Instructions for Author

These guidelines help authors prepare manuscripts for Journal of Aging Research And Healthcare (JARH). Please review scope fit, formatting, and ethics requirements before submission to ensure a smooth review process.

Journal at a glance

ISSN: 2474-7785 | DOI prefix: 10.14302/issn.2474-7785 | License: CC BY 4.0 | Open access publishing

Scope fit

JARH publishes geroscience, geriatrics, and aging care systems research. Manuscripts should demonstrate clear relevance to older adult outcomes and address biological, clinical, behavioral, or policy dimensions of aging. Submissions should also highlight how results inform practice, caregiving, or policy decisions and describe the care setting or population context.

• Biological mechanisms of aging linked to health outcomes.
• Geriatric clinical care, multimorbidity, and frailty.
• Cognitive and neurodegenerative aging, dementia care, caregiver support.
• Rehabilitation, mobility, falls prevention, and functional independence.
• Mental health, social connection, and behavioral interventions.
• Long term care, age friendly systems, policy, and equity.

Article types

JARH accepts original research, systematic reviews, meta analyses, methods papers, short communications, and policy focused perspectives. Select the article type that best matches your evidence and study design.

• Original research: Full studies with clear objectives, rigorous methods, and validated results.
• Systematic reviews and meta analyses: Evidence syntheses with explicit methodology.
• Methods and protocols: Validated assessment tools, interventions, or care models.
• Short communications: Concise findings with clear aging outcomes.

Manuscript structure

Use a clear, logical structure with consistent terminology. Most research articles should include the sections below.

• Title, abstract, and 4 to 6 keywords.
• Introduction outlining the aging problem and rationale.
• Methods with participants, measures, and analytic approach.
• Results with clear tables, figures, and statistical reporting.
• Discussion highlighting implications for older adults or systems.
• Conclusion summarizing outcomes and future directions.

Formatting and style

Use clear headings, standard abbreviations, and consistent terminology for older adult populations. Define abbreviations on first use and ensure that tables and figures match the language used in the text. Use person-first, respectful terminology and specify age ranges to avoid ambiguity.

• Use descriptive section headings that reflect aging outcomes.
• Provide units, scales, and measurement tools for all outcomes.
• Ensure references are current and relevant to aging research.

Language and length

Manuscripts should be written in clear, professional English. Keep sections concise and focus on results that matter for aging outcomes. If the manuscript is lengthy, use subheadings to improve readability. Keep acronyms consistent throughout the manuscript.

Avoid jargon where possible and define specialized terms for interdisciplinary readers. Consistent language helps reviewers from different aging disciplines interpret findings accurately.

Statistical and outcome reporting

Report statistical methods clearly, including significance thresholds, confidence intervals, and effect sizes where appropriate. Describe how missing data were handled and whether analyses were adjusted for confounders. Where possible, report clinically meaningful thresholds or minimal clinically important differences for key outcomes.

For aging studies, specify functional, cognitive, or quality of life outcomes and provide clinically meaningful interpretation of results.

Abstract and keywords

Provide a structured abstract with objective, methods, results, and conclusion. Use keywords that reflect aging relevance, population group, and primary outcomes.

Keywords should improve discoverability in indexing services and clearly signal the geroscience or geriatrics focus of the manuscript.

Reporting guidelines

Use recognized reporting frameworks when applicable to improve transparency and review efficiency. Indicate the guideline used in the methods section.

• CONSORT for randomized controlled trials.
• STROBE for observational studies.
• PRISMA for systematic reviews and meta analyses.
• COREQ for qualitative research when appropriate.

Figures and tables

Figures and tables should be high resolution, clearly labeled, and referenced in the text. Use consistent units and include sample sizes and statistical notes where relevant.

• Include descriptive captions that explain outcomes for older adults.
• Ensure abbreviations are defined on first use.
• Provide legends for all visual elements.

File formats and quality

Submit figures in clear, high resolution formats and ensure that tables remain editable. Avoid embedding text in low resolution images when the same data can be presented as a table.

Use consistent naming conventions for files and include figure numbers that match the manuscript text.

Ethics, consent, and transparency

Studies involving humans or animals must include ethics approval and consent statements. Include approval identifiers and institutional review information.

• Ethics approval and informed consent are required.
• Disclose funding sources and conflicts of interest.
• Provide data availability and reproducibility statements.
• Include trial registration or protocol registration when applicable.

Clinical trial registration

Clinical trials should be registered in a publicly accessible registry. Provide the registry name and identifier in the manuscript. For observational studies, include protocol information or a link to a registered protocol when available.

Registration enhances transparency and aligns with international standards for aging research reporting.

Authorship and ORCID

List all authors with complete affiliations and email addresses. Identify the corresponding author and provide ORCID IDs when available to support indexing and author recognition.

Include an author contributions statement describing the role of each contributor, and ensure that all authors approve the final manuscript and order.

Patient and public involvement

When relevant, describe how older adults, caregivers, or community representatives contributed to study design, recruitment, or interpretation. This strengthens relevance and transparency in aging research.

If no patient or public involvement occurred, state this explicitly in the manuscript.

Data availability

Include a data availability statement describing where data can be accessed. If data are restricted, state the reason and how requests can be handled.

Supplemental files should provide extended methods, instruments, or datasets that improve reproducibility. Provide file descriptions so readers can interpret instruments and replication materials quickly.

References

Cite references consistently and include DOI links where available. Verify that citations reflect current evidence and align with aging related outcomes.

Use a consistent citation style throughout the manuscript and check that every in text citation appears in the reference list.

Supplemental materials

Supplemental files are encouraged for extended methods, survey instruments, intervention protocols, or additional analyses. These materials improve reproducibility and help readers apply findings in care settings.

Label supplemental files clearly and reference them in the manuscript text.

Cover letter and suggested reviewers

Provide a cover letter summarizing the manuscript contribution and aging relevance. You may also suggest reviewers with appropriate expertise.

• Summarize the key outcomes and why they matter for older adults.
• Explain how the study advances geroscience, geriatrics, or care systems.
• List suggested reviewers with institutional emails and no conflicts.

Submission checklist

• Title and abstract clearly state aging relevance.
• Methods include population details and validated measures.
• Results address older adult outcomes, caregiver impacts, or system effects.
• Ethics approvals, consent, and disclosures are complete.
• Figures and tables are labeled and referenced.
• All authors approve the final manuscript and order.

Pre submission inquiry

If you are uncertain about scope fit, you may send a short inquiry before submission. Include the title, study design, and a brief summary of the aging outcomes addressed.

Email [email protected] for guidance.

How to submit

Authors may submit through ManuscriptZone, the online submission form, or email. Use the route that best fits your workflow.

Review and revisions

All submissions undergo editorial screening and peer review. If revisions are requested, respond to each reviewer comment and highlight changes in the manuscript.

Timely revisions and clear responses help maintain review momentum and reduce delays.

Originality and plagiarism screening

JARH screens submissions for originality to protect research integrity. Authors should ensure that text, figures, and data are original or properly cited with permissions where required.

Manuscripts with excessive similarity or duplicate publication may be returned without review.

After acceptance

Accepted manuscripts move into production for copyediting, layout, and author proof review. Articles are then published online with DOI assignment and open access licensing.

Ensure that all final corrections are consolidated during proof review to avoid publication delays.

Article processing charges

JARH is open access, and APCs support editorial management and production. Waivers and discounts are considered for eligible authors.

See the Article Processing Charges page for details.

Copyright and licensing

JARH publishes under the CC BY 4.0 license, allowing reuse with attribution. Authors retain copyright and can share their work widely in repositories, institutional websites, and teaching resources.

If your funding agency requires specific licensing language, contact the editorial office before acceptance.

Language editing support

Authors who need language or formatting support can use the Language Editing Service. This improves clarity and ensures manuscripts meet professional presentation standards.

For questions about scope or submission requirements, contact [email protected]. Clear language strengthens peer review outcomes and improves indexing performance.

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