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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about SENTAM Journals
General Information
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SENTAM Journals is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic platform dedicated to publishing high-quality research and scholarly articles across a broad range of disciplines. Our mission is to promote academic excellence and contribute to the global exchange of knowledge by providing a professional forum for researchers, scholars, and practitioners to share their findings and insights.
We publish research across diverse academic disciplines including:
- Medical Research & Health Sciences
- Informatics & Technology
- Educational Research & Practice
- Finance & Economics
- Social Sciences & Literary Research
- Climate Change & Environmental Studies
- Forestry & Natural Resources
- Business Administration & Human Resources
- Hospitality & Tourism Studies
- Kiswahili Language & Literature
Yes, we operate under a Gold Open Access model. All published articles are immediately available to readers worldwide without subscription fees. Articles are published under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).
Submission Process
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All manuscripts must be submitted electronically through our online submission portal. Please ensure your submission adheres to our Author Guidelines and includes all required documents.
We accept various manuscript types including:
- Original research articles
- Review articles
- Theoretical or conceptual papers
- Case studies
- Book reviews
- Short communications
- Policy briefs
Standard length: 3,000 - 10,000 words (excluding references, tables, and figures)
- Manuscripts exceeding 10,000 words incur additional charges
- See our Article Processing Fees for detailed pricing
Please refer to our comprehensive Author Guidelines for detailed formatting requirements, including:
- Manuscript structure (IMRAD format)
- Title page format
- Abstract requirements (150-400 words)
- Content structure and formating
- Figure and table formatting
- Reference style
- Appendix and supplementary materials
Publication Timelines
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Our streamlined process typically takes 4-6 weeks from submission to publication:
- Initial Assessment: Within 7 days
- First Decision: Within 3-4 weeks
- Publication: 7 days after payment and final revisions
Yes! We offer a Fast-Track Publishing Service for authors who need expedited publication:
- Timeline: Publication within 2 weeks of receipt
- Additional Fee: $25 USD (added to standard APC)
- Activation: Available during submission or before review begins
- Process: Expedited editorial and production workflow
- Quality: Same rigorous peer review standards apply
Your manuscript undergoes editorial pre-screening to evaluate:
- Relevance to journal scope
- Academic merit and originality
- Compliance with ethical standards
- Formatting and guideline compliance
- Standard Review Period: 21 days
- Extensions: May be granted on a case-by-case basis
- Overall Process: 4-6 weeks from submission to final decision
Once your manuscript is accepted:
- You'll receive an manuscript acceptance and payment notification
- The manuscript process will be immediately updated on your dashboard
- Payment processing (immediate for online payments)
- Publication within 7 days after payment confirmation and final revisions
Article Processing Fees (APC)
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Our publication fees start at $150 USD for standard submissions and $75 USD for authors from developing countries. Fees may increase by 15% or 35% for longer manuscripts. Fast-Track Publishing: Add $25 USD to any standard rate for expedited publication within 2 weeks of acceptance. For detailed information, visit our Article Processing Fees page.
Payment is required only after your manuscript has been accepted for publication. You will receive a payment notification with detailed instructions once the peer review process is complete.
- Credit/Debit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express
- PayPal: Secure online payments worldwide
- M-Pesa: Mobile money payments for East Africa
- Bank Transfer: Direct bank transfers (details provided upon acceptance)
Yes, fee waivers are available for:
- Authors from OECD-classified Least Developed Countries experiencing financial hardship
- Graduate students with demonstrated financial need
- Authors facing exceptional circumstances
- Include fee waiver request in your manuscript cover letter
- Provide supporting documentation
- Editorial team review within 5-7 business days
- Notification of waiver decision
- Note: the fee waivers are limited based on waivers provided per country, institution and authors
Your APC includes:
- Professional peer review process
- Editorial services and manuscript preparation
- Open access publication with DOI assignment
- Long-term digital preservation and hosting
- Indexing and discovery services
You can activate fast-track publishing in two ways: During Submission:
- Select "Fast-Track Publishing" option in the submission form
- Pay the additional $25 USD fee along with standard APC
- Your manuscript will be prioritized throughout the review process
- Log into your Author Dashboard
- Navigate to your submitted manuscript
- Click "Upgrade to Fast-Track" and pay the additional fee
- Your manuscript will be moved to the fast-track queue
Peer Review Process
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We employ a rigorous double-blind peer review system to ensure objectivity and academic fairness. Two to three independent reviewers are selected based on their expertise in the relevant field.
Reviewers assess manuscripts based on:
- Originality and significance of the research
- Scientific rigor and methodological soundness
- Clarity of presentation
- Appropriateness of the methodology
- Soundness of conclusions
- Accept: Ready for publication
- Minor Revisions: Small changes required (14-day deadline)
- Major Revisions: Significant improvements needed (30-day deadline)
- Reject: Not suitable for publication
For revisions:
- Submit revised manuscript within the specified timeframe
- Include point-by-point response to reviewers' comments
- Highlight changes made in the revised version (track them when possible)
- Note: Revised submissions may undergo additional peer review
Editorial Team
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Dr. Sarah Wanjiku Kamau, PhD serves as Editor-in-Chief, overseeing our complete portfolio of 10 journals spanning diverse academic disciplines. Contact: s.kamau@uonbi.ac.ke
- Editor-in-Chief: Provides centralized editorial leadership
- Editorial Board: Internationally recognized scholars providing specialized expertise
- Handling Editors: Oversee individual manuscript review processes
We invite applications from distinguished scholars with:
- Strong publication record
- Substantial peer review experience
- Academic recognition in their field
- Availability for regular editorial duties
Copyright and Licensing
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All articles are published under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0), which allows:
- Sharing: Copy and redistribute in any medium or format
- Adaptation: Remix, transform, and build upon the material
- Attribution: Must give appropriate credit to original authors
Yes, you retain copyright of your work and can reuse it according to the CC BY 4.0 license terms, with proper attribution to the original publication.
Technical Support
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You can track your manuscript through your Author Dashboard or Manuscript Tracking Area.
For technical support, contact:
- General Support: support@sentam.org
- Editorial Inquiries: editor@sentam.org
- Payment & Billing: support@sentam.org
All transactions are secured with:
- SSL encryption and PCI DSS compliance
- Secure payment gateway integration
- No storage of sensitive payment information
Post-Publication
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All published articles are automatically assigned a unique DOI upon publication.
We work to ensure articles are indexed in major academic databases and repositories for maximum visibility and impact.
We follow COPE guidelines for post-publication corrections. Contact editor@sentam.org for any post-publication concerns.
We follow the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines for article retractions. Articles may be retracted for:
- Research Misconduct: Fabrication, falsification, or plagiarism
- Ethical Violations: Unethical research practices or human/animal welfare concerns
- Data Issues: Unreliable or compromised data that affects conclusions
- Author Disputes: Irresolvable conflicts between authors
- Legal Issues: Copyright violations or defamation
- Duplicate Publication: Previously published work without proper attribution
- Investigation by editorial team and external experts if needed
- Notification to all authors and institutions involved
- Publication of retraction notice with clear explanation
- Update of article metadata and DOI records
- Notification to indexing services and databases
- Clear statement that the article is retracted
- Reason for retraction
- Date of retraction
- Who initiated the retraction
- Contact information for inquiries
We encourage whistleblowing and reporting of research misconduct. You can report concerns through: Confidential Reporting Channels:
- Editor-in-Chief: editor@sentam.org
- Anonymous Reporting: Available through our secure reporting system
- Plagiarism: Copying text, ideas, or data without proper attribution
- Data Fabrication: Creating false data or results
- Data Falsification: Manipulating or selectively reporting data
- Author Misconduct: Undisclosed conflicts of interest or ghost authorship
- Reviewer Misconduct: Breach of confidentiality or biased reviews
- Editorial Misconduct: Unethical editorial practices
- Confidentiality: Your identity will be protected unless required by law
- No Retaliation: Protection against retaliation for good faith reports
- Fair Investigation: Thorough and impartial investigation process
- Due Process: Fair treatment for all parties involved
- Initial Assessment: Review of reported concerns within 48 hours
- Investigation: Thorough examination by editorial team and experts
- Evidence Collection: Gathering relevant documentation and testimony
- Expert Consultation: Involving subject matter experts when needed
- Decision: Clear determination and appropriate action
- Communication: Transparent communication of findings and actions
- No Action: Insufficient evidence of misconduct
- Correction: Minor errors requiring correction
- Expression of Concern: Serious concerns requiring further investigation
- Retraction: Substantiated misconduct requiring article removal
- Author Sanctions: Temporary or permanent restrictions on submissions
- Institutional Notification: Reporting to author institutions when appropriate
Getting Involved
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We welcome scholars interested in contributing to the academic community. Sens your request to Editor-in-Chief at editor@sentam.org and submit your credentials with areas of expertise. When considered, an notification to join and signin to the reviewer's portal will be sent by ther Editor-in-Chief.
Follow our website for updates on:
- New journal launches
- Special issue calls
- Editorial team changes
- Policy updates
Contact Information
1 questions- Editor-in-Chief: editor@sentam.org
- Editorial Inquiries: editor@sentam.org
- Payment & Billing Support: support@sentam.org
- General Support: support@sentam.org
Related Information
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