Instructions for Authors | Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research

Instructions for Authors

Welcome, authors. This guide explains how to prepare and submit your manuscript to Current Topics in Nutraceutical Research (CTNR). Please read carefully before submitting.

Submit via Journal System editorctnr@nchpjournals.com

Aims & Scope

CTNR publishes high-quality, peer-reviewed research on nutraceuticals and functional foods. Focus areas include bioactive compounds; extraction/characterization; formulation & stability; clinical/animal/in-vitro studies; nutrigenomics & metabolomics; safety/toxicology; regulatory perspectives; and evidence-based reviews. Our readership includes clinicians, pharmacists, dietitians, and researchers in preventive medicine.

Article Types

The journal accepts the following manuscript types. Please align your submission accordingly.

Article Type Max Length Abstract References
Review Articles ~25 pages Unstructured, < 200 words No limit
Research Articles ~20 pages Structured, < 200 words ~ 40 references
Short Communications ~10 pages Unstructured, < 150 words ~ 20 references
Letters to the Editor ~2 pages Not required ~ 5 references

Submission Process

All submissions should be a single Word document (.doc or .docx). Use the online portal whenever possible.

Preferred: Submit via the journal system.

Queries only: editorctnr@nchpjournals.com

Article Processing Charges (APCs)

As an open-access journal, we charge APCs to cover publication costs. Fees for 2025–2026 are based on World Bank income data.

Fee waivers: Available for non-funded research from economically stressed countries. Contact the editor before submission to request a waiver.
Country Income LevelAPC (2025–2026)
Low & Lower-Middle Income$499 USD
Upper-Middle & High Income$1,000 USD

Manuscript Preparation

  • File format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx).
  • Font: Times New Roman, 12-point.
  • Spacing: Double-spaced throughout (including references and tables).
  • Margins: 1-inch (2.54 cm) on all sides.
  • Page numbers: Consecutively numbered from the title page.

Manuscript Structure

The manuscript must be a single file containing the sections below, in order:

  1. Title Page: Title; author names & affiliations; corresponding author details (name, email, address).
  2. Abstract: Max 200 words. Structured (Objective, Methods, Results, Conclusion) for Research Articles.
  3. Keywords: 3–5 keywords.
  4. Introduction
  5. Materials and Methods: study design, subjects, statistics; include ethics approval and informed consent as applicable.
  6. Results
  7. Discussion
  8. Conclusion
  9. Acknowledgements & Conflict of Interest
  10. References
  11. Tables & Figures: Each on a separate page at the end, with titles and legends.

References

Cite in-text with author and year (e.g., Smith, 2023). List alphabetically. Example formats:

Journal Article:
Halpern SD, Ubel PA, Caplan AL. Solid-organ transplantation in HIV-infected patients. N Engl J Med. 2002;347:284–7.
Book Chapter:
Meltzer PS, Kallioniemi A, Trent JM. Chromosome alterations in human solid tumors. In: Vogelstein B, Kinzler KW, editors. The genetic basis of human cancer. New York: McGraw-Hill; 2002. p. 93–113.

Peer Review & Ethics

Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo closed, double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts. Final decisions are made by the handling editor based on reviewer feedback.

Ethical standards: Human research must comply with the Declaration of Helsinki; animal studies must follow accepted welfare standards. An ethics approval statement is mandatory.

Conflict of Interest

All authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could inappropriately influence their work. Include a conflict-of-interest statement in the manuscript.

Ready to Submit?

Ensure your files follow the guidance above, then submit via the portal.

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