Submissions

Editorial

The Editorial session is exclusive to the Editor-in-Chief or at the invitation of the editorial board.

Original Research

Original Research articles in the BJHAE are critical for disseminating primary and unpublished studies in the fields of health, particularly focusing on aromatherapy, essential oils, and related biological sciences. These articles provide a platform for sharing new empirical and experimental findings with the academic community. To maintain the quality and relevance of such articles, we outline the following updated guidelines:

1. Abstract: Limit your abstract to 250 words. It should succinctly summarize your research, including objectives, methods, key findings, and implications. Headings in the abstract are not required.

2. Introduction: Offer a comprehensive introduction to your research topic. Include a brief literature review, highlighting relevant prior studies, identifying gaps in existing knowledge, and articulating the research questions or hypotheses your study aims to address.

3. Materials and Methods: Describe the materials, methods, and procedures used in your research in detail, allowing others to replicate your study. Include data collection, experimental design, statistical analyses, and ethical considerations.

4. Results: Present findings in an organized manner. Use tables, figures, and visuals appropriately to clarify your results. Ensure accuracy and proper labeling of all data.

5. Discussion and Conclusion: Analyze and interpret results in relation to your research questions or hypotheses. Discuss the implications and contributions to existing knowledge. Conclude by summarizing key takeaways and suggesting future research directions.

6. References: Use a standardized citation style (e.g., NLM) for all references. Ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Word Limit: Original Research articles should not exceed 3,000 words.

• Tables and Figures: Use tables, figures, and references judiciously to enhance the comprehensibility of your research.

• Author Limits: No restrictions on the number of authors.

• Publication Fee: A publication fee is required for Original Research articles (A-type article) to cover peer review and publication costs.

Adhering to these guidelines ensures that your Original Research article is of high quality and contributes effectively to scholarly discourse, particularly in the specialized fields of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils.

Health Review and Mini-Review

Experience Reports

Experience Reports in the BJHAE offer a platform for sharing insightful experiences and reflections, particularly in the unique contexts of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils. These reports are vital for disseminating specific cases, educational practices, methodologies, or design concepts within these fields. To maintain the quality and relevance of Experience Reports, we have updated the submission guidelines as follows:

1. Abstract: Prepare a concise abstract of no more than 250 words, summarizing key aspects of your experience, including context, objectives, key findings, and implications.

2. Introduction: Set the context for your Experience Report. Include a brief literature review outlining relevant prior work or educational practices related to your case, methodology, or design concept. Highlight the gap or unique perspective your report addresses.

3. Experience Report Description: Present a detailed and structured description of the experience or case. Offer a clear account of the context, objectives, methods employed, outcomes, or observations. Share insights, challenges, and lessons learned.

4. Discussion and Conclusion: Reflect on the significance of your experience and its implications. Discuss key takeaways, innovations, or best practices derived from your report. Summarize your findings and conclude by emphasizing the broader relevance or potential impact on health, aromatherapy, and biological sciences.

5. References: Use a standardized citation style (e.g., NLM) for all references.

• Word Limit: Experience Reports should not exceed 1,500 words to ensure brevity and conciseness.

• Tables and Figures: Use tables, figures, and references judiciously to enhance the clarity and relevance of your report.

• Author Limits: No restrictions on the number of authors.

Adhering to these guidelines ensures that your Experience Report provides valuable insights and reflections, contributing effectively to the scholarly discourse in the fields of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils.

Medical Hyphoteses

Clinical Case Reports

In the field of health, particularly within the realms of aromatherapy and essential oil therapy, Clinical Case Reports play a crucial role in sharing innovative treatments, novel applications, and unique patient responses. The Brazilian Journal of Health, Aromatherapy and Essential Oil (BJHAE) invites detailed and insightful submissions of such cases, emphasizing the therapeutic benefits, challenges, and learnings that these natural therapies offer.

Submission Guidelines:

• Structure: Clinical Case Reports should adhere to the following format:

  • Abstract: Limit the abstract to 250 words, summarizing key aspects of the case, especially its relevance in the context of aromatherapy and essential oils.
  • Introduction: The introduction should include a literature review highlighting existing knowledge in aromatherapy and essential oils, similar cases, or relevant research. Emphasize the unique contribution or gap your case report addresses.
  • Case Report Description: Provide a comprehensive description of the clinical case, detailing patient history, specific aromatherapy or essential oil treatments used, clinical findings, outcomes, and any follow-up.
  • Discussion and Conclusion: Analyze the significance of the case in the context of aromatherapy and essential oils, discussing its clinical implications and lessons learned. Conclude with the key takeaways.
  • References: List all cited sources in a standardized citation style (e.g., NLM).

• Word Limit: Reports should not exceed 1,500 words. If including a literature review, the combined limit is 3,000 words.

• Tables, Figures, and References: No strict limits. Authors should use these to enhance clarity and relevance, particularly in illustrating the therapeutic use of aromatherapy and essential oils.

• Author Limits: No restrictions on the number of authors.

Literature Review:

• Authors are encouraged to provide a comprehensive literature review related to the case focus, especially in the context of aromatherapy and essential oil therapy. This review should broaden the understanding of the case and its implications in this specialized field.

By adhering to these guidelines, contributors can significantly advance the understanding of Clinical Case Reports in the fields of aromatherapy and essential oils, enriching the scientific discourse with their unique insights and experiences.

Clinical Images

The Clinical Images section of the BJHAE is devoted to presenting compelling and informative clinical images that pertain to the unique areas of aromatherapy and essential oil therapy in both human and animal health. The primary goal of Clinical Images is to vividly capture and clarify the distinctive features inherent to the clinical scenarios depicted, emphasizing the therapeutic use and effects of aromatherapy and essential oils.

Submission Guidelines:

• Focus: Clinical Images should exclusively highlight the aspects of the clinical image(s) presented, aiming to provide a clear, informative visual representation of relevant clinical scenarios in aromatherapy and essential oil therapy.

• Structure: Clinical Images submissions should not be divided into sections. The focus should be on the image and its descriptive commentary.

• Word Limit: The accompanying text for Clinical Images should not exceed 500 words. This concise text must offer context and essential information relating to the image.

• Figures: Each submission may include one figure that vividly illustrates the clinical scenario. Tables are not permitted in this format.

• References: A maximum of 5 references are allowed, providing background and contextual information about the clinical scenario.

• Author Limits: No restrictions on the number of authors.

Review and Evaluation:

• Submissions will undergo review for relevance, clarity, and the image's effectiveness in conveying significant clinical information related to aromatherapy and essential oils.

Image Quality:

• The submitted clinical image must be of high quality, with sufficient resolution and clarity to depict the therapeutic context clearly.

Ethical Considerations:

• Submissions must adhere to ethical standards and patient privacy regulations, including obtaining patient consent where necessary.

Legend:

• Each image should include a descriptive caption succinctly explaining the clinical scenario or relevant details, particularly highlighting aspects related to aromatherapy and essential oils.

By following these guidelines, contributors can effectively share important clinical information through vivid and informative images, enhancing the understanding of various health scenarios, especially as they relate to aromatherapy and essential oil therapies in the medical and veterinary fields.

Perspective

Perspectives articles in BJHAE offer a option for authors to discuss broad viewpoints, theoretical and conceptual frameworks, or reflections on current trends and future directions within the fields of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils. These articles aim to stimulate scholarly debate, offer insights into emerging areas of research, and propose new frameworks or models for understanding complex issues. Here are the detailed guidelines for submitting Perspectives articles to BJHAE:

1. Abstract: Provide a clear and concise abstract of up to 250 words, summarizing the main arguments, insights, and conclusions of your article. The abstract should highlight the article's contribution to the field and its significance.

2. Introduction: Offer a broad overview of the topic, including its relevance and significance to the fields of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils. Articulate the central thesis or argument and set the context for the ensuing discussion.

3. Discussion: This section forms the core of your article. Present your viewpoints, supported by evidence and references, in a coherent and logical manner. Discuss the implications of your viewpoints, how they relate to or challenge existing knowledge, and their potential impact on future research or practice.

4. Case Examples or Illustrative Scenarios: If applicable, include case examples, scenarios, or practical illustrations to demonstrate the real-world relevance or application of the ideas presented.

5. Conclusion: Summarize the key points discussed, reinforcing the significance of the perspectives offered. Highlight potential implications for practice, policy, or further research.

6. References: Cite all sources used in the article following a standardized citation style. Ensure all references are accurate and complete to enable readers to locate the original sources.

Word Limit: Perspectives articles should be concise yet comprehensive, ideally not exceeding 2,500 words.

Tables and Figures: Use tables and figures sparingly and only if they contribute significantly to the understanding of the article. Ensure they are high quality, clearly labeled, and accompanied by descriptive captions.

Authorship: Perspectives articles can be authored by one or more individuals. Include a brief bio for each author, highlighting their expertise and affiliation.

Submission Process: Submit your manuscript through the journal's online submission system, including all necessary files and documents. Follow the journal's specific instructions for submission, including formatting and accompanying documents.

Review Process: Perspectives articles will undergo a peer-review process, ensuring they meet the journal's standards for quality and relevance.

By adhering to these guidelines, authors can contribute valuable insights and stimulate meaningful discourse in the field through their Perspectives articles in BJHAE.

Letter to Editor and Commentary

Letters to the Editor and Commentary, in response to articles published in the BJHAE in the last or penultimate edition, are highly valued for fostering a dynamic and interactive academic discourse. These should be submitted electronically as conventional manuscripts via the journal’s website.

Submission Guidelines:

• Structure: Letters to the Editor are unstructured and must begin with "Dear Editor" or "Sir/Madam," depending on the preference.

• Word Limit: Letters should be concise, not exceeding 500 words. They should provide insightful commentary or constructive critique related to the content of the recently published articles.

• Tables and Figures: The inclusion of tables or figures is not permitted in Letters to the Editor. The emphasis is on text-based communication.

• Authorship: A maximum of 2 authors is allowed for each Letter to the Editor.

• References: Up to 5 references can be included to support the statements or viewpoints presented in the letter.

• Evaluation Process: Letters to the Editor will be reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief rather than undergoing a peer review process. They will also be shown to the authors of the original article when appropriate, to provide an opportunity for dialogue or clarification.

• Article Processing Charge: There is no Article Processing Charge for Letters to the Editor submissions.

By submitting a Letters to the Editor and Commentary, contributors can engage in the ongoing conversations within the fields of health, aromatherapy, and essential oils, offering perspectives, clarifications, or additional insights related to articles published in BJHAE. This platform encourages a vibrant exchange of ideas and fosters a deeper understanding of the subjects discussed.