Call for Papers

Emerging Frontiers in Translational Biomedicine and Health Sciences (EFTBHS) invites submissions of high quality manuscripts that advance translational research where molecular, clinical, and population health insights converge to improve human well-being. We welcome original research, systematic reviews, brief communications, case reports with clear translational value, and commentaries that bridge discovery and application.

For a complete description of the journal’s focus, visit the About page.

Manuscript Types

Type Description Word Limit
Original Research Comprehensive reports of new findings in biomedicine or health sciences ≤ 6,000
Reviews and Meta-analyses Synthesis of current evidence providing new interpretation or frameworks ≤ 7,000
Short Communications Concise findings, pilot data, or method validation ≤ 3,000
Case Reports Instructive clinical cases with explicit translational insight ≤ 2,500
Perspectives and Commentaries Analytical essays on emerging issues or debates ≤ 2,000
Systematic Reviews and Protocols PRISMA-aligned reviews or registered protocols As required
Editorials By invitation By invitation

Submission Process

Submit online via the EFTBHS Submission Portal. New users should register an account; returning users can log in to start a submission.

  • Complete the submission checklist and required metadata
  • Upload the manuscript and all supplementary files
  • Provide ethical approvals, conflict of interest, funding, and data availability statements
  • Follow applicable reporting standards such as CONSORT, PRISMA, STROBE, ARRIVE, or CARE

For assistance, use the Contact page.

Formatting and Style

  • Manuscripts in clear English, double spaced, Times New Roman 12 pt
  • Include title page, abstract max 300 words, and 3 to 6 keywords
  • Structure the main text with clear section headings
  • Use Vancouver reference style with numbered citations and DOIs where possible
  • Tables and figures should be high resolution and properly labeled

Peer Review and Timeline

EFTBHS uses a double blind peer review process. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent reviewers.

  • Initial decision typically within 3 to 6 weeks
  • Revision window usually 14 to 21 days
  • Final decisions based on scientific rigor, originality, and contribution

Publication Fees

Fee Type Authors in Nigeria Authors outside Nigeria
Manuscript Handling Fee ₦5,000 (non refundable) N/A
Article Processing Charge (APC) on acceptance ₦50,000 USD 100

Payments can be made by manual bank transfer or through secure online payment when available.

Payment Confirmation

After completing your payment by transfer, email proof of payment such as a receipt, transaction ID, or screenshot to the editorial office for confirmation.

Email: [email protected]
Subject: Payment Confirmation – [Article ID / Author Name]

Refund and Cancellation Policy

Payments are non refundable once editorial processing has begun. Refunds may be considered only in cases of duplicate payments or withdrawal before editorial processing starts.

Indexing and Discoverability

The journal’s content is available and being indexed with services such as Google Scholar, DOAJ, ROAD, and AJOL. Metadata is exposed via OAI-PMH to support repository inclusion.

Open Access and License

All articles are immediately open access and published under the Creative Commons Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY NC SA 4.0) license. Readers may read and share articles for non commercial use with attribution and share alike terms.

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Contact

Editorial Office – EFTBHS
College of Health Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://eftbhs.com