Scope and Mission

Journal of Grain Research and Technology (jgrt) is an international peer-reviewed open-access journal dedicated to publishing scholarly research in grain research and technology. The journal welcomes original research articles, review articles, case studies, and interdisciplinary studies related to grain research and technology and associated research areas that contribute to scientific advancement and academic knowledge dissemination.

Manuscript Submission Process

Authors may submit their manuscripts through the official online submission portal or by sending them directly via email to editorialoffice@confseries.net. Once the submission is received, the corresponding author will be assigned a unique manuscript identification number within three (3) business days. This reference number should be used to track the progress of the submission and for all subsequent correspondence.

Editorial and Peer Review Process

Every manuscript submitted to jgrt undergoes an initial editorial assessment, followed by a structured peer-review and editorial evaluation process. The journal welcomes a wide range of submissions, including original research articles, critical reviews, illustrative case studies, expert opinions, and methodological innovations. Authors are encouraged to enrich their manuscripts with supporting figures, tables, and graphics to improve readability and impact.

Submission Requirements and Formatting Guidelines

Authors preparing a manuscript for jgrt should ensure that the following documents are included with their submission:

• Title Page (DOC format): Must contain the full article title, complete author details (names, affiliations), and the contact information of the corresponding author.
• Main Manuscript (DOC): The full text should be provided, with tables (each not exceeding two pages) added at the end of the file.
• Figures: High-quality images should be submitted separately in JPG, PNG, PPT, or DOC/DOCX format, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi.
• Cover Letter (DOC): Briefly highlight the importance of the study, explain its relevance to jgrt, and clearly disclose any potential conflicts of interest.
• Suggested Reviewers: Provide the full names and institutional email addresses of two potential peer reviewers who are not recent collaborators and who do not have conflicts of interest.

Disclosures and Acknowledgments

• Acknowledgments: Mention the contributions of individuals or organizations who assisted in the research but are not listed as authors. Written permission must be obtained from those acknowledged.
• Funding Information: Provide the full names of all supporting agencies along with grant numbers or identifiers, where relevant.
• Conflict of Interest: Declare any financial, institutional, or personal connections that may be viewed as potential conflicts. If none exist, clearly state "None to declare."

Figures, Tables, and Supplementary Materials

• Tables: Should be numbered sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Table 2), created using MS Word's native table tool, and positioned at the end of the manuscript file.
• Figures: Must be uploaded as individual files. Each figure should have a descriptive caption included in the manuscript text, rather than embedded within the image itself.
• Supplementary Files: Supporting content such as large datasets, appendices, or multimedia elements may be provided as a single, combined PDF document.

Reference Style and Citations

• In-text citations: References should be cited numerically in square brackets, such as [1], [2], and so on.
• Author listing: When there are six or fewer authors, list all names. For works with more than six authors, include the first six followed by et al.
• Eligible sources: Only works that are published or officially accepted for publication (“in press”) may be included. Unpublished material and personal communications should not appear in the reference list.

Editorial Assessment and Revision Process

All manuscripts submitted to jgrt are initially evaluated by the editorial office to assess their relevance to the journal's scope, academic quality, and compliance with ethical publishing standards. Manuscripts meeting the journal's editorial and ethical requirements are forwarded for external peer review.

If revisions are required, authors will receive a formal decision letter summarizing the reviewer's recommendations. Authors are encouraged to submit revised manuscripts within the timeframe specified in the editorial communication.

Submissions not revised and returned within the specified timeframe may be treated as withdrawn from the review process.

Proofing and Final Publication

After acceptance, the corresponding author will be provided with galley proofs in PDF format by email for final verification. Authors should carefully review the file to correct any typographical, formatting, or factual errors. Please note that substantial modifications—such as changes to data, figures, or the author list—are not allowed at this stage.

Article Processing Charges (APCs) and Publication Policy

Publishing with ConfSeries Journals provides authors with supports wider accessibility and dissemination of published research under a Gold Open Access model. An Article Processing Charge (APC) is applicable only after a manuscript is formally accepted. This one-time transparent fee supports the complete publication process, ensuring that your research is disseminated professionally and made freely accessible to the global community.

The APC covers essential services such as:

• Rigorous Peer Review: Ensuring your work meets international quality and ethical standards.
• Professional Production: Comprehensive editing, formatting, typesetting, and XML conversion for high-quality presentation.
• Open Access Distribution: Immediate availability under a CC-BY license, maximizing readership and citation potential.
• Long-Term Visibility: Indexing in recognized databases and secure archiving for permanent accessibility.

APC Structure

Supporting Authors

ConfSeries is committed to equitable access in publishing. Waivers are available for researchers with limited financial resources, and discounts are provided through institutional collaborations. Authors wishing to apply for waivers or discuss institutional discount options may contact us at support@confseries.com.