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Author Guidelines

Aims and Scope:

Our journal is committed to the publication of top-tier content that spans a wide range of topics within practical and experimental nephrology, alongside related disciplines such as urology, immunology, biochemistry, microbiology, and more.

Article Types

Ukrainian Journal of Nephrology and Dialysis publishes high-quality clinical and experimental research relevant to nephrology, dialysis, and related disciplines. The journal also features narrative and systematic review articles, case reports, letters to the editor, and commentaries.

Research Article:

Research Articles present primary research findings, describing significant and original observations. Publication consideration is based on the article's originality, novelty, scientific soundness, and the appropriateness of its analysis. Authors should adhere to the EQUATOR Network guidelines for Research Articles. Approval from an Institutional Review Board (IRB) or Ethics Review Committee is mandatory for investigations involving human subjects. The template for Research Articles can be downloaded here.

Word limit: 3,000 to 5,000 words

References: Up to 50

Figures/Tables: Up to 8

Review Article:

Review Articles serve as comprehensive reviews or summaries by experts in a field, addressing a current topic. They must provide evidence and answers to a specific aspect or question, offering a critical discussion of reported data and a clear conclusion with potential impacts on the standard of care.

Word limit: 3,000 to 5,000 words

References: Up to 80

Figures/Tables: 2 to 5

Systematic Review:

Systematic Reviews focus on a research question, synthesizing high-quality research evidence. They follow the Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion format and should aim for an evidence-based conclusion. Authors are encouraged to comply with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines.

Word limit: As appropriate

References: As appropriate

 Case Report:

Case Reports detail specific clinical cases, providing valuable insights into unusual medical conditions, innovative treatments, or rare occurrences. They offer a focused examination of individual cases and contribute to the collective medical knowledge.

Word limit: As appropriate

References: As appropriate

Letter:

Letters explore subjects related to the journal's discussions, offering the author's perspective on a topic. They may discuss recently published articles, providing support or constructive critique. Letters should not include original data.

Word limit: Up to 1,000 words

References: Up to 8

 Commentary:

Commentaries draw attention to jointly published articles, discussing their context or implications and highlighting points relevant to the field. Commentaries, invited by the Editors, present the author's perspective without including original data.

Word limit: Up to 1,000 words

References: Up to 10

Editorial:

Editorials offer a viewpoint on specific articles or general subjects directly relevant to the journal, written by an editor or another journal member.

 

Submission Guidelines for Ukrainian Journal of Nephrology and Dialysis

Manuscripts submitted to the Ukrainian Journal of Nephrology and Dialysis should be original, unpublished contributions and must not be under consideration for any other publication simultaneously. Manuscripts can be written in Ukrainian or English. Authors bear the responsibility for the content of the paper, and it does not rest upon the editors or the publisher.

Authors should follow the "Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals" by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors.

Manuscripts should be submitted online at the Submission Link. For editorial inquiries, contact us via e-mail at ukrjnd@gmail.com.

Paper submission is free and must include the manuscript, and author(s)’ complete details (name, affiliation, address, phone, ORCID, and e-mail).

Manuscript Preparation:

Articles are published in Ukrainian and English. Manuscripts should be typed 1.5 spaced on standard A-4 size paper. Citations and figures/tables should be numbered consecutively. All weights and measures must be in the International Metric System (SI).

Sequence of Material Placement:

Authors' names in English.

Title of the article in English.

Name of the institution or organization in English.

Abstract of the article in English.

Keywords (5-10) in English.

Authors' names in Ukrainian (For Ukrainian authors).

Title of the article in Ukrainian.

Name of the institution or organization in Ukrainian.

Abstract and Keywords in Ukrainian.

Text of the article (English or Ukrainian).

Declarations.

List of References in Vancouver style.

Information of the corresponding author.

Abstract

A well-crafted abstract serves to succinctly capture the key aspects of the article. It must present a clear and concise overview, adhering to a structured format with the following subheadings: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusion. While the abstract permits the use of introduced abbreviations from the main text, it should avoid incorporating bibliographic references or references to figures or tables.

Keywords: Please provide 3–5 keywords highlighting the most important points of your paper.

Introduction:

The Introduction aims to provide a concise summary of the background in the relevant research field, highlighting specific issues under investigation. It should articulate the hypotheses being explored and clearly state the main goal(s) of the study. However, conclusions or findings should not be incorporated into the Introduction section.

Methods:

The Methods section must transparently outline all inclusion and exclusion criteria, detail the research methods employed, and specify the variables under evaluation. Additionally, it should elucidate how outcomes were assessed. Terms should be adequately defined, and statistical information should be presented in sufficient detail to facilitate study replication. If the manuscript pertains to a clinical trial, please include the clinical trial number.

Results:

The Results section is dedicated to outlining the most pivotal findings of the study, analysis, or experiment. It should highlight the key results and elucidate any relevant trends or patterns identified. Figures and Tables should be integrated into the main text following their initial mention.

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Table 1. Tables should be placed in the main text near the first time they are cited.

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1 Tables may have a footer. Define all the abbreviations.

 Discussion:

In the Discussion section, an assessment of the results should be provided. This involves a clear exploration of the implications, significance, and novelty of the presented results, along with an examination of whether the data aligns with or contradicts previous studies. A Limitations statement should be included.

Conclusions:

The Conclusions section serves to offer a final summary and interpretation of the study's outcomes. It should reiterate the main findings and discuss their broader implications, potentially suggesting avenues for future research. The Conclusions section is distinct from the Discussion, providing a focused synthesis of the study's key takeaways.

Statements

All papers must contain the following statements after the main body of the text and before the reference list.

Ethics Statement:

Provide the name and affiliation of the committee that reviewed and approved the study, along with the associated decision reference number. A sample statement is as follows: "This study protocol was subject to review and approval by [committee name and affiliation], approval number [XXX]." If ethics approval was not necessary or if the study received an exemption, kindly specify, including the name of the ethics committee that granted the exemption.

For studies involving human participants, specify whether written informed consent was obtained from participants (or their parent/legal guardian/next of kin) for their participation in the study. If written informed consent was not required or if the study received an exemption from obtaining written informed consent, please state this, including the name of the ethics committee that made that decision.

Conflict of Interest Statement:

Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest. This includes all forms of financial support or involvement (such as employment, consultancies, honoraria, stock ownership, options, expert testimony, grants, or patents received or pending, royalties) within the previous three years, regardless of their apparent relevance to the paper. Additionally, any nonfinancial relationships (personal, political, or professional) that could potentially influence the manuscript's writing must be declared. If no conflict of interest exists, please state: "The authors have no conflicts of interest to declare."

Funding Sources:

Authors are required to provide comprehensive details about the funding of any research relevant to their study. This involves naming sponsors and explaining their roles in study design, execution, analysis, manuscript conception, planning, writing, and the decision to publish. If the sponsor or funder played no role in any of these aspects, use the statement: "The funder had no role in the design, data collection, data analysis, and reporting of this study." It is advisable to spell out the funding body's name in full and include the grant number in brackets. Multiple grant numbers should be separated by commas and spaces. If the study received no funding, state: "This study was not supported by any sponsor or funder."

Author Contributions:

In the Author Contributions section, provide a brief statement outlining the contributions of each named author, including their initials and specific contributions. Contributors who do not meet the ICMJE Criteria for Authorship should be acknowledged in the Acknowledgment section.

Data Availability Statement:

Authors are mandated to include a Data Availability Statement in their article, specifying the availability and location of data. The journal encourages authors to make all datasets supporting the paper's conclusions available to editors, reviewers, and readers without unnecessary restrictions. If research data are not publicly accessible due to legal or ethical reasons, clearly state it, along with any conditions for accessing the data.

Acknowledgment (optional)

In the Acknowledgement section, authors may include individuals, who are not listed as authors, and organizations that have made substantive contributions to the research or the manuscript. An exception is where funding was provided, which should be included in Funding Sources.

References

Citations within the text should be indicated in sequential order using Arabic numerals enclosed in square brackets. The reference list must comprise solely those publications referenced in the text, arranged numerically in the sequence of citations. For additional guidance and examples on formatting references, kindly refer to the corresponding tab on the website: Reference List and Citations Style Guide.

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