Last Updated: 2025
Version: 1.0
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Introduction
This guide provides detailed instructions for preparing and submitting your final book chapter package. Each component requires specific attention to detail and proper formatting. Please review all requirements carefully before preparing your submission materials.
Required Components
1. Author Information Excel Template
The author information template captures comprehensive details about all contributing authors. You will receive our standard Excel template with the following structure:
Sheet 1 - Primary Information
| Field | Description | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Full Name | As it appears in publication | Text |
| Academic Qualifications | Complete list of degrees | Text |
| Current Designation | Primary professional role | Text |
| Institutional Affiliation | Complete institution name | Text |
| Postal Address | Full mailing address | Text |
| Email Address | Institutional email preferred | Email format |
| Contact Phone | With country code | Number |
| WhatsApp Number | For rapid communication | Number |
| ORCID ID | Complete identifier | Text |
Sheet 2 - Additional Information
- Brief Biography (100 words)
- Research Interests
- Recent Publications
- Academic/Professional Achievements
Important Notes:
- Maintain the original template structure
- Complete all fields for each author
- Verify contact information accuracy
- Use consistent name formatting
2. Suggested Reviewer Excel Format
The reviewer template helps identify appropriate peer reviewers. Each suggested reviewer entry must include:
| Required Information | Description |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Complete academic name |
| Academic Position | Current role and title |
| Institution | Complete institution name |
| Expertise | Primary research areas |
| Email Address | Current academic email |
| Justification | Brief explanation for selection |
| Conflict Check | Any potential conflicts |
Guidelines:
- Suggest minimum 4 reviewers
- Avoid institutional colleagues
- Exclude recent collaborators (past 3 years)
- Include international reviewers
- Verify current contact details
3. Manuscript in Word Format
Submit your chapter in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) following these specifications:
Formatting Requirements
| Element | Specification |
|---|---|
| Font | Times New Roman |
| Title | 16 point bold |
| Author names | 11 point |
| Body text | 11 point |
| Line spacing | 1.5 |
| Margins | One inch (2.54 cm) |
| Word count | 3,000-6,000 words |
| References | Minimum 40 with DOI |
Organization
- Title and author information
- Abstract and keywords
- Main text with proper headings
- References in IEEE format
- Embedded tables
- Figure captions list
4. Original Images and Artwork Package
Create a compressed (ZIP) file containing all visual elements:
Image Specifications
| Type | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Photographs | JPG/PNG, 300 dpi minimum |
| Chemical Structures | Original ChemDraw files |
| Vector Graphics | Original format |
| File Naming | “Figure1_Description” format |
File Organization
- Separate folders by content type
- Clear naming convention
- Include contents readme file
- 20MB maximum per file
5. Copyright Transfer Form
Submit a scanned copy meeting these requirements:
- Download official form
- Complete all sections
- Include all author signatures
- Scan in color (300 dpi)
- Save as PDF
- Name as “ChapterID_Copyright_Transfer”
6. Plagiarism Report
Submit a comprehensive plagiarism check report:
- Use Turnitin or iThenticate
- Generate full analysis
- Maintain similarity below 10%
- Include source analysis
- Submit complete PDF
- Report within 14 days old
Submission Process
File Organization
Create a structured submission package:
- Author_Information.xlsx
- Suggested_Reviewers.xlsx
- Manuscript.docx
- Images_and_Artwork/
- Copyright_Transfer.pdf
- Plagiarism_Report.pdf
Submission Steps
- Package all files in ZIP format
- Email to books@rsyn.org
- Subject: “Final Submission - [Chapter ID]”
- Include brief cover letter
- Maximum size: 25MB
Contact Information
Editorial Support
RSYN Research LLP
Email: books@rsyn.org
Technical Support
[Technical support email]
Final Verification Checklist
Before submitting, verify:
- File completeness and format
- Proper signatures on forms
- Image resolution compliance
- Manuscript formatting
- Complete Excel templates
- Current plagiarism report
- ZIP file size compliance