Paper Submission Guidelines

Guidelines ensuring proper paper submission and formatting for NACDC 2026.

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Paper Submission Guidelines

Please follow these technical specifications strictly to ensure your research is processed for NACDC 2026.

Chapter Preparation Guidelines

Abstract

The abstract must be within 150 words.

Length

Each chapter must not exceed 10 pages in length.

Word Limit

The maximum word limit is 3500 words per chapter.

First Author

The first author of each chapter must be an M.D., Ph.D., or equivalent.

References

References must follow the Chicago Manual of Style.

Figure Submission Guidelines

Source Files

All images, charts, and graphs (collectively referred to as figures) must be submitted with their original source files.

Software Charts

For figures created using software (e.g., PowerPoint charts), the original .pptx file should be submitted.

Maps

All maps must be in color.

Resolution

Photographs must be high quality, with a resolution of 350–750 PPI (pixels per inch), also known as DPI.

Prohibited

Screenshots or photos of charts, graphs, or diagrams will not be accepted.

Visual Standards

B&W Clarity

Black-and-white figures and legends must remain clearly distinguishable using different shapes or symbols and must be clear and legible.