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Author Guidelines

1. Author Guidelines

• Types of paper
• General structure of original research paper and case study
• General structure of review article
• Language (usage and editing services)
• Figures
• Tables
• Unit
• Math Formulae
• References
• Conflicts of interest
• Article Types

GeoStorage accepts original research articles, review articles, and case studies.

Original Research Article: An original research article is a manuscript that reports detailed research and is classified as primary literature. Its structure typically includes an introduction, background, hypotheses, methods, results, interpretation of findings, and discussion.

Review Article: A review article provides an up-to-date report on the current state of significant topics in the geological storage sector. It discusses previous developments related to the topic and offers an overview of future directions.

Case Study: A case study is a practical article, often presented by industry practitioners, that details unique instances or challenges encountered in geological storage systems, technologies, or policies. These cases typically provide valuable insights that contribute significantly to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

• General structure of original research paper and case study

Paper Identity: The title should be concise and to the point. Following the manuscript title, list the authors' names and their respective affiliations in order. Finally, provide the complete contact information for the corresponding author, including their email address.

Abstract: The abstract should be written as a single paragraph. The first sentence typically states the purpose of the research, followed by a sentence explaining the methodology. The next sentence provides an overview of the experimental results, and the final sentence outlines the significance of the findings and their broader impact on the field. Additionally, 3 to 6 core keywords should be included.

Introduction: The introduction should briefly review the literature relevant to the research topic. It is generally written in a descriptive manner, starting with a broad theme and gradually narrowing down to the specific research being conducted. The introduction typically consists of multiple paragraphs: the first one or two paragraphs introduce the general background of the research problem to the readers; subsequent paragraphs delve into more specific aspects; and the final paragraph is crucial, as it must clearly state the specific experimental questions the study aims to answer and the approaches that will be used to address them.

Methods: The methods section should provide a direct description of the methodologies employed in the study. This includes a description of the materials used, the main research procedures, data acquisition techniques, and analytical methods. If a specific experimental design is utilized, this section must also detail the design and setup of the research. Similarly, for literature-based research, theoretical or modeling components must be clearly articulated in this section.

Results: The results section should present the research findings objectively and accurately. Representative results are used to highlight the findings and lead into the discussion; this section may include tables, graphs, and diagrams, accompanied by explanations to facilitate readers' understanding. The results should be presented in an order that corresponds to the methods section. The discussion must be separated from the results, and therefore, the discussion should not merely repeat the results.

Discussion: The discussion should interpret the phenomena derived from the research results and relate them to relevant references. The discussion should address the following: What is the significance of the research? Based on the fundamental assumptions, do the results confirm, improve upon, or contradict previous studies? If contradictory findings are observed, the authors must persuade the readers by demonstrating that the findings of this study are superior to existing research.

Conclusion: The conclusion should summarize the research findings, followed by the key takeaways from the discussion. The final, overarching conclusion should end with a statement highlighting the contribution of this research to the field as a whole.

Acknowledgments: This section should declare the funding sources for the research and express gratitude to those who contributed to the research and the preparation of the manuscript.

References: This section must list all references cited in the main text, with accurate citations.

• General structure of review article

Paper Identity: The identity of a review article is the same as that of an original research paper, which includes the title, authors' names, affiliations, and the email address of the corresponding author.

Abstract: Write one or two sentences describing the context and purpose of the review. Next, explain the methodological approach in one or more sentences, including the materials and data used. Then, write a few sentences summarizing the main findings. Finally, conclude with a statement linked to the review's objectives. Additionally, include 3 to 6 strong keywords.

Introduction: The introduction of a review article is generally more concise than that of an original research paper. It typically consists of three main paragraphs covering: (1) Background: Covers general topics, issues, or areas of concern to establish the context; (2) Problem Statement: Highlights trends, new perspectives, research gaps, or conflicts among previous findings; (3) Motivation/Justification: Explains the author's rationale for conducting this literature review.

Materials and Methods: The materials and methods section includes information on data sources, search strategies, article selection criteria, the number of studies included, and the analytical methods or statistical techniques used. The author must ensure that the data sources are clearly identified and valid.

Results and Discussion: The main body of a review article must be organized coherently by topic. The main sections are generally divided into sub-sections based on methodological approaches, models or theories, comparative studies, chronological order, or geographical locations.

Conclusion: The conclusion of a review article differs slightly from that of an original research paper. It generally covers the implications of the findings, the authors' interpretations, and the identification of unresolved research questions.

Acknowledgments: The acknowledgments section in a review article may differ slightly from that of an original research paper. It typically expresses gratitude to individuals or institutions that assisted in searching and providing literature and data, organizing materials, or drafting the manuscript.

References: A review article should generally include no fewer than 20 references, and all of them must be cited in the text.

• Language (usage and editing services)

GeoStorage requires that all submitted manuscripts meet international standards for the English language. To improve the quality of the manuscript, authors may engage a professional language editing service or seek assistance from an English-speaking colleague to polish the language.

• Artworks

Regardless of the application used, when your electronic artwork is finalized, please save it as or convert it to a vector format such as EPS or PDF. Ensure that fonts are embedded or that the text is converted to outlines. Each illustration must have a caption, which should consist of a brief title (not placed on the figure itself) and a concise description. Keep text within the illustrations to a minimum, and explain all symbols and abbreviations used.

• Tables

Tables in GeoStorage typically follow the three-line format. Authors should submit tables in an editable format. Tables may be set in either single-column (full-width) or double-column layout.

• Unit

Use the International Units system. 

• Math Formula

Vectors and tensors should be clearly distinguished in the manuscript. Equation numbers should be enclosed in parentheses and numbered consecutively. All equation numbers must appear on the right-hand side of the equation and be referred to within the text. Use the following sequence of brackets: { [ ( ) ] }. Mathematical symbols and formulae should be properly formatted. Particular care should be taken to identify all symbols and avoid ambiguities. A clear distinction must be made between the number one (1) and the lowercase letter "l", as well as between the number zero (0) and the uppercase letter "O". If numerous symbols are used, the author must provide a nomenclature list detailing their meanings and types on a separate page. All parameters must be set in italics, except for descriptive subscripts. British Standards BS 350:1991 and BS 3763, or ISO/R 31, may be referred to for units, abbreviations, and symbols.

• References

GeoStorage references use APA 7th edition. The content of the APA 7th edition can be found on this website: https://apa-citation.com/guides/apa-format/. If you only need a formatted reference, skip ahead and use the APA citation generator — but understanding the rules helps you catch edge cases.

• Conflicts of interest

The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that all co-authors disclose their interests. Authors must declare any financial or personal relationships with individuals or organizations that could inappropriately influence, or be perceived as biasing, their work. All relevant interests that could be construed as potential conflicts must be disclosed, accompanied by an explanation of why each might represent a conflict. If no such conflicts exist, authors must explicitly state: “The author(s) declare(s) that there is no conflict of interest regarding the publication of this article.” Declared conflicts of interest will be evaluated by editors and reviewers and will be included in the published article.

Authors must disclose any current or recent funding, payments, or services that might influence the submitted work. All funding sources must be detailed in a separate Funding Statement. Additionally, any involvement by non-authors in the conception, planning, design, conduct, analysis, manuscript preparation, editing, or approval for submission must be declared at the time of initial submission.

To ensure impartiality, all submissions involving Editorial Board members undergo a rigorous and independent review process in accordance with the journal’s standard procedures. Board-member authors are strictly excluded from all stages of the review and decision-making process for their own manuscripts, including the selection of potential reviewers. Furthermore, the identities of the reviewers assigned to these manuscripts remain completely confidential from the board-member authors at all times.