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Author Guidelines

Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise, and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission meets this standard, please follow the guideline below to prepare your submission.

Scope and subject areas

Pure Microbiology

Bacteriology, Mycology, Algology, Protozoology, Virology

 

Biochemistry and Physiology

Microbiology Methods

Innovative sampling techniques and protocols, Novel culture-dependent methods, Molecular docking and simulation, Quantitative models and bioinformatics in microbiology, Methods for biodata visualization, Genome and protein engineering protocols, Bioprocessing techniques, Microscopy, spectroscopy, in vivo imaging, etc.

Agriculture Microbiology

Microbial pesticides, plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, pesticidal biosurfactants

Food Microbiology

Food safety handling practices; Plant-based food and beverages; Food-borne diseases; Behaviour of food microorganisms; Predictive microbiology to food; Food fermentation; Probiotic application; Food Biotechnology

Microbial Ecology

Aerobiology; Biodeterioration; Soil Microbiology; Host-microbe interactions; Aquatic/Marine Microbiology; Special microbes in the environment; Microbial Evolution

Medical and Pharmaceutical Microbiology

Infectious micro-agents; Pathogenesis; Infectious diseases; Antimicrobial resistance; Microbial and molecular epidemiology; Prevention, therapeutic and therapy; Clinical microbiology; Antimicrobial agents, Vaccines, and Immunology

Genetic Engineering

Bioinformatics; Microbial Biotechnology; Molecular characterization; Gene editing; Omics

Industrial Microbiology

Production of amino acids, organic acids, beverages, enzymes and antibiotics for commercial and industrial interest

Geochemical Microbiology

Biogeochemical cycling; Micro-aquifer interaction; Microbial remediation; Microbially precipitated minerals; Mineral formation and bioprospecting; Archaeology; Extremophiles

SDG-Microbiology nexus

Biocatalysts, Biomaterials for agriculture, remediation, and alternative energy

 

 

Types of Manuscripts Accepted

TABS Microbiology (TM) welcomes the following manuscript types:

Type of Manuscript

Description

Original Research

Full-length articles presenting novel experimental or theoretical findings.

Review Articles

Comprehensive overviews of specific topics within the journal’s scope.

Opinion Papers

Author viewpoints on emerging issues or debates in microbial science.

Perspectives

Forward-looking insights or conceptual frameworks.

Short Communications

Brief reports of significant findings.

Editorials

Invited commentary from the editorial board or guest editors.

Metadata

Datasets or structured information relevant to microbial research.

Manuscript Preparation

General Formatting

  • Language: English UK
  • Font: Times New Roman, 10 pt
  • Spacing: Single-spaced
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • File Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)

Structure of Original Research Articles

1.      Title Page

o    Title (concise and informative)

o    Author names and affiliations

o    Corresponding author’s email

2.      Abstract

o    200–300 words, fused background, methods, results, conclusion

3.      Keywords

o    4–6 keywords

4.      Introduction

5.      Materials and Methods

6.      Results

7.      Discussion

8.      Conclusion

9.      Acknowledgments

10.  References (APA style)

Figures and Tables

  • Submit high-resolution images (300 dpi minimum)
  • Number and title all figures and tables
  • Include legends and captions

Peer Review Process

TM follows a double-blind peer review process:

  • Manuscripts are reviewed by at least two independent experts.
  • Authors will receive constructive feedback and may be asked to revise.
  • Final decisions are made by the editorial board based on reviewers’ recommendations.

Plagiarism Policy

TM maintains a zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism. All submissions are screened using plagiarism detection software. Manuscripts with significant overlap with previously published work will be rejected.

 

Submission Process

  • Submit manuscripts via the journal’s online submission portal.
  • Include a cover letter stating the manuscript type, significance, and confirmation that the work is original and not under review elsewhere.

Contact and Support

For inquiries, manuscript submissions, or technical support, please contact: journal.manager@tabsjournals.com

or submit@tabsjournals.com for authors having difficulties with online submission

Submission Preparation Checklist

Before submitting your manuscript to the TABS Microbiology (TM), please ensure the following items are complete and in compliance with our

Author Guidelines:

 

Before submitting, ensure your manuscript meets the following requirements:

• ✅ Follows the Author Guidelines

• ✅ Includes all required sections (Title Page, Abstract, Keywords, Main Text, References)

• Figures and tables are properly formatted and labeled

• Ethical approval and conflict of interest statements are included

• Manuscript is in Word and PDF formats (.doc or .pdf)

File Upload Instructions

You will be prompted to upload the following files:

• Main manuscript file

• Figures and tables (as separate high-resolution files)

• Supplementary materials (if applicable)

• Cover letter (optional but recommended)

Author Information

Please provide:

• Full names and affiliations of all authors

• Contact details for the corresponding author

• ORCID iDs (if available)

Peer Review Preferences

You may suggest up to three potential reviewers and indicate any individuals you wish to exclude from reviewing your manuscript.

Submission Timeline

Once submitted, your manuscript will undergo initial editorial screening followed by double-blind peer review. You will receive updates via email throughout the review process.

For Help

For technical support or submission enquiries, contact us at:

Email:  journal.manager@tabsjournals.com

Phone: +234-8036613037

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Copyright Notice

By submitting the manuscript to TABS Journals, the author(s) confirm it is original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere. Upon acceptance, the author(s) may: (1) transfer copyright to TABS Journals, granting exclusive publishing rights; (2) retain copyright and publish under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Licence (CC BY 4.0); or (3) retain copyright while granting TABS Journals a non-exclusive licence to publish. All authors approve the submission and chosen copyright model.

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