Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging
Published by SPJ Publication (An Official Journal of AARIS)
eISSN: 3048-5568
eISSN: 3048-5568
All manuscripts must be submitted through the journal’s online submission system, which manages the entire peer review and publication process, from initial submission to final publication. Authors must first register and create an account before submitting their work. Once registered, they can upload manuscripts and supporting documents, track the progress of their submission, receive editorial decisions, and submit revisions when required. Existing users can login to access their accounts and continue the submission process. All submitted manuscripts must be original and unpublished work, and they should not be under review or consideration by any other journal at the same time. The corresponding author holds primary responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the manuscript, manages all communication with the journal, and ensures that all listed co-authors meet the required authorship criteria. For any pre-submission queries or technical support, authors may contact the Editor-in-Chief at editor@spjmhs.com
Our editorial process is designed to ensure a thorough and fair evaluation of every manuscript while keeping the process clear and efficient for authors.
Authors can request an appeal if they believe a decision on their manuscript was not fair or accurate. Appeals are considered only in specific situations, such as when there is a clear error in the review, a misunderstanding of the study methods or results, or a problem in the review process itself. To submit an appeal, authors must send a written request to the Editorial Office clearly explaining the reason for the appeal. The request should include strong supporting evidence and directly respond to the points mentioned in the decision letter. Appeals must be submitted within 14 days of receiving the decision. Once received, the appeal is reviewed independently by a senior editorial team, and a decision is usually made within 1–2 weeks. The final decision is made by the Editor-in-Chief and is considered final. For appeals, contact: em@spjmhs.com
The Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging is committed to maintaining standards of research integrity by following internationally accepted ethical guidelines. Before a manuscript is sent for peer review, it is checked for similarity using tools such as iThenticate or Turnitin. Although a general guideline is to keep similarity below 10% for self-content and 15% overall (excluding references), each submission is carefully reviewed to ensure proper citation and originality. The journal follows a strict zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism. If significant copied or unattributed content is identified before publication, the manuscript will be rejected, and all authors will be informed. If plagiarism is discovered after publication, the article will be officially withdrawn. In such cases, the authors’ institutions may be notified, and restrictions may be placed on future submissions from those involved. For serious or repeated ethical violations, the journal may report the issue to relevant academic authorities or funding bodies. Anyone who suspects ethical misconduct, including plagiarism, can report it confidentially to the Editor-in-Chief at editor@spjmhs.com. All concerns are handled carefully and investigated fairly and confidentially.
All research involving human participants must follow strict ethical standards, including international guidelines such as the Declaration of Helsinki (2013) and ICMJE recommendations, along with all relevant institutional and national regulations. Authors are required to provide clear proof of ethical approval, including the name of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) or ethics committee, approval number, and date, and must confirm that informed consent was obtained from all participants while ensuring confidentiality and data protection. For case reports, case series, or any study containing identifiable patient information (including images), written consent for publication is mandatory, and a statement confirming this must be included in the manuscript. In addition, all clinical trials must be registered in a publicly accessible WHO- or ICMJE-approved registry before enrolling the first participant, and the registration number along with the registry name must be mentioned in both the Abstract and Methods sections; failure to meet this requirement will result in the manuscript not being considered for peer review.
Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging follows the authorship guidelines recommended by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) to ensure that credit is given fairly and responsibly. Authorship is granted only to those who have made meaningful contributions to both the research and the manuscript, and who are willing to take responsibility for the work. All authors must be actively involved in the study and must approve the final version before publication. The corresponding author ensures that all contributors meet these requirements and that the author list is accurate.
According to ICMJE, authorship should be based on all of the following criteria:
To request a change, the corresponding author must submit a formal request to the editorial office at em@spjpublication.com before acceptance of the manuscript. After acceptance of the manuscript, no changes will be entertained, except for any unknown or unexpected issues of the authors. This request must be signed by all original authors and all newly proposed authors. It must include a detailed justification for the change and any supporting evidence, such as a reassessment of contributions. The editorial office will review the request and retain final, absolute discretion on whether to authorise any changes to the published authorship.
When preparing your manuscript for submission, please make sure all required components are included and properly organised. The title page should be submitted as a separate file to maintain a blinded review process and must include the full title of the paper, names of all authors with their affiliations, complete contact details of the corresponding author, total number of figures, tables, graphs, etc. A cover letter, also submitted separately, should briefly introduce your study to the Editor-in-Chief, highlight its importance, and confirm that it follows all journal guidelines.
The manuscript should include an abstract, which provides a clear and concise summary of the study, following the format required as per the article type. The main text forms the core of the paper and should be divided into standard sections. The introduction explains the background, research problem, and objectives. The methods section describes how the study was conducted, including design, participants, and procedures, in enough detail for others to replicate it. The results section presents the findings clearly, often supported by tables and figures. The discussion interprets the results, explains their significance, compares them with existing research, and mentions any limitations. Finally, the conclusion summarises the main findings and may suggest future directions.
A declaration or ethical statement section should be included after the conclusion to thank individuals or organisations that contributed to the work but do not meet authorship criteria. This section mus includes ethical statement, author contributions, conflict of interest, funding statement, acknowledgements, and data availability statement. Tables, figures, graphs, and charts should be placed on separate pages after the references, each with a clear and appropriate heading. Make sure all visuals are of high quality to ensure good clarity and readability.
To ensure consistency and facilitate the peer review and production process, all manuscripts submitted to IJMI must adhere to the following technical formatting guidelines. Non-compliance may result in the return of the manuscript for correction before peer review.
The Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging accepts a variety of article types to suit different kinds of research and academic contributions. Authors should choose the most suitable category for their work and follow the specific guidelines for that category.
Original Research Articles are intended for studies that present new findings, experiments, or technological developments in medical imaging. These manuscripts should be between 2,000 and 4,500 words (excluding abstract and references) and must include a structured abstract of 250–300 words with headings such as Background, Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusion. The main text should follow the standard IMRaD format (Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion). Authors can include 15–50 references and up to 8 tables and figures combined.
Review Articles provide a detailed and critical overview of existing research on a specific topic in medical imaging. These articles should be 2,500–6,000 words long and include an abstract of around 250 words, which can be structured or unstructured. The format is flexible but should clearly present current knowledge, critical analysis, and future directions. A total of 30–70 references is expected, along with up to 8 tables or figures.
Systematic Reviews involve a structured and methodical approach to collecting and analysing all relevant studies on a specific research question. These papers should be 3,000–7,000 words in length and must include a structured abstract of about 300 words. Authors must follow PRISMA guidelines for reporting. These articles typically include 40–100 references and up to 10 tables or figures, including a PRISMA flow diagram.
Case Reports describe unique, rare, or educational cases that provide valuable clinical insights. These should be between 1,000 and 2,500 words, with an unstructured abstract of 150–200 words. The manuscript should include sections such as Introduction, Case Presentation, Discussion, and Conclusion. Written patient consent for publication is mandatory and must be clearly mentioned. Authors can include 8–20 references and up to 5 tables or figures.
Case Series present multiple related cases to highlight patterns, new techniques, or emerging findings. These manuscripts should be 1,500–3,500 words long and include a structured abstract of 200–250 words. The typical structure includes Introduction, Case Descriptions, Discussion or Comparative Analysis, and Conclusion. Authors should include 15–30 references and up to 8 tables or figures.
Technical Notes/Short Communications are short articles that focus on new techniques, protocol improvements, or preliminary findings. These should be concise, with a word limit of 600–1,500 words. An abstract is optional but, if included, should not exceed 150 words. The structure generally includes an Introduction, a description of the technique or method, and a brief discussion of its applications. Authors can include 10–15 references and up to 2 tables or figures.
Upon final acceptance, you will receive a formal email notification. Your manuscript will then enter the production phase, which includes copyediting, typesetting, and formatting, a process typically completed within 2-3 weeks. Following this, you will receive a PDF proof for your final review and approval. You are required to submit any corrections within a 48-hour window. After proof approval, the article will be published online first (ahead of print) and subsequently assigned to a formal journal issue.
Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging has established a clear policy for addressing errors in published articles, categorised by their nature and impact on the scientific record.
General Principles: Sequential numbering by first text citation, Journal abbreviations per Index Medicus, DOI inclusion when available, Access dates for online resources
Author Listing Protocol: 1-3 authors: List all, 3+ authors: First 3 + "et al."
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Last Updated on: 04/04/2026