Submissions

Author Guidelines

1. Scope of the Journal

BIOSOLUSI publishes scholarly articles derived from community service activities and science-based community engagement programs. The journal welcomes manuscripts related to Applied Biology, Environmental Conservation, Biotechnology, Forestry, Science-Based Community Development, Community Science Education, Natural Resource Management, Public Health, Appropriate Technology, Sustainable Agriculture, and Renewable Energy.

The journal prioritizes manuscripts that demonstrate practical relevance, measurable impact on society, and the application of scientific knowledge, technology, or innovation in solving community problems. Manuscripts template.

2. Types of Manuscripts

The journal accepts manuscripts reporting:

• community service implementation;
• training, mentoring, and outreach programs;
• participatory empowerment activities;
• technology transfer and appropriate technology adoption;
• science-based educational interventions for communities;
• collaborative programs involving universities, communities, local governments, schools, or other partners.

Submissions must clearly explain the background of the activity, the implementation process, the outcomes achieved, and the significance of the program for the target community.

3. Language

Manuscripts may be written in Bahasa Indonesia or English, but the template requires:

• title in Bahasa Indonesia and English;
• abstract in Bahasa Indonesia and English;
• keywords in Bahasa Indonesia and English.

Authors should ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency of language throughout the manuscript. If the manuscript is written in Bahasa Indonesia, the English title and abstract must accurately reflect the same content.

4. General Manuscript Format

The manuscript must be prepared using the BIOSOLUSI journal template. Authors should submit the article in an editable word-processing format, preferably .doc or .docx.

The manuscript should follow the sequence provided in the template:

1. Journal identity header
2. Title in Bahasa Indonesia
3. Title in English
4. Author names
5. Affiliations
6. Corresponding author email
7. Abstract in Bahasa Indonesia
8. Keywords in Bahasa Indonesia
9. Abstract in English
10. Keywords in English
11. Introduction
12. Methods
13. Results and Discussion
14. Conclusion
15. Acknowledgments
16. References

5. Title, Authors, and Affiliations

The title must be concise, specific, and clearly reflect the substance of the community service activity. The template requires:

• one title in Bahasa Indonesia;
• one title in English;
• full author names without academic titles;
• institutional affiliations for each author, including study program or institution, city, and country;
• the email address of the corresponding author.

6. Abstract and Keywords

Abstract

The manuscript must include:

• ABSTRAK in Bahasa Indonesia;
• ABSTRACT in English.

Both abstracts should be equivalent in meaning and content. The abstract should be written in one paragraph and should contain:

• brief background,
• objective,
• implementation method,
• main results,
• impact of the activity.

A recommended abstract length is 150–250 words.

Keywords

Authors must provide:

• Kata Kunci in Bahasa Indonesia;
• Keywords in English.

Each should contain 3–5 terms, separated by semicolons.

7. Manuscript Structure

1. Introduction

The Introduction should present:

• background of the problem;
• urgency of the activity;
• context of the partner/community target;
• brief relevant literature review;
• objectives of the community service activity.

2. Methods

The Methods section should clearly explain:

• location and time of the activity;
• target participants or partners;
• stages of implementation;
• methods of counseling, training, mentoring, or intervention;
• evaluation instruments;
• data analysis techniques.

The description should be sufficiently clear so that the activity model can be understood and, where applicable, replicated.

3. Results and Discussion

This section should systematically present the outcomes of the activity, such as:

• changes in knowledge, skills, attitudes, or participation;
• outputs or products generated;
• responses from participants or partners;
• evaluation findings before and after the intervention.

The discussion should not merely describe activities, but also interpret the results, explain their significance, and connect them with relevant literature or similar programs. The template explicitly encourages linking results with literature to strengthen the discussion.

4. Conclusion

The Conclusion should be concise and directly address the objective of the activity. It should highlight the main outcome and practical significance of the program.

5. Acknowledgments

This section should mention parties that contributed to the activity, such as funding institutions, facilities providers, community partners, or technical supporters.

6. References

The References section must list all cited works consistently according to the citation style established by the journal. The template also recommends the use of reference management software to maintain formatting consistency.

8. Tables, Figures, and Photos

Tables, figures, and activity photos must be relevant and clearly presented.

For tables:

• number tables consecutively;
• provide a concise title;
• ensure the data are readable and clearly labeled.

The template includes an example of result presentation using a table with indicators and comparison of conditions before and after the activity.

For figures/photos:

• place the figure or photo above the figure caption;
• ensure good quality, proper proportion, and readability;
• include source information or explanatory notes when needed.

9. Citation and Reference Style

References must be presented consistently. Based on the template note, the journal may determine the final citation style, but authors are strongly encouraged to use one standard reference style consistently throughout the manuscript and to manage references using software such as Mendeley, Zotero, or EndNote.

A recommended style for BIOSOLUSI is APA 7th edition.

In-text citation examples

Single author:

(Rahman, 2022)

Two authors:

(Rahman & Putri, 2023)

Three or more authors:

(Siregar et al., 2021)

Direct quotation:

(Hidayat, 2020, p. 45)

Reference list examples

Journal article:

Rahman, A., & Putri, D. A. (2023). Community-based environmental education to improve waste management awareness among rural households. Journal of Community Engagement, 5(2), 120–130. https://doi.org/xx.xxxx/xxxx

Book:

Moleong, L. J. (2018). Metodologi penelitian kualitatif. PT Remaja Rosdakarya.

Book chapter:

Suryadi, T. (2021). Community empowerment through applied science education. In R. Kurniawan (Ed.), Innovative approaches in community development (pp. 55–72). Scholar Press.

Website/report:

World Health Organization. (2023). Community health promotion framework. https://www.who.int/

10. Ethical and Originality Requirements

Submitted manuscripts must:

• be original and not previously published;
• not be under consideration by another journal;
• accurately report the activity and results;
• avoid plagiarism, fabrication, and falsification;
• list only authors who made substantial contributions.

Authors are fully responsible for the content of their manuscript.

11. Submission Preparation Checklist

Before submission, authors should ensure that:

• the title clearly reflects a community service activity;
• author names, affiliations, and corresponding email are complete;
• the Indonesian and English abstracts are equivalent in content;
• the methods and evaluation procedures are described adequately;
• results are supported by relevant tables, figures, or photos where necessary;
• the conclusion is concise and aligned with the objectives;
• the references are consistent and all citations are included in the reference list;
• the manuscript file is ready for upload to OJS in the required format.

12. Final Note

This journal template is intended as the initial manuscript format for BIOSOLUSI. Authors are advised to follow the latest editorial instructions issued by the journal management, particularly regarding journal identity details, citation style, and technical formatting requirements. This is consistent with the note in the template indicating that some journal identity elements may still be adjusted by the editor and program leadership.