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Author Guidelines

GEOCIVIA: Journal of Geotechnical Engineering and Civil Infrastructure invites submissions of original research articles, technical notes, and case studies. To support an efficient and rigorous peer-review process, authors are required to strictly comply with the following guidelines.

Non-Compliance: Manuscripts that do not conform to these instructions or the prescribed template will be returned without review (desk rejection).

1. General Requirements

Language
Manuscripts must be written in clear and formal academic English. Either US or UK spelling is acceptable; however, consistency must be maintained throughout the manuscript. Authors are strongly encouraged to use professional language-editing or proofreading services to ensure grammatical accuracy and clarity.

File Format
Submissions must be prepared using Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). PDF files are not accepted for initial submission to allow proper formatting for double-blind peer review.

Length
Manuscripts should contain between 4,000 and 8,000 words (approximately 6–15 pages), inclusive of figures, tables, and references.

Units
All measurements must be expressed using SI Units (International System of Units). If non-SI units are used, their SI equivalents must be provided in parentheses.

2. Manuscript Structure

Manuscripts must follow the standard IMRaD structure (Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion).

A. Title

The title should be concise, specific, and informative. Abbreviations and mathematical formulae should be avoided. The title must clearly reflect the engineering problem, method, or solution addressed in the manuscript.

B. Abstract

The abstract must consist of a single paragraph of 150–250 words and include the following elements:
(1) Objective or problem statement,
(2) Methodology (experimental, numerical, or field-based),
(3) Key quantitative results, and
(4) Main conclusion or practical implication.

Keywords: Authors must provide 3–5 keywords (e.g., Slope Stability; Finite Element Method; Green Concrete).

C. Introduction

The introduction should provide adequate background information and a concise review of relevant and recent literature. Authors must clearly identify the research gap by stating the limitations of previous studies and articulate the specific objectives of the present study.

D. Materials and Methods (Critical for Engineering Studies)

This section must provide sufficient technical detail to ensure reproducibility.

  • Experimental Studies: Describe materials, equipment, and standardized testing procedures, citing relevant standards (e.g., ASTM, AASHTO, SNI, Eurocode).

  • Numerical or Simulation Studies: Specify the software used, boundary conditions, material constitutive models, mesh configuration, and key assumptions.

  • Case Studies: Describe site conditions, geological settings, project specifications, and data acquisition methods.

E. Results and Discussion

  • Results: Present findings clearly using tables, figures, and graphs. Numerical data presented in tables should not be repeated verbatim in the text.

  • Discussion: Interpret and critically analyze the results. Compare findings with previous studies, explain agreements or discrepancies, and discuss the underlying physical or engineering mechanisms rather than merely describing graphical outputs.

F. Conclusion

The conclusion should summarize the principal findings in relation to the stated objectives, highlight practical engineering implications, and identify study limitations along with recommendations for future research.

3. Technical Specifications

A. Figures and Engineering Drawings

  • Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI for color or grayscale images and 600 DPI for line drawings.

  • Legibility: All text within figures must remain readable when scaled to journal column width.

  • Captions: Figure captions must be placed below each figure.

B. Tables

Tables must be created using the Microsoft Word table function and must not be submitted as images. Table captions must be placed above the table.

C. Mathematical Equations

Equations must be prepared using Microsoft Equation Editor or MathType. Equations submitted as images or screenshots are not permitted. All equations must be numbered consecutively in parentheses on the right margin, e.g., (1). All variables must be defined immediately following the equation.

4. Citations and References

GEOCIVIA adopts the APA Style (7th Edition) for citations and references. Authors may alternatively use IEEE style if preferred; however, consistency must be ensured throughout the manuscript.

Reference Management: The use of reference management software (Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote) is mandatory.

Reference Quality: A minimum of 20 references is required. At least 80% of references must be sourced from reputable international journals published within the last 5–10 years.

DOI Requirement: All references that have a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) must include the DOI link.

Examples (APA 7th):

  • Journal Article: Author, A. A. (Year). Title of article. Journal Name, Volume(Issue), pages. https://doi.org/xxxx

  • Standard: ASTM International. (2018). Standard Test Method for Direct Shear Test of Soils (ASTM D3080).

5. Double-Blind Review Policy

To preserve the integrity of the double-blind peer-review process:

  • Main Manuscript: Must not contain author names, affiliations, acknowledgments, or any identifying information.

  • Title Page: A separate file must be submitted containing the manuscript title, full author details, affiliations, and acknowledgments.

Submission Preparation Checklist

  • Originality and Scope

    The submitted manuscript has not been previously published and is not under consideration elsewhere.
    The content falls strictly within the scientific domains of Geotechnical Engineering (“Geo”) or Civil Infrastructure Engineering (“Civia”), in accordance with the journal’s stated aims and scope.

    2. File Format and Blind Review Compliance

    The manuscript file is submitted in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).

    To ensure the integrity of the double-blind peer-review process, the submission file does not contain:

    • Author names

    • Institutional affiliations

    • Acknowledgments or identifying metadata

    3. Figures and Graphs (Engineering Quality)

    All figures, graphs, and technical diagrams meet professional engineering publication standards:

    • Image resolution is at least 300 DPI.

    • Text elements within figures (axis labels, legends, annotations) are clearly legible and use standard, non-decorative fonts.

    • Figures are embedded within the main text at appropriate locations, not grouped at the end of the manuscript.

    4. Mathematical Equations

    All mathematical equations are prepared using Microsoft Equation Editor or MathType.

    • Equations are provided as fully editable text.

    • Equations are not inserted as images, screenshots, or scanned objects.

    5. Citations and References

    • A reference management tool (e.g., Mendeley or Zotero) is used.

    • Citation and reference formatting follows APA Style (7th Edition) consistently throughout the manuscript.

    • DOI links are provided for all journal articles where available.

    • Technical standards issued by recognized bodies (e.g., ASTM International or Standar Nasional Indonesia) are cited accurately and consistently.

    6. Language and Units

    • The manuscript is written in clear, formal academic English.

    • Terminology and grammar are consistent and appropriate for an international scholarly audience.

    • All measurements are reported using International System of Units (SI) (e.g., kPa, MPa, kN) throughout the text.

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1. Commitment to Data Privacy

GEOCIVIA: Journal of Geotechnical Engineering and Civil Infrastructure is firmly committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. The journal complies with internationally recognized best practices in data protection, including the principles set forth in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Data Collection

The data collected from registered and non-registered users is limited to what is necessary for the normal operation of a peer-reviewed scholarly journal. This includes:

  • Personal Information: Names, institutional affiliations, email addresses, and mailing addresses.

  • Professional Identifiers: ORCID iDs and declared research interests, which are used to facilitate appropriate reviewer assignment.

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  • Editorial Workflow: Managing manuscript submission, double-blind peer review, editorial evaluation, and publication decisions.

  • Communication: Contacting authors regarding their submissions and inviting qualified experts to participate in the peer-review process.

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4. Data Disclosure Policy

  • No Commercial Sale: The journal does not sell, rent, or otherwise distribute personal data to third parties for commercial or marketing purposes.

  • Public Scholarly Record: By publishing in GEOCIVIA, authors acknowledge that their names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses will be displayed in the published article (PDF and journal website) as part of the permanent scholarly record.

  • Reviewer Confidentiality: Reviewer identities and related information are treated as strictly confidential and are never disclosed to authors or third parties, in accordance with the journal’s Double-Blind Peer Review policy.

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Note on Data Deletion: While users may request account deletion, data associated with published articles (such as author names and affiliations) cannot be removed, as this would compromise the integrity and reliability of the scholarly record.

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