Manuscript Types

IJMA publishes original, previously unpublished manuscripts in medical anthropology, including the social patterns of ill-health and disease transmission and experiences of health, illness, and wellbeing. All manuscript types undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent reviewers and must follow the Author Guidelines and the journal template.

Type

Description

Length

Structure

Research Article

Original qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods research in medical anthropology

Maximum 5,000 words and 15 pages

Introduction, Research Method, Result and Discussion, Conclusion and Future Research, Acknowledgments, References

Review Article [cek]

Critical or systematic review of the literature on a medical anthropology topic

Maximum 5,000 words and 15 pages

Introduction, Review Method, Result and Discussion, Conclusion, References

Ethnographic Case Study [cek]

In-depth ethnographic account of a health, illness, or healing practice in a specific community

Maximum 5,000 words and 15 pages

Introduction, Research Setting and Method, Findings, Discussion, Conclusion, References

General requirements for all types:

  • Abstract of no more than 200 words, including keywords, summarising the research background, methodology, major findings, and conclusion.
  • Two to four keywords, in alphabetical order, separated by commas.
  • Citations and references in APA (American Psychological Association) style.
  • All manuscripts are checked for similarity with Crossref Similarity Check before review.
  • Written in English on A4 paper, double-column, in Times New Roman 10 pt with single spacing.

Manuscripts must not exceed 5,000 words or 15 pages. Authors should consult the Editor before submitting a longer manuscript.