Information For Authors

Journal of Dynamical Systems and Complexity is a multidisciplinary four-month publication dedicated to advancing knowledge of linear and nonlinear dynamical systems and complexity.

Interested in submitting to this journal? We recommend that you review the About the Journal page for the journal's section policies, as well as the Author Guidelines. Authors need to register with the journal prior to submitting or, if already registered, can simply log in and begin the five-step process. Here you can download the template for writing your paper.

 

Author Guidelines

1. Submission Overview

All manuscripts must be submitted in English and represent original work not previously published or under consideration elsewhere. Submissions should include a Title Page, Abstract (max 250 words), Keywords, and the Main Text.

2. Formatting and Style

  • File Format: Please submit your manuscript in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX format.

  • Typography: Use a standard 12-point font (e.g., Times New Roman or Arial) with double-spacing.

  • Citations: Follow the [e.g., APA 7th Edition / IEEE / Vancouver] style for in-text citations and the reference list.

3. Figures and Illustrations

Figures must be high-resolution (at least 300 DPI) and submitted as separate files (TIFF, JPEG, or EPS) or embedded clearly within the text for initial review.

  • Originality: Authors are responsible for obtaining written permission to reuse any figures previously published elsewhere.

  • Ethical Imaging Standards: > Strict Prohibition of Non-Inclusive/Copyrighted Test Images: To maintain the highest ethical and professional standards, this journal prohibits the use of copyrighted or historically controversial images. Specifically, the "Lenna" (or "Lena") image is strictly forbidden. >

    We encourage authors to use modern, open-source, and diverse datasets (e.g., Kodak, McMaster, or standard USC-SIPI alternatives) that do not carry the copyright or social baggage associated with legacy test images.

4. Data Availability

Authors are encouraged to share their underlying data and code. A Data Availability Statement must be included at the end of the manuscript, detailing where the data can be accessed or why it cannot be shared.

5. Ethical Considerations

  • Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could inappropriately influence their work.

  • Human/Animal Rights: Studies involving human participants or animals must include a statement of approval from an institutional review board (IRB) or ethics committee.

6. Peer Review Process

This journal operates a double-blind peer review process. Ensure that the main manuscript file does not contain author names or affiliations to maintain anonymity during the review.

Comparison of Accepted vs. Forbidden Images

Category Recommended Examples Prohibited Examples
Test Images Kodak set, Peppers, Cameraman Lenna (Lena)
Licensing Creative Commons (CC-BY), Public Domain Copyrighted screenshots without permission