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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 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.