We welcome high-quality submissions from researchers, scholars, and practitioners in the fields of agriculture, environmental sciences, and related disciplines. Follow the steps below to submit your article for consideration in the Makerere University Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (MUJAES):
1. Review the Author Guidelines
Before submitting, carefully read our Author Guidelines to ensure your manuscript adheres to the journal’s requirements, including formatting, referencing style, and ethical considerations.
2. Prepare Your Manuscript
Ensure your manuscript includes the following:
- Title page with author details (full names, affiliations, and contact information)
- Abstract (maximum 300 words)
- Keywords (3–5 relevant terms)
- Main text with sections (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, etc.)
- References formatted as per the journal’s citation style
- Tables, figures, and supplementary material (if applicable)
3. Check for Ethical Compliance
MUJAES upholds the highest ethical standards in research publication. Confirm that your manuscript complies with ethical guidelines, including:
- Proper acknowledgment of funding sources and collaborators
- Adherence to ethical research practices
- Obtaining necessary permissions for previously published content
4. Register on the Submission Portal
Visit our online submission portal, read through and create an account to start the submissions process.
5. Submit Your Manuscript
Log in to the portal and upload your manuscript along with any required documents, including:
- A cover letter addressed to the Editor-in-Chief
- Copyright transfer agreement
- Ethical clearance certificate (if applicable)
6. Confirmation and Review Process
Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation email with a tracking ID for your manuscript. Your submission will undergo:
- Preliminary Screening: Ensures compliance with journal guidelines.
- Peer Review: A double-blind review process by subject matter experts.
- Editorial Decision: Acceptance, revision, or rejection based on reviewer feedback.
7. Publication
Accepted manuscripts are copyedited, typeset, and scheduled for publication in an upcoming issue. Authors will receive proofs for final review before publication.
We look forward to your valuable contributions to advancing research in agricultural and environmental sciences. If you have any questions, please contact the Editorial Office
Email: jtumutegyereize@gmail.com | mujaes.caes@mak.ac.ug | mujaes1997@gmail.com
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