Submission Guide

General Information:

The Journal of Minimax Theory and its Applications invites submissions of original research articles that make significant contributions to the theory and applications of minimax, optimization, and related areas. We welcome articles that present new advances and improvements in these fields.

Manuscript Submission:

  1. Preparation of Manuscripts:

    • Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise English.
    • The text should be formatted in a single-column layout with double spacing and wide margins.
    • Authors should use a standard font, preferably Times New Roman, size 12 point.
    • Pages should be numbered consecutively.

  2. Structure of the Manuscript:

    • Title Page: Include the title, authors' names, affiliations, and a corresponding author's contact information (email address is essential).
    • Abstract: Provide a concise abstract of 150 to 250 words. It should not contain any undefined abbreviations or unspecified references.
    • Keywords: List 4 to 6 keywords that describe the content of the manuscript.
    • Introduction: Clearly state the problem, the background, and the paper's contributions.
    • Main Body: Describe the methodology, theory, and results in detail. Use appropriate sections and subsections.
    • Conclusions: Summarize the findings and their implications.
    • References: List references in APA format.

  3. Figures and Tables:

    • Figures and tables should be embedded in the manuscript.
    • Ensure each figure and table is cited in the text and includes a descriptive title and legend.

  4. Supplementary Materials:

    • Authors can submit supplementary materials that support the manuscript’s findings.

Submission Process:

  • Manuscripts should be submitted electronically via email to editor@journalmta.com.
  • Attach the manuscript file in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.
  • Include all authors' contact information in the accompanying email.

Review Process:

  • All submissions are subject to a double-blind peer review process.
  • The review process is expected to take approximately 3-6 months, depending on reviewer availability and response.

Publication Charges:

  • The Journal of Minimax Theory and its Applications does not charge submission fees.
  • Upon acceptance, authors will be informed of any applicable publication fees.

Ethical Guidelines:

  • Submissions must adhere to the journal’s ethical standards.
  • Manuscripts must be original work, not under consideration or published elsewhere.
  • Conflicts of interest must be disclosed.

Copyright and Licensing:

  • Upon acceptance, authors agree to the journal's copyright policy.
  • Articles are published under a Creative Commons license, allowing others to share and adapt the work, provided appropriate credit is given.

Contact Information:

For further queries regarding the submission process or journal policies, please contact the editorial office at:

Email: editor@journalmta.com

We look forward to your valuable contributions to the field of minimax theory and its applications.