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The full article processing charge (APC) is waived for every manuscript submitted before August 1, 2026. Learn about our APC policy →
Author Resources
Every page below contains information you should review before submitting. The Guide for Authors is the canonical reference; the rest are deep-dives on specific aspects of the submission and publication process.
Guide for Authors
Article-type specifications, manuscript structure, formatting, references, ethics, and reporting checklists. The canonical reference for every submission.
Manuscript Templates
Downloadable Word templates and worked examples for every article type. Pre-formatted to OSCRSJ specifications (Times New Roman 12pt, double-spaced, line numbering on, italic-only headings).
Peer Review Process
How OSCRSJ evaluates manuscripts: double-blind review, two independent reviewers, decision categories, and turnaround targets.
Editorial Policies
Patient consent, IRB approval, data availability, conflict of interest, authorship criteria (ICMJE), and AI disclosure requirements.
APC & Fees
Article processing charges, the launch-window waiver, and discount eligibility for low-income countries, lower-middle-income countries, and first-time authors.
Open Access Policy
Licensing terms (CC BY-NC-ND 4.0), copyright retention, and reuse rights for authors and readers.
Author FAQ
Common questions on submission, peer review, formatting, ethics, and post-publication. Start here if you are unsure about any submission step.
Guide for Reviewers
Standards, ethics, and the section-by-section review structure we expect from peer reviewers at OSCRSJ.