Please read the instructions carefully. Articles that do not comply with our submission guidelines will not be reviewed.
All articles should be submitted via the official website: http://jcsr.ut.ac.ir.
After submission, a confirmation email will be sent to you electronically.
Multiple Submissions
It is permissible to submit two or more articles simultaneously to the Journal of Cognitive Science Research (CSR). However, please note that the journal can only publish one accepted article per author each year. Therefore, if more than one of your articles is accepted in the same year, the additional articles will be scheduled for publication in the following year.
The Journal of Cognitive Science Research (JCSR) does not charge any fees for submission, peer review, or publication of articles.
All manuscripts must be prepared in Microsoft Word format and should not exceed 22 pages, including references, figures, and tables.
All figures and tables must include a title, number (1, 2, 3, …), and source.
Figures and tables should be embedded within the manuscript and not uploaded as separate files.
Use Times New Roman, font size 12 for the main text and size 14 for the article title.
Page margins should be set to 2.5 cm on all sides.
Two files must be submitted:
Main manuscript: Includes the title, abstract, and main text, but without author names.
Title page: Includes the title, abstract, and full details of all authors.
The title page submitted at first upload cannot be changed, as it records the initial upload date.
Adding new authors after acceptance is not allowed. Ensure that all authors' names appear correctly in the initial submission.
The file type for the manuscript should be labeled “Main Manuscript File (without author’s name)” and the title page file should be labeled “Title Page.”
All manuscripts must include an abstract of 150–250 words and at least five keywords (phrases allowed).
Keywords must be listed alphabetically.
Capitalize only the first letter of each significant word in the title. Example: Deficits and Inflation: An Open Economy Model of the United States
All formulas must be created using Microsoft Equation 3.0 (do not use images).
Diagrams, charts, and graphs must have labeled axes and be of high resolution.
All references must be translated into English and formatted according to APA (7th edition) standards. Examples are available here:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.htm
Give priority to references from the past seven years to increase the probability of publication.
An ORCID iD is required for publication. Please register at: https://orcid.org/register and add it to your profile.
The total length of the paper, including all tables, figures, and appendices, should not exceed 20–22 pages.
The following forms must be completed and submitted with the manuscript:
In references, capitalize the first letter of every significant word in the title of books, articles, etc. Example: Globalization and the Manufacturing Sector: A Study of Some Selected Textile Companies in Nigeria
In journal references, only the journal title and volume number should be italicized.
This guide explains, in clear and practical language, the structure that every research article submitted to the Journal of Cognitive Science Research (JCSR) must follow. Each section is described in detail so that authors at all experience levels can prepare their manuscripts correctly.
Title
The title of the article should clearly identify what the study is about. It is important that the title includes the key concepts or variables but does not become too long or complicated. A good title helps readers immediately understand the main focus of the research. Avoid unclear, metaphorical, or overly general titles. Also avoid uncommon abbreviations. The title should also reflect the nature of the research when appropriate, for example by indicating when the study uses an experimental design or when it relates to a specific theoretical approach.
Author Information
All authors must be listed with their full names, academic positions (optional), institutional affiliations, and countries. One author must be identified as the corresponding author. The corresponding author’s institutional email address must be included so that editors and readers can contact them if needed. Authors are encouraged to include their ORCID IDs to increase transparency and identification in academic databases.
Abstract
The abstract provides a brief but complete overview of the article. It should usually be between 150 and 250 words. The abstract describes why the study was conducted, how it was conducted, what was found, and what the findings mean. It should summarize the purpose of the study, the participants, the research design, the measures and tools used, and the main results. It should end with a short statement about the significance or implications of the findings. After the abstract, authors should provide three to six keywords that help index the article in academic databases.
Introduction
The introduction explains the scientific background of the study. This section should start by describing what is already known in the field, including previous theories, models, and research findings. Authors should explain why the topic is important and what gaps or problems exist in the current knowledge. The introduction must show the logical path that leads to the research question. It should be clear why the study is necessary and what it aims to discover or test. The introduction ends with a clear research question or hypothesis, or multiple questions or hypotheses if needed. Authors should avoid turning this section into a long literature review and instead focus on building a strong argument.
Method
The purpose of the Method section is to describe the study so precisely that another researcher could repeat it. This section is usually divided into several subheadings.
Participants: This subsection describes who took part in the study. Authors must explain how participants were selected, how many there were, their key demographic characteristics (such as age or gender), and any criteria that were used to include or exclude participants. It is essential to report whether the study received ethical approval and from which institution.
Materials and Measures: In this part, authors describe all materials, instruments, questionnaires, devices, or stimuli used in the study. When standardized questionnaires or psychological scales are used, authors should report the reliability or validity if available. Any equipment must be described with enough detail that another researcher could use similar tools.
Design: Authors must explain the type of study design used. Examples include within-subject designs, between-subject designs, mixed designs, correlational studies, experimental manipulations, or observational procedures. If the study uses groups, conditions, or randomization, authors must explain how these were structured.
Procedure: This part describes exactly how the study was conducted, step by step. Authors explain what participants were asked to do, in what order, and under what conditions. This should include information about the instructions, environment, timing, and any manipulations or interventions.
Data Analysis: Authors should describe how the collected data were analyzed. This includes the statistical tests that were applied, how missing data were handled, how variables were created or transformed, and which statistical software was used. This helps readers understand how conclusions were reached.
Results
The Results section presents the findings objectively, without explaining their meaning. Authors should first report descriptive statistics such as means, standard deviations, and frequencies when appropriate. Then they should report inferential statistics, such as t-tests, ANOVAs, regression analyses, effect sizes, confidence intervals, or any other relevant method. Tables and figures may be used to present data more clearly, but they must follow APA formatting. Authors must avoid interpreting the results here; interpretation belongs in the Discussion section.
Discussion
This section explains what the results mean. Authors should compare their findings with previous studies and theories. They should explain whether the findings support or contradict existing knowledge and why. The theoretical contributions of the study should be clearly described. Authors should also address practical or clinical implications if relevant. The Discussion must include limitations that may affect the interpretation of the results and suggestions for future research. This section provides the scientific value and context of the findings, so it must be written thoughtfully and carefully.
Conclusion
The conclusion is a brief summary of the key findings and their significance. It should not repeat the Discussion but instead highlight the most important contributions of the study. The conclusion should be short, clear, and focused.
Declarations
JCSR requires all articles to include the following statements:
Author Contributions: A description of what each author contributed.
Data Availability: Information about where and how the data can be accessed.
Ethical Considerations: A statement confirming ethical approval for studies with human participants.
Funding: A note indicating whether the study received financial support.
Conflict of Interest: A statement declaring any potential conflicts.
References (APA 7th Edition Guide)
All references must follow the APA 7th referencing format. Common source types are described below.
Journal Articles
Format:
Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of the article. Journal Name, volume(issue), page range. https://doi.org/xx.xxx/yyyy
Example:
Abbasi Sooreshjani, M. , Ghorbani, N. , Hatami, J. and Mehling, W. (2025). Pain, Posture, and Perception: Investigating the Role of Bodily Primes in Placebo Analgesia. Cognitive Science Research, 1(3), 1-10. doi: 10.22059/jcsr.2025.399465.1015
Books
Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of the book. Publisher.
Book Chapters
Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Chapter title. In B. B. Editor (Ed.), Title of book (pp. xx–xx). Publisher.
Website
Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of page. Website Name. URL