Instructions for Authors

The Journal of Biomedical Devices and Technology is committed to advancing innovation and excellence in biomedical engineering practice through high-quality publication of:

• Original research studies
• Clinical device case reports and engineering teaching cases
• Technical and procedural notes
• Review articles and expert perspectives

Our mission is to promote scientific communication and clinical technology education by disseminating research that improves patient outcomes, strengthens device-related decision-making, and contributes to global biomedical knowledge.

We welcome submissions from:
• Biomedical engineers and technologists
• Device developers and design researchers
• Multidisciplinary clinical and engineering groups
• Professionals advancing medical device quality and safety standards

2. Article Types

1. Original Research Articles
   • Experimental, clinical, or translational biomedical device research.
   • Must include methodology, device performance analysis, and interpretation.
   • Word count: 4,000–6,000 words.
2. Clinical Device Case Reports
   • Unique, rare, or complex device implementation cases with educational significance.
   • Emphasize engineering design decisions and clinical utilization lessons.
   • Word count: 2,000–3,000 words.
3. Review Articles
   • Systematic, narrative, or critical reviews of biomedical device technologies.
   • Should identify practice gaps and propose future innovation directions.
   • Word count: 5,000–8,000 words.
4. Short Communications
   • Early-phase device development results or brief research observations.
   • Word count: 1,500–2,500 words.
5. Opinion / Perspective Pieces
   • Expert commentary on device innovation, regulatory matters, or technology ethics.
   • Word count: 1,000–2,000 words.
6. Technical Notes / Device Engineering Procedures
   • Step-by-step descriptions of new, refined, or modified device manufacturing or implementation procedures.
   • Emphasis on reproducibility and clinical utility.
   • Word count: 1,500–3,000 words.

3. Manuscript Preparation

Language and Writing Style
• Manuscripts must be in clear, professional English.
• Authors are encouraged to seek editing support if English is not their first language.
• Use of APA 7th Edition for references unless otherwise indicated.
• Define abbreviations at first use; minimize jargon.

Structure
• Title Page: Title, full author names and affiliations, ORCID iDs, corresponding author’s contact info, and a short running title (≤50 characters).
• Abstract: 250–300 words, structured when applicable.
• Keywords: 5–7 key terms.
• Main Text: Introduction, Methods (or Device Description), Results, Discussion, Conclusion.
• Acknowledgments: Funding/support.
• Conflict of Interest Statement: Required.
• Data Availability Statement: Required.

Reference Style Examples (Updated for Biomedical Field)

• Ratner BD, Hoffman AS, Schoen FJ, Lemons JE, et al. (2019). Biomaterials science: An introduction to materials in medicine. Academic Press.
• Tamburrino F, Graziosi A, Diana M, Lanza G, et al. (2021). Clinical validation of wearable physiological monitoring devices. Med Devices. 14(1):145–158.
• Li X, Yang Q, Chen Y, Huang J, et al. (2020). Smart biosensors for real-time medical monitoring. Biosens Bioelectron. 165:112–122.
• Taylor CJ, Ellis H. (2018). Biomedical instrumentation technology. 3rd ed. McGraw-Hill.
• Zhang Y, Zhao Q, Zhang Y, Lu H, et al. (2022). Advances in implantable medical device interface engineering. Adv Healthc Mater. 11(12):220–231.

Ethical Compliance

• All device-related clinical studies must comply with institutional, medical, and international ethical standards.
• Ethical approval and patient consent must be documented.
• Case reports involving patient data require consent.
• Studies involving animal testing must follow accepted animal care guidelines.
• Medical device clinical trials must include registration identifiers where applicable.

5. Submission and Peer Review Process

Submission
• Submit manuscripts via the Journal of Biomedical Devices and Technology Online Submission System (Otso Publishers).
• Acceptable formats: .doc/.docx for text; .png, .tiff, .eps for figures.
• A cover letter must include:
o Statement of originality
o Relevance to biomedical device and technology advancement
o Confirmation that the manuscript is not under review elsewhere
• Authors may suggest reviewers but must avoid collaborators or recent co-authors.

Peer Review
• Double-blind peer review is followed.
• Manuscripts are evaluated for technical relevance, originality, rigor, and ethical compliance.
• Editorial outcomes: Accept, Minor Revision, Major Revision, Reject.

6. Post-Acceptance Procedures

• Proofs sent to the corresponding author.
• Only minor edits allowed at proof stage.
• High-resolution figures required before publication.
• Authors must sign the Open Access Publication Agreement.

7. Open Access Policy & Article Processing Charges (APCs)

• Open access under CC BY 4.0.
• Articles freely available online at publication.
• APC: USD $535 per accepted article.
• Waivers/discounts available for:
o Authors from low-/middle-income countries
o Early-career researchers or unfunded projects

8. Copyright and Licensing

• Authors retain copyright.
• Publication license granted to Otso Publishers under CC BY 4.0.
• Permission required for third-party content.

9. Plagiarism, Redundancy & Scientific Misconduct

• Screening for plagiarism and duplicated content.
• Self-plagiarism and data manipulation prohibited.
• Misconduct may result in rejection or reporting.
• COPE guidelines strictly followed.