Author Guide

Introduction 

The Student Journal of Science Discovery (SJSD) is a student-run, open-access journal that helps young scientists share their first discoveries. We give high school and college students a place to publish their original research, literature reviews, and science essays. Our goal is to connect classroom learning with real-world research while encouraging students to explore across different subjects.

Submission Eligibility

• Submissions are open to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students worldwide.
• Work must be original and not published elsewhere.
• Co-authorship is allowed, but the primary author must be a student.

Article Types

We accept the following types of submissions:

1. Original Research Articles: Full reports of scientific investigations.
2. Review Articles: Critical syntheses of current literature on a specific topic.
3. Short Communications: Brief reports of preliminary findings or methodologies.
4. Scientific Perspectives: Essays on contemporary scientific issues or ethics.

Submission Process

Step 1: Prepare Your Manuscript

• Format your manuscript in English or Chinese.
• Include the following sections:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Title
• Abstract (max. 250 words)
• Introduction
• Methods
• Results
• Discussion
• References

    Use APA citation style consistently.

Step 2: Membership Fee

1. A one-time membership fee of $50 is required for submission.
2. This fee supports the journal’s open-access model and covers administrative costs.
3. Fee waivers are available for authors with financial constraints (contact us for details)

​​​​​​​Step 3: Submit Your Work

1. Email your manuscript as a Word document to [sjsd@sjsd-journal.com].
2. Include a cover letter with:

• Author names and affiliations.
• A statement confirming the work is original.
• A brief explanation of the significance of your research.

Peer Review Process

• Submissions undergo a mentored peer review by student reviewers and faculty advisors.
• Feedback will be constructive and focused on helping you improve your work.
• The review process typically takes 4–6 weeks.

​​​​​​​Publication Ethics

• Misconduct: Actions such as plagiarism (using another's work without attribution), data fabrication (making up data), or data falsification (manipulating data) are considered serious academic misconduct and will result in rejection. 
• Authorship: Manuscripts must be original work by the stated authors and should not infringe on the rights of others. 
• Data integrity: Authors must be prepared to provide raw data if suspicions of fabrication or manipulation are raised, even after publication. ​​​​​​​

 Benefits of Publishing with SJSD

• Open Access: No fees for readers, and your work is accessible worldwide.
• Mentored Growth: Receive detailed feedback to refine your scientific writing and research skills.
• Global Visibility: Join a community of young scientists and share your discoveries.
• Launchpad for Dreams: SJSD is more than a journal—it’s the first step toward a scientific career.