Mogito Open Access Journals of Cell & Developmental Biology (MJCDB) Authors Guide

MJCDB

Mogito Open Access Journal of Cell & Developmental Biology (MJCDB)

Welcome to the Mogito Open Access Journal of Cell & Developmental Biology (MJCDB). We appreciate your interest in submitting your research to our journal. This Author’s Guide outlines our submission requirements, manuscript preparation standards, and publication policies to support a transparent, efficient, and high-quality publishing process.

1. Scope of the Journal

MJCDB publishes peer-reviewed original research, reviews, short communications, and perspectives in all areas of cellular and developmental biology, including but not limited to:

Cell structure, signaling, and physiology
Stem cells and regenerative biology
Developmental genetics and morphogenesis
Organogenesis and tissue engineering
Molecular biology and gene regulation
Epigenetics and transcriptional control
Imaging technologies and single-cell analysis
Disease modeling and translational developmental biology
Evolutionary developmental biology (Evo-Devo)

We encourage interdisciplinary and collaborative studies that expand the frontiers of biological research and contribute to scientific advancement globally.

2. Manuscript Types Accepted

Original Research Articles
Review Articles
Mini-Reviews
Short Communications
Perspective and Commentary
Case Reports (where applicable)
Methodological Papers
Editorials and Special Issue Contributions

3. General Submission Requirements

Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English.
Submissions must be original and not under consideration elsewhere.
All manuscripts must include author affiliations, ORCID iDs (where available), conflict of interest declarations, and funding disclosures.
Manuscripts must be submitted electronically via email to:
mjcdb@mogitojournals.org

4. Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

Please organize your manuscript as follows:

Title Page

Title of the manuscript
Full names of all authors
Institutional affiliations
Corresponding author contact details
Keywords (3–7)
Short running title (max 50 characters)

Abstract

Maximum 250 words
Structured format (for original articles): Background, Methods, Results, Conclusion

Main Text

Recommended structure for original research:

Introduction
Materials and Methods
Results
Discussion
Conclusion

References

Follow Vancouver or APA style consistently
Use reference management tools like EndNote, Zotero, or Mendeley
List all authors if fewer than six; for more than six, list the first six followed by et al.

Figures and Tables

Numbered sequentially and cited in the text
Submit figures in high-resolution (300 dpi minimum)
Tables should be editable (not embedded images)

Supplementary Materials

Clearly labeled and referenced in the main text
Upload separately during submission

5. Ethical Considerations

Research involving humans or animals must include evidence of ethical approval from appropriate review boards.
All authors must disclose conflicts of interest and provide a statement of funding support.
Authors must confirm that all data is accurate, verifiable, and properly cited.

MJCDB follows ethical guidelines set by COPE, ICMJE, and WAME.

6. Authorship Criteria

Authorship must be based on:

Substantial contributions to the conception, design, data acquisition, or analysis
Drafting or revising the manuscript critically
Final approval of the version to be published
Accountability for all aspects of the work

Use of CRediT taxonomy to indicate individual roles is encouraged.

7. Open Access and Licensing

All articles in MJCDB are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0). This allows:

Free access and distribution
Proper citation and reuse
Broad dissemination and visibility

There are no subscription barriers — all content is freely available online.

8. Article Processing Charges (APC)

To sustain our open access model, an Article Processing Charge (APC) may apply upon acceptance.

9. Submission and Review Timeline

Initial editorial review: 3–5 business days
Peer review: Typically 3–4 weeks
Revision period: 14–21 days
Online publication: Within 1 week of final acceptance

10. Post-Publication Updates

MJCDB supports post-publication updates, corrections, or retractions in accordance with COPE guidelines to ensure the integrity of the scholarly record.

Need Help?

For any submission-related inquiries, please contact our editorial team:
editors_mjcdb@mogitojournals.org

We look forward to receiving your work and thank you for choosing MJCDB as your publication partner in advancing cell and developmental biology.

About (MJCDB)

Welcome to the Mogito Open Access Journal of Cell & Developmental Biology (MJCDB) — an international, peer-reviewed journal committed to disseminating cutting-edge research and insights in the rapidly evolving fields of cellular and developmental biology.

MJCDB provides a scholarly platform for the exploration of fundamental and applied aspects of cell structure, function, differentiation, and organismal development. By promoting open access to impactful research, MJCDB supports a global exchange of knowledge that advances our understanding of life at the cellular and developmental level, with implications across health, disease, and evolution.

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