Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines for Aquafish Journal 2025

Thank you for your interest in submitting to Aquafish Journal. Below are the comprehensive guidelines for manuscript preparation and submission:

General Structure and Formatting

• Title: Maximum 15 words in Indonesian language
• Font: Cambria, 14 pt, Bold, centered for title; 11 pt for main text
• Margins: Left: 3.5 cm, Top: 3 cm, Right: 2.5 cm, Bottom: 2.5 cm
• Line spacing: 1.5 spacing throughout the document

Plagiarism Policy

• Maximum acceptable similarity: 20%
• All manuscripts will be checked through plagiarism detection software
• Submissions exceeding the 20% similarity threshold will be returned to authors for revision before peer review
• Authors are responsible for ensuring original content and proper citation of sources

Author Information

• Author names without academic titles (11 pt, Cambria, centered, Bold)
• Superscript numbers to indicate different institutional affiliations
• Institution name and correspondence email below author names (11 pt, Cambria, centered)

Abstract and Keywords

• Abstract in Indonesian: 200-250 words in a single justified paragraph (10 pt Cambria)
• Must include background, objectives, methods, brief results, and conclusions
• Keywords: 3-5 keywords in alphabetical order with initial capital letters
• English Abstract: Must include the English title and corresponding English abstract
• English Keywords: 3-5 keywords in English

Main Text Sections

1. Introduction
   • Include background, problem statement, objectives, relevant theories, and issues
   • Explain previous research and highlight the novelty of current research
   • Benefits of the research may be added at the end
2. Research Methods
   • Describe scientific methodology including time and location, materials and equipment
   • Include data collection and analysis procedures
   • If using maps or location images, clearly mark coordinates with high resolution
   • Research hypotheses may be included in this section
3. Results and Discussion
   • Present complete findings relevant to research objectives
   • Discuss results first, then compare with other research findings
   • Strengthen discussion with relevant figures and tables
4. Conclusion
   • Must directly answer the research objectives stated in the introduction
   • No new discussion points should be introduced
   • May include summary of results and recommendations
5. Recommendations (optional)
   • Strengths and limitations of the research
   • Possibilities for future research development
6. Acknowledgments (optional)
   • Thank individuals or institutions who contributed to or funded the research

Formatting Elements

Additional Headings

• Second Level Heading: 11 pt, bold
• Third Level Heading: 11 pt, bold and italic

Figures

• Figure titles placed below the image, centered, Cambria 10 pt
• Titles in Indonesian language
• Must include source attribution (e.g., "Source: Google Earth")
• Place figures immediately after they are mentioned in the text
• For maps, include symbols/markers for study locations, island names, sea names, and rivers (if applicable)

Tables

• Table titles placed above the table, centered, Cambria 10 pt
• Titles in Indonesian language
• Use only top and bottom borders (no full grid)
• Numbered with Latin numerals (1, 2, etc.)
• Place tables immediately after they are mentioned in the text
• Include source attribution at right side after the table

Equations

• Center equations with equation numbers in parentheses at the right margin
• For multi-line equations, place the number on the last line
• Reference equations in text using abbreviated form (e.g., "Eq. (1)")
• Include only essential mathematical derivations, noting the method used and final results

References

• Follow Harvard Style citation format without sequence numbers (11 pt font)
• Indent second and subsequent lines of each reference by 1 cm
• Sources should be from the last 10 years
• Primary references should directly relate to the research field and be verified
• Primary sources include international and accredited national journal articles, dissertations, theses, and undergraduate theses
• Textbooks are considered secondary references
• Include DOI links where available

The journal welcomes submissions related to aquatic sciences, fisheries, marine ecology, coastal management, and related disciplines. We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions.