SinoXivEligibility Requirements
Author Requirements
Authors must have a valid SinoXiv account. All authors must be listed with their full names, affiliations, and email addresses. Corresponding author must be clearly identified.
Content Requirements
Submissions must be original research works that have not been published elsewhere. Review articles, conference papers, and technical reports are also welcome. All submissions must include an abstract, keywords, and references.
Ethical Standards
Research involving human subjects must include ethics approval information. Animal studies must follow institutional guidelines. Authors must disclose any conflicts of interest and funding sources.
License Requirements
All submissions must be released under a Creative Commons license (CC BY 4.0 recommended). Authors retain copyright while granting SinoXiv the right to distribute the work.
Format Requirements
| Element | Requirement | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| File Format | PDF (preferred), DOCX, TEX | PDF ensures consistent formatting |
| Page Limit | No strict limit | Recommended: 8-25 pages |
| Font | Times New Roman, Arial, or similar | Minimum 10pt font size |
| Margins | 2.5 cm (1 inch) all sides | Standard academic format |
| Line Spacing | 1.5 or double-spaced | Improves readability |
| Abstract | 150-300 words | Must be self-contained |
| Keywords | 3-8 keywords | Separate with commas |
| References | Any standard citation style | Be consistent throughout |
| Figures | High resolution (300 DPI) | Include captions and source |
| Tables | Clear formatting | Include titles and notes |
Submission Process
Prepare Your Manuscript
Ensure your paper meets all format requirements. Use our templates for best results. Include all necessary sections: title, authors, abstract, keywords, main content, references, and acknowledgments.
Create an Account
Register for a SinoXiv account if you don't have one. Complete your profile with accurate information. Verify your email address to activate your account.
Submit Your Paper
Navigate to the submission page and fill in all required information. Upload your manuscript file and any supplementary materials. Review all information before submitting.
Initial Review
Our editorial team will review your submission within 24 hours. We check for format compliance, plagiarism, and basic quality standards. You will receive an email notification about the review result.
Publication
Once approved, your paper will be published immediately and assigned a DOI. It will be indexed in our database and made available to the global academic community.
Frequently Asked Questions
SinoXiv accepts original research papers, review articles, conference papers, technical reports, and data papers. We welcome submissions from all academic disciplines. Preliminary results and work in progress are also acceptable as long as they meet our quality standards.
The initial review typically takes 24 hours. This includes format checking, plagiarism detection, and basic quality assessment. If revisions are needed, you will be notified with specific feedback. Most papers are published within 1-3 business days.
Yes, you can submit a preprint to SinoXiv even if the paper is under review at a journal or conference. However, please check the policies of the target venue, as some journals have restrictions on preprint posting. You should update your submission if the paper gets published elsewhere.
We recommend CC BY 4.0 (Creative Commons Attribution), which allows others to distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon your work, even commercially, as long as they credit you. Other CC licenses are also available. All licenses allow you to retain copyright.
Yes, you can submit revised versions of your paper. Each version will be preserved and accessible. We encourage authors to update their preprints with corrections, improvements, or to reflect peer review feedback. Simply go to "My Papers" and select "Submit New Version."
No, SinoXiv is completely free for authors and readers. We are committed to open access and do not charge any submission or publication fees. Our platform is supported by institutional partnerships and grants.
