General Requirements

Articles submitted to The Edge Review (TER) Magazine should not exceed 2,000 words and must follow a narrative style focusing on relevant technical topics. All articles must be vendor-neutral and non-promotional in nature. While vendor and product-specific articles are accepted, they fall under our promotional policy and sponsorship guidelines, which have separate requirements and pricing structures.

TER accepts articles in the following core topic areas:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics
• Computer systems and computational research
• Blockchain and distributed systems
• Robotics and automation
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Mathematics and core sciences
• Quantum computing and quantum technologies
• Semiconductors and chip design
• Electrical engineering and system sciences
• Materials science and engineering
• Space technology and aerospace
• Manufacturing and supply chain
• Healthcare and life sciences
• Economics, banking and finance
• Application development, enterprise and cloud technology
• Cybersecurity and infrastructure
• Law and public policy
• Business leadership and philanthropy

For topics that don't explicitly fall under these categories, authors must provide a clear justification in their cover letter explaining:

• The topic's relevance to emerging technologies and industry advancement
• Its potential impact on one or more of our core areas
• Why it warrants consideration for our readership

This explanation will help our editorial team assess the submission's suitability for publication. The cover letter should be included with the initial submission to ensure proper consideration of the article.

Submission Requirements

Authors must submit their articles in Microsoft Word format to submissions@theedgereview.org or through the "Submit Article" or "Submit Research Paper" link on our website. All images should be submitted separately in a compressed ZIP file. Articles submitted in PDF format or without accompanying images, author details, and cover letter will be returned without review.

Author Information

Each submission must include a clear, professional photograph of the author(s) and a short biography containing:

• Full name
• Organization or institution name
• Official email address (generic email providers such as Gmail or Yahoo are not accepted)
• LinkedIn profile URL
• Article cover letter

Review Process

Our comprehensive review process consists of five stages designed to ensure the highest quality of published content:

1. Editorial Acceptance

The initial review determines if the article meets our basic requirements and falls within our scope. This includes checking formatting, length, and general suitability. Author will be issued a formal acceptance letter upon acceptance of the submitted article.

2. Double Blind Peer Review

Subject matter experts evaluate the technical accuracy, relevance, originality, novelty, and value of the content. They may suggest revisions or improvements to enhance the article's quality. TER follows double-blind peer review process.

3. Editorial Review

Our editorial team assesses the article's structure, clarity, and adherence to our writing standards. They may recommend changes to improve readability and presentation.

4. Publication Review

A final review ensures all previous feedback has been appropriately addressed and the article meets our publication standards. This includes checking formatting, images, and technical elements. During this stage, authors will receive:

• A License Release Form that must be signed and returned
• An Author Checklist to verify all submission requirements have been met

Both documents must be completed, signed, and returned before the article can proceed to publication.

5. Publication

Upon successful completion of all review stages and receipt of APC payment, the article is scheduled for publication. Author will be issued a formal successful publish letter upon acceptance of the submitted article.

The complete review process typically takes 3-4 weeks, depending on our current article pipeline and editorial workload. Authors will be kept informed of their article's status throughout the process.

Writing Standards

Articles should maintain a clear, professional tone while remaining accessible to our technical audience. The content should flow naturally between sections, with clear transitions and logical progression of ideas. Technical concepts should be explained thoroughly but concisely, avoiding unnecessary jargon.

Any content that is generated using artificial intelligence, including large language models, must be clearly marked as AI-generated at the beginning of the text. This includes content that has been substantially edited or enhanced using AI tools. Authors must specify which AI tools were used in the content creation process. This transparency ensures our readers can make informed decisions about the content they consume and maintains the integrity of our publication standards.

When using AI tools for content generation or enhancement, authors should:

• Explicitly state AI usage at the beginning of the article
• Specify which AI tools were used
• Indicate the extent of AI involvement (e.g., "AI-assisted research," "AI-generated draft with human editing," etc.)
• Maintain responsibility for fact-checking and accuracy of the content

Technical Content

Your article should present innovative concepts, emerging trends, and analytical insights in your field, backed by thorough research and empirical evidence. While we encourage comprehensive technical discussions, we do not accept manual-style "How to" guides, product tutorials, or step-by-step instructions. Articles should maintain vendor neutrality and avoid promoting specific commercial products or platforms.

Focus on narrative-driven content that explores:

• Latest developments and advancements in your field
• Critical analysis of technological trends
• Theoretical frameworks and their practical implications
• Open-source technology comparisons supported by empirical data
• Industry challenges and potential solutions

When presenting technical content:

• Include relevant diagrams, charts, or illustrations that enhance understanding
• Provide clear explanations with real-world context
• Limit code blocks to a maximum of two, with clearly specified programming languages
• Ensure all statistical claims are verified and sourced from authoritative references
• Present balanced viewpoints, especially in comparative analyses

Each article must include no more than 10 references. References should be:

• Research papers cited in Chicago format
• Technical specifications from recognized organizations
• Authoritative sources (standards bodies, official documentation, recognized industry resources)
• URLs from authoritative sources

Statistical information must be:

• Current and verified from authoritative sources
• Properly cited with original source attribution
• Contextually relevant to the discussion
• Supported by methodology explanation when appropriate

Important: Hyperlinks are not allowed in article submissions. Any submission containing hyperlinks will be automatically rejected and returned for resubmission. Please include your references within the "References" section at the end of the article. All references must be properly cited within the text and included in the references section at the end of the article.

Article Structure

Article titles must be concise and formatted as H1 headers (single # in markdown). Main sections should use H2 headers (##) and subsections should use H3 headers (###). This hierarchical structure helps readers navigate the content and maintains consistency across all publications. For example:

# Article Title

## Main Section

### Subsection

Formatting Guidelines

Articles must use consistent formatting throughout, with clear section headings and appropriate paragraph breaks. Technical terms should be properly defined upon first use. Tables and figures must be clearly labeled and referenced within the text. Citations should follow standard academic format.

Article Processing Charges (APC)

Article Processing Charges (APC) are essential fees that support the platform’s operations, including hosting, storage, and administrative costs. These charges help maintain the quality and sustainability of our publication platform while ensuring timely processing of submissions. The specific APC amount varies depending on the article topic and will be communicated upon submission. APC payment is required immediately upon article acceptance, and authors will receive payment instructions via email.

Copyright and Licensing

TER publishes all articles under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial (CC-BY-NC) license.

This means:

• Authors retain copyright of their work
• Content is freely available to readers worldwide
• Others may share and adapt the work for non-commercial purposes with proper attribution
• Authors may reuse their work in other contexts with appropriate citation

Original Content Requirement:

• We only accept previously unpublished content
• Content that has appeared elsewhere (including personal blogs, other journals, or commercial publications) will not be considered
• Substantial overlap with previously published work will result in immediate rejection

Image Requirements:

• All images must be original and created by the author(s)
• Open-source or license-free images must be clearly marked with their source and license type
• Screenshots must not contain proprietary or confidential information
• Each image must include a clear caption and be referenced in the text
• Images should be submitted in high resolution (minimum 300 dpi)

Note: Any form of plagiarism, including self-plagiarism or duplicate publication, will result in immediate rejection and may affect future submission privileges.

Appeals Process

Authors who wish to appeal a rejection decision must submit their appeal to appeals@theedgereview.org within 10 days of receiving the rejection notification. The appeal should include:

• The original article submission
• A detailed explanation of why the rejection should be reconsidered
• Any supporting documentation or clarification addressing the reasons for rejection
• The original rejection notification

Appeals submitted after the 10-day window or to other email addresses will not be considered. The appeals decision is final and no further correspondence will be entertained regarding rejected appeals.

After Acceptance

We respectfully request that authors submit their final files within 14 days from receipt of the acceptance decision letter. The decision of accept is not considered binding until final files have been received.

Final Files

Accepted articles are forwarded directly to The Edge Review's editorial team. The editorial team will contact the corresponding author with a set of revisions to enhance readability and ensure conformity with The Edge Review's style guidelines (see peer review process). As a condition of acceptance, authors must revise their paper within one week after receiving editorial comments.

Authors will be required to submit the following files:

1. Source file of the article (e.g., Microsoft Word);
2. A PDF file of the paper (generated by the author);
3. Online supplemental materials (if any) in the format they should appear online (PDF, plain text, etc.); including images in JPG format.
4. Professional author biography;
5. Professional headshot photo (500x500 px, high resolution; selfies, cropped images, or low-quality images will not be accepted);
6. The completed license release form; and
7. The completed Author Checklist.

Bitmap files (i.e., files with a BMP or PNG extension) are not acceptable. Figures submitted in color will be published in color in the online version of The Edge Review Magazine without charge to the author (they will be in grayscale in the print version). Please ensure that captions reflect the grayscale publication of the paper.

Open Access

The Edge Review offers an Open Access option for articles accepted in our journal. To sustain our open access publishing model, we implement Article Processing Charges (APC) for open access articles. The exact APC amount will be communicated to authors upon acceptance of their article along with instructions for payment.

Final Notes

These guidelines are subject to periodic updates. Authors should verify they are using the most current version before submission. For any questions or clarifications about the submission process, please contact our editorial team through the provided channels.