases citation count for your scientific study and enables inter-disciplinary scientific communication. It enhances the visibility and readership of your manuscript.
25.Does eCurater journals charge submission fees?
eCurater charges article processing fee upon acceptance of the article. for details.
26. What if my submission does not fall under the scope of the journal?
If any submission doesn’t fall under within the limits of the Journal’s scope, the Editors have the right to reject it at the time of initial screening. However, we suggest any other journal in eCurater within whose scope the manuscript fits well.
27. Is there any page limit for writing manuscripts? Are there any extra charges for an over-lengthy manuscript?
eCurater doesn’t limit the manuscript’s length. However, for an over-lengthy manuscript, additional APC may apply. For more information about preparation of manuscript, see our .
28.How is my research disseminated?
The published articles at eCurater are immediately available to be read, downloaded and shared by any end user without restriction. All the publications also appear in diverse abstracting and indexing databases. All our article pages are optimised to be globally visible in search results across all search engines. Our journals also appear in numerous full text repositories. Additionally, all the articles are provided with the option for readers to share across major social media sites to ensure a larger platform for data sharing
