Submissions

Author Guidelines

Manuscript Submission Guidelines

Before submitting your manuscript to Georgian Biomaterials Journal, it is imperative to review the Aims & Scope.

The Georgian Biomaterials Journal (Publisher: University of Georgia Publishing House) follows the guidelines of COPE (COPE Code of Conduct and Best Practice Guidelines; https://publicationethics.org/files/Code_of_conduct_for_journal_editors_Mar11.pdf and https://publicationethics.org/core-practices). Furthermore, the journal aligns with the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) (https://www.icmje.org/recommendations) concerning the ethical conduct, reporting, editing, and publication of scientific research in the health and biomedical sciences. We also follow the most recent Good Publication Practice (GPP3) guidelines on authorship and transparency (https://www.ismpp.org/gpp3).

By submitting a manuscript to this journal, authors confirm that they have read and agreed to all policies and ethical requirements outlined. The papers must follow the Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journals from the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE).

Online Submission

Manuscripts must be submitted exclusively through the online submission system at https://geobioj.com/geo/index.php/geo/login. The editorial office does not accept submissions via third-party agencies or intermediaries. Submissions should be made by the corresponding author or one of the listed co-authors submissions by individuals not involved in the work will not be considered. The corresponding author is responsible for uploading the signed copyright form along with the manuscript.

Only manuscripts written in English will be accepted. Authors are strongly encouraged to have their manuscripts reviewed by a native English speaker to ensure correct grammar and language quality. A professional language check is highly recommended prior to submission to avoid delays in the peer review process.

Each submission must also be accompanied by a cover letter that includes a statement confirming that the study adheres to current ethical standards.

Manuscript Preparation

Registered users can monitor the status of their submissions by logging into the system with their credentials. Manuscripts that do not comply with the “Authors' Guidelines” will be returned to the authors for technical revisions prior to the editorial and peer-review process. Submissions should generally include multiple separate files.

Cover Letter:
A cover letter addressed to the Editor-in-Chief must be submitted with the manuscript. This letter should include the type of the article and a statement confirming that the manuscript is not under review elsewhere and has been submitted exclusively to this journal. These details may be included on the first page of the manuscript or in the cover letter itself.

Article Types Overview

Original Research Articles
These are detailed studies that present new and important findings, typically running up to about 8,000 words, covering tables, figures, and references. The focus is on originality and scientific validity, especially regarding the methods used in analysis. When preparing these papers, authors should adhere to the guidelines provided by the EQUATOR Network for original research. Additionally, any research involving humans or animals must have approval from the relevant ethics committee of the institution, hospital, or university involved. References in these articles should be limited to no more than 25.

Review Articles
Review articles summarize and synthesize existing research on a recent or significant topic, generally up to 8,000 words, including tables, figures, and references. These papers offer a thorough discussion of current studies and aim to reach balanced conclusions based on previous research and ongoing debates.

Systematic Reviews
These are rigorous literature reviews that analyze all high-quality studies related to a specific question. They must follow a structured format: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. The goal is to draw evidence-based conclusions. The Methods section needs to clearly describe the search strategy, data extraction process, evidence grading, and analysis methods. Authors should conform to PRISMA guidelines (www.prisma-statement.org). The topic should be well-defined, and the review should lead to solid, evidence-based findings. Authors are also encouraged to register their systematic reviews on PROSPERO (https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/).
For meta-analyses of observational studies, the MOOSE guidelines (http://www.ijo.in/documents/14MOOSE_SS.pdf) should be followed.
Guidelines for reporting can be found at the EQUATOR network (www.equator-network.org).

Mini-reviews 

Mini-reviews must follow a well-defined structure, including an introduction, a detailed body, and a conclusion. Each section should highlight the current progress and developments in the relevant field. The goal of these reviews is to update readers of the Journal of Composites and Compounds on the most recent innovations across a range of areas, such as clinical and biological applications, nanotechnology, energy, sensors, catalysis, environmental technologies, and surface modification methods.

These articles should be succinct, with a maximum length of 3,000 words. The abstract should not exceed 350 words. Authors may include two or three tables or figures where appropriate, along with 50 to 100 references. In some cases, longer reviews may be accepted if the subject warrants extended discussion.

All submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process. Authors should avoid including unpublished data, works currently under review, or personal communications, as this may lead to rejection or delays during the review process.

Case Reports
These are detailed descriptions of individual cases that highlight a unique or unusual patient history, possibly involving a single case or a series of cases. The focus is on new insights gained from the presentation, investigation, or management of the case. It’s highly recommended to follow the CARE guidelines (http://www.care-statement.org/), including submitting the CARE checklist as a separate file. References should be limited to 15.

Commentaries
Commentaries offer a platform for focused insights, allowing authors to propose specific directions or address recent scientific topics with strong relevance. These articles should be concise no longer than 1,000 words (typically one to two pages)and must include references. While abstracts and keywords are not required, all commentaries are peer-reviewed to ensure their significance, quality, and relevance.

News and Views
This section covers recent breakthroughs or developments in kidney disease treatment, including the perspectives of the authors. Up to 10 references are allowed.

Hypothesis
Short papers that propose a new, well-supported hypothesis related to kidney disease treatment or related topics. These should clearly state the hypothesis and include references (no more than 10) to back it up.

Perspective
Perspective articles, usually by invitation, discuss recent advancements in a specific area while offering the author’s personal outlook on the future of the field. They must be framed within the context of relevant literature from the past three years and follow a format similar to a review.

Typically written by one or two authors, these articles communicate exciting developments to an interdisciplinary audience.

They should be 2,000–4,000 words in total, including abstract, main text, references, and figure legends. Titles must be concise and engaging; abstracts limited to 50 words, and references capped at 35. All submissions undergo rigorous peer review.

Editorials
These are opinion or commentary articles on current or relevant topics within the journal’s scope, typically written by editors or invited experts. They should include no more than 10 references.

Letters to the Editor
Letters can comment on or debate recent articles published in the journal, sharing opinions or discussing controversies. The journal will review these with the original authors before publication. Limit references to 10.

Declaration of Conflicting Interests

Authors are required to disclose any financial interests, relationships, commercial affiliations, or other circumstances that could be perceived by the academic community as potential conflicts of interest. In the absence of such relationships, authors should include the statement: “All authors declare no conflicts of interest related to this manuscript.”

It is mandatory to upload a ‘Declaration of Conflicting Interests’ statement during the submission process. Additionally, authors must complete the Conflict of Interest form available at the following link: Conflict.doc

Authors’ Contributions

All submitted manuscripts must include a clear statement detailing each author’s contribution. Individuals who contributed to the research but do not meet the  ICMJE Criteria for Authorship should be recognized in the Acknowledgments section.

If any changes to the list of authors (addition or removal) are made after submission, a formal letter of explanation and an updated signed copyright form must be provided.

Authors’ contributions may be described using the following categories:

• Conceptualization
• Methodology
• Validation
• Formal Analysis
• Investigation
• Resources
• Data Curation
• Writing – Original Draft
• Writing – Review & Editing
• Visualization
• Supervision
• Project Administration
• Funding Acquisition

Availability of Materials and Protocols

For original research articles, the Methods section must provide sufficient detail to allow reproducibility. GBJ strongly encourages authors to share their experimental protocols via [https://www.protocols.io] , an open-access platform. When using this service, please cite the DOI of your protocol in both the Methods section and the reference list.

Additionally, the journal supports the inclusion of Research Resource Identifiers (RRIDs) to improve resource transparency. Authors are encouraged to include RRIDs in the Materials and Methods section when applicable. For more information, visit: [https://www.rrids.org/] and [ https://scicrunch.org/resources]

Formatting:

Authors are kindly requested to format their manuscripts according to the journal template. You can download the template file here.

Manuscript Formatting and Submission Guidelines for the Georgian Biomaterials Journal

General Formatting Instructions
Manuscripts must be submitted in Microsoft Word format and should include page numbers. The use of footnotes is strictly prohibited.
All abbreviations must be defined in full upon their first appearance both in the abstract and in the main body of the manuscript.

When referring to pharmaceutical compounds, generic drug names should be used. Trademarked or registered drug names must be accompanied by the superscript ® or ™ symbols as appropriate.

Manuscript Structure
Articles submitted to the Georgian Biomaterials Journal, whether original research or review articles, should follow the structure below:

    Title

    Title Page

    Structured Abstract

    Keywords

    Main Text

    Conclusion

    Study Limitations

    Acknowledgments

    Authors' Contributions

    Ethical Considerations

    Conflict of Interest Statement

    Data Availability Statement

    Consent for Publication

    Funding Information

    References

    Figures/Illustrations (if applicable)

    Tables (if applicable)

    Supplementary Material (if applicable)

Title Page 
The title of the manuscript should be concise and must include a short running title (maximum 80 characters). Below the title, list all authors’ names along with their full affiliations in the following order: department, institution, city and province/state, followed by the country.

Authors must include their ORCID iDs, which can be registered at https://orcid.org. The corresponding author should also provide a valid phone number and email address (academic and/or personal).

Abstract Format
All research articles, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses must be accompanied by a structured abstract. Suggested subheadings include:

    Introduction

    Objectives

    Materials and Methods (or Patients and Methods)

    Results

    Conclusion

Keywords
Select at least three relevant keywords related to the core content of the manuscript.

Introduction
The introduction should briefly present the scientific background (within 600 words), supported by appropriate references. Avoid overloading with literature. The final paragraph should clearly state the research objectives.

Objectives
This section should succinctly define the purpose and aims of the study.

Materials and Methods / Patients and Methods
Provide adequate methodological details to allow reproducibility. Include supplier information (company name, city, country) and catalog numbers where relevant. If previously published methods are used, cite the original work and describe only significant modifications. Clearly specify any hazards or ethical concerns. For studies involving humans or animals, mention the approval by ethics committees and confirm that informed consent was obtained.

Results
Present results clearly and concisely. Use appropriate figures or tables, but avoid presenting the same data in multiple formats. Interpretations should be reserved for the Discussion section.

Discussion
Discuss the implications and significance of your findings without restating the results. Avoid excessive citation of existing literature.

Conclusion
Summarize the key findings in a standalone section. This may also be integrated into the Discussion, if preferred.

Tables
Tables must be created in Word (DOC or RTF format) and saved as a separate document. Do not include tables within the main text.

Figures
Figures should be submitted in high-resolution formats (TIF or EPS), adhering to the following specifications:

    Line art (e.g., charts): 1200 dpi

    Black & white photos (halftones): 300 dpi

    Combined images (e.g., labeled figures): 600 dpi
    Vector graphics should be submitted in EPS format

Reference Formatting
All references, including web URLs, must be cited in numerical order based on their first appearance in the text, tables, or figure legends. Each citation should be enclosed in square brackets [ ] and assigned a unique number. While referencing authors by name in the text is acceptable, the corresponding reference number must always be included.

Please limit the number of citations to only those that are essential. If using reference management software with automatic numbering, ensure that the references are properly finalized and formatted before submission.

For reference management, it is strongly recommended to use EndNote, with the GBJ EndNote Style File. All citations in the manuscript whether in the main text, tables, or figures must match the numerical order of the reference list.

All citations in the text, tables or figures must correspond to the numerical order of the reference list. In the reference list at the end of the text, list the first six authors followed by "et al." for the remaining authors. Only include published or accepted articles in the reference list. For works that are accepted but not yet published, use "in press" instead of page numbers. For material intended for publication but not yet accepted, use "unpublished work" or "submitted for publication." Unpublished data or personal communications should be cited only in the text and not listed in the reference list.

All references should have a valid link or DOI.

• Millanao AR, Mora AY, Villagra NA, Bucarey SA, Hidalgo AA. Biological effects of quinolones: a family of broad-spectrum antimicrobial agents. Molecules. 2021;26(23):7153. DOI: https://doi.org/....
• Chierentin L, Salgado HR. Review of properties and analytical methods for the determination of norfloxacin. Critical reviews in analytical chemistry. 2016;46(1):22-39. Available from: https://www.elsevier.com/