Submission Guidelines

Abstract Format

• Abstracts should be 300- 350 words in length and in Word format.
• Use a clear and legible font, such as Times New Roman.
• Include a concise and informative title that reflects the content of the abstract.
• Include the names and affiliations of authors, (Maximums number of authors is 3).
• Clearly indicate the corresponding author.
• Provide a list of 5 keywords relevant to your abstract.
• Topic (from the conference) in which you would like your abstract to be included.
• Short Biographical note(s) of the author(s) in English.

Abstract Content Guidelines

• Clearly state the objective or purpose of the study.
• Briefly describe the method(s) used in your study.
• Summarize the main results or findings.
• Present the conclusions or implications drawn from the study.

Submission Process

• Submit your abstract through the conference's online submission form here
• Authors will be notified of abstract acceptance by 29 November 2024.
• Accepted presenters must register for the conference before 21 January 2024 to secure their participation.
• The conference coordinators discourage multiple proposals from the same author, and under no circumstances should the same author submit more than two proposals. If both papers are accepted for presentation, each paper requires a separate registration fee.

Review Process

• Abstracts will undergo a blind peer-review process.
• They will be evaluated based on clarity, originality, relevance, and adherence to guidelines.
• Authors will receive feedback on their abstracts upon request.

PUBLICATION OF THE BOOK OF PROCEEDINGS

• Accepted papers will be published in the Digital Perspectives & Global Narratives in New Media Communication Proceedings, published by CEOS Publishing. 

• See here how to submit.

MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES 

1. Page Setup

   • Page size: A4
   • Margins:2,5 cm all around
   • Spacing: 2 pt
   • Font: Calibri
   o Title: size 11 (bold)
   o Body text: size 10
   o Highlighted quotations: size 9
   o Footnotes (if used): size 8
   • Line Spacing: Single, no extra space between paragraphs.
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   2.  Document Structure
   
   TITLE (Centered, 11pt, Bold, All Caps)
   Example:
   THE IMPACT OF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ON ECONOMIC GROWTH
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   Abstract (Max. 350 words, 10pt)
   Write a concise abstract, summarizing the research with the following sections: justification of the theme, objectives, methodology, results, and conclusions. Avoid personal pronouns.
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   Keywords (Min. 4, Max. 8)
   Example:
   Keywords: Environmental Economics, Growth Models, Climate Change, Policy Impact
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   1. INTRODUCTION (11pt, Title Case)
   Justify the study by outlining the research objectives, and referencing key literature both nationally and internationally. Use citations throughout.
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   2. MATERIAL AND METHODS (11pt, Title Case)
   Describe the sample, model forms, and analytical methods used. If original methodologies were employed, provide justification and possible limitations.
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   3. RESULTS AND ANALYSIS (11pt, Title Case)
   Impartially describe key observations from the study, using the methodologies outlined earlier. Highlight the most relevant results obtained.
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   4. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS (11pt, Title Case)
   Relate the findings to existing literature. Summarize conclusions, drawing connections between your results and other research in the field.
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   5. CONTRIBUTIONS AND LIMITATIONS (11pt, Title Case)
   Highlight the contributions of your research and mention any limitations. Suggest implications for future research, avoiding restating previously discussed data.
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   REFERENCES (APA 7 Style, 11pt, Centered, DOI if available)
   Only include references cited within the text. The format should follow APA 7th edition rules.
   Example:
   Smith, J. A., & Green, T. (2020). Climate Change and Economic Policy. Journal of Environmental Economics, 45(2), 67-89. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jeecon.2020.02.003
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   3. Formatting Guidelines

   
   • Headings: Use title case for all headings, except for acronyms, which should be fully capitalized.
   • Text Highlights: Use italics for emphasis, not bold or underlined.
   • Tables/Figures: Essential tables or figures should be embedded within the text, not at the end. Ensure they are numbered and referenced within the paper.
   • Margins: Ensure all margins are properly set at 2.5 cm all around.
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   4. Additional Notes

   
   • Paragraph Indentation: Set paragraph indentation to 1 cm.
   • No Headers or Footers: Do not include headers or footers except for page numbers.
   • Footnotes: Avoid footnotes unless necessary. When used, ensure the text is in size 8, single-spaced.
   • Abstract Length: Keep between 300-350 words.
   • Word Limit: The paper must not exceed 5000 words, including abstract, figures, references, and appendices.
   • Proofreading: Ensure there are no typographical or grammatical errors before submission. If English is not your first language, have the paper proofread by an English speaker.