Author's Guideline

Author Guidelines for The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Creative Innovation Ideas (THE MIR)

The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Creative Innovation Ideas (THE MIR) is a scholarly open-access journal dedicated to fostering high-quality research across diverse academic disciplines. The journal welcomes submissions that contribute to:

  • Multidisciplinary research in pure sciences and various educational fields.
  • Studies on the development of educational applications, including comprehensive analysis and evaluation.
  • Exploration of creative and innovative ideas that advance research and practical implementations.

THE MIR invites original research articles, case studies, and review papers that bridge theoretical knowledge and real-world applications. These guidelines outline the submission process, manuscript preparation, and editorial policies to ensure a smooth publication process.

General Submission Requirements

  1. Originality: Manuscripts must be original works, not previously published or under consideration elsewhere.
  2. Language: Submissions must be written in clear, concise English (British or American) or Malay. Non-native speakers are encouraged to have their work proofread by a professional editor.
  3. Length: Manuscripts should not exceed 20 pages (approximately 6,000 words), including tables, figures, and references.
  4. Peer Review: All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure quality and impartiality.
  5. Cover Letter: Each submission must include a short cover letter stating the significance of the work, its novelty, and its alignment with THE MIR’s scope (see template below).

Manuscript Types

  1. Original Research Articles: Present significant advancements in multidisciplinary research or educational applications. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
  2. Case Studies: Offer in-depth analysis of specific cases related to the journal’s scope. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Case Description, Analysis, Discussion, Conclusion.
  3. Review Papers: Provide comprehensive overviews of current trends, innovations, or methodologies. Structure: Abstract, Introduction, Main Review Sections, Conclusion.

Manuscript Preparation

  1. File Format: Submit manuscripts as Microsoft Word files (.doc or .docx).
  2. Font and Spacing: Use Times New Roman, 12-point font, double-spaced, with 2.54 cm (1-inch) margins on all sides.
  3. Title: Provide a concise, descriptive title (maximum 20 words).
  4. Abstract: Include an abstract of 150–200 words summarizing the study’s objectives, methods, results, and conclusions. Highlight what is new or novel. Avoid references and non-standard abbreviations; if unavoidable, define them at first mention.
  5. Keywords: List 4–6 keywords for indexing and retrieval purposes.
  6. Structure: Divide the manuscript into numbered sections (e.g., 1. Introduction, 2. Materials and Methods, 2.1 Subsection, etc.). Use SI units for scientific data.
Author Information
  • Include all authors' full names, affiliations (institution, department, city, country), and email addresses.
  • Designate one corresponding author with complete contact details (full postal address, phone number with country code, email).
  • For ambiguous family names (e.g., double names), clarify accordingly.
Tables and Figures
  • Number tables and figures sequentially (e.g., Table 1, Figure 1) and provide concise captions.
  • Embed them in the text or place them at the end of the manuscript.
  • Ensure high-resolution figures (minimum 300 dpi) in .jpg, .png, or .tiff format.
Mathematical Notation
  • Type equations, triple-spaced, and number them consecutively (e.g., Eq. 1).
  • Use italics for variables and the solidus (/) for fractions where possible.

Cover Letter Template

Include a cover letter with your submission, following this example:

To, The Editors
The International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Creative Innovation Ideas (THE MIR)

Subject: Submission of [Manuscript Type], titled, “[Manuscript Title]”

Dear Editors,

We are submitting a [Original Research Article/Case Study/Review Paper], titled “[Manuscript Title],” for consideration in THE MIR. This work [briefly describes the significance and novelty, e.g., “presents a novel multidisciplinary approach to educational application development”].

I, [Corresponding Author Name], certify that:

  • The manuscript is an original work of all listed authors.
  • All authors have made significant contributions and approved the final version.
  • This manuscript has not been published or submitted elsewhere.

Suggested reviewers:

  1. [Name, Affiliation, Email]
  2. [Name, Affiliation, Email]
  3. [Name, Affiliation, Email]

Thank you for considering our submission.

Sincerely,
[Corresponding Author Name]
[Full Mailing Address]
[City, State, Country, Postal Code]
[Phone: Country Code + Number]
[Email]

Ethical Guidelines

  1. Conflict of Interest: Disclose any financial, personal, or other relationships within the past three years that could influence the work.
  2. Plagiarism: Manuscripts will be screened for plagiarism. Violations will result in rejection.
  3. Authorship: All listed authors must have contributed significantly and agreed to the submission.
  4. Referees: Suggest three potential reviewers (names, affiliations, emails). The editor reserves the right to select reviewers.

References

THE MIR uses the APA 7th edition (author–date) referencing style. DOIs (Digital Object Identifiers) must be included whenever available. If a DOI is not available, provide a stable URL; otherwise, omit.

Examples:

Journal Article
Chen, S., & Doolen, G. D. (1998). Lattice Boltzmann method for fluid flows. Annual Review of Fluid Mechanics, 30, 329–364. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.fluid.30.1.329

Book
Bejan, A. (2013). Convection heat transfer. John Wiley & Sons.

Conference Proceedings
Tamura, I., Tomota, Y., & Ozawa, M. (1973). Strength and ductility of Fe–Ni–C alloys. In Proceedings of the Conference on Microstructure and Design of Alloys (pp. 611–615). Institute of Metals and Iron and Steel Institute.

In-text citation
(Chen & Doolen, 1998, p. 330)

Post-Acceptance

  1. Proofreading: Authors will review proofs before publication.
  2. Publication Fees: soon will be confirmed.
  3. Copyright: Authors retain copyright but grant THE MIR a license to publish under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0).

Submission Checklist

Before submitting, ensure:

  • Corresponding author contact details are provided (email, postal address, phone).
  • Manuscript includes keywords, figure captions, and tables.
  • The text is spell-checked and grammar-checked.
  • References follow the Chicago Author-Date style and are cited in the text.
  • Permission is obtained for copyrighted material.
  • Template word

Contact Information

Submit manuscripts via author.the.mir@journal.bizscript-studio.co.id. For inquiries, contact principal.the.mir@journal.bizscript-studio.co.id or via Whatsapp.