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As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.
  • The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
  • The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
  • Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
  • The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
  • The text adheres to the stylistic and biliographical requirements of the APA standards summarized in the Author Guidelines, which appear in About the magazine
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Author Guidelines

Instructions for authors

before submitting a manuscript to Revista universitas (León), it is highly recommended to review our scope,  Section Policy to ensure that all formatting and stylistic details comply with the journal’s requirements. this will prevent unnecessary delays caused by formatting and style corrections requested at the beginning of the evaluation process. our journal publishes articles in spanish and english and follows the APA 7th edition guidelines for bibliographic references. Authors must ensure that their manuscripts adhere to these standards. when submitting a manuscript, all authors must include their ORCID number and full institutional affiliation (without abbreviations and followed by the country) in the metadata.

All articles submitted for publication in Universitas (León) must meet the following standards:

  • originality: the work must be entirely original, unpublished, and not previously published in whole or in part in any other publication, except under justified circumstances. authors must complete an originality statement (available at the end of these guidelines).
  • methodological consistency: the research must use valid methods and techniques appropriate to the field.
  • significance: the topic must contribute valuable insights to the agricultural, economic, and educational sciences.
  • impact: the work should be relevant to a broad audience, including both academics and practitioners.
  • clear and concise writing: the manuscript must be well-structured, avoiding jargon and local expressions.
  • equations: must be written using an equation editor, centered, and consecutively numbered in parentheses. variables, constants, and greek or latin letters in equations must be italicized.
  • figures and tables:
    • all figures and tables must be referenced in the text.
    • figure titles, numbering, descriptions, and sources (if applicable) must be placed below the figure in arial, size 10.
    • table titles and numbering should be above the table, while sources should be below the table, aligned to the left, in arial, size 10.
  • units and symbols: must follow the international system of units (si).

Manuscript processing times

once submitted, manuscripts will follow the processing timeline below:

a) submission confirmation (5 days): within five days, authors will receive an email confirming receipt of their manuscript. if no confirmation is received, authors should contact the editorial team immediately. the email will also confirm whether metadata requirements (orcid, institutional affiliations) have been met. all manuscripts will be screened using plagiarism detection software.

b) editorial review (15 days): the editorial committee will decide whether to assign an academic editor and peer reviewers.

c) peer review (25 days): authors will receive reviewer comments within 25 days.

d) author revisions (10-15 days): authors have 10-15 days (up to day 35) to revise their manuscript, address reviewer comments, and submit a rebuttal letter detailing the modifications made.

e) final evaluation (10 days): a second review or final decision will be communicated within 10 days (by day 40).

f) acceptance/rejection notification (40 days): authors will be informed of the final decision within 40 days.

g) publication (10-15 days): once accepted, the article will be published within 10-15 days, making the entire process approximately 45-55 days.

for any inquiries regarding manuscripts, please contact Luis Enrique Blanco Romero at universitas@ac.unanleon.edu.ni.

The journal does not charge article processing charges (APC), allowing authors to publish valuable research at no cost.

Týpes of manuscripts (Section policies)

Contributions to be published in Universitas (León) must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Each page must be numbered at the bottom right corner, and line numbers must restart at 1 on each page.

Section titles (abstract, introduction, metodology (materials and methods), results, discussion, conclusions, acknowledgments, and references) must be written in lowercase, with an initial capital letter, bolded, and left-aligned (Arial, size 12).

Instructions for writing Original Articles

Original articles must correspond to unpublished scientific research and present results derived from a rigorous methodological process. The maximum length of the manuscript will be 5,000 words, not including the abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be written briefly, clearly, and accurately, reflecting the content of the study and allowing the scope to be identified. It must not exceed 20 words and must be presented in Spanish and English.

In the authors section, the full names of all authors must be included, along with their institutional affiliation, specifying the academic unit, center or institute, as well as the faculty or area of knowledge. The corresponding author must be identified with a superscript asterisk and include their email address. All authors must provide their ORCID identifier.

The abstract must present a structured synthesis of the study in a maximum of 250 words, including consecutively the justification, objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions. It must be presented in Spanish and English.

The keywords must include between three and five terms that facilitate the indexing of the article, and be presented in both languages.

The introduction should contextualize the research problem, summarize the available scientific evidence, identify the knowledge gap, and conclude with the study objective. The use of updated literature is recommended, prioritizing scientific articles published in indexed journals.

The methodology must clearly and sufficiently describe the study design, which may be quantitative, qualitative, or mixed, as well as the context in which the research was conducted, the population or participants, the variables or categories of analysis, the techniques and instruments for data collection, the procedure followed, and the data analysis. In mixed studies, the integration of the components must be specified. Additionally, the corresponding ethical considerations must be included. This section must ensure coherence, rigor, and sufficient detail to allow for critical evaluation and, when applicable, the reproducibility of the study.

The results must be presented clearly, orderly, and objectively, in accordance with the objectives of the study. They may include descriptive and/or interpretive analyses depending on the methodological approach, supported by tables or figures when necessary. Duplication of information between text and graphic elements should be avoided, as well as the inclusion of extensive interpretations in this section. Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively with Arabic numerals, be self-explanatory, and be presented without frames or unnecessary decorative elements.

The discussion, which integrates the conclusions, must interpret the results in relation to the study objectives and the existing literature, explaining agreements, discrepancies, implications, and limitations. The conclusions should be presented as a final synthesis of the findings and their relevance, avoiding repetition of results and highlighting the contributions of the study, as well as possible future research directions.

Bibliographic references should prioritize scientific articles published in indexed journals and updated literature. They must be prepared according to APA 7th edition standards, ensuring correspondence between in-text citations and the final reference list, and including the DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

In relation to supplementary material, authors may submit additional files that complement the content of the manuscript, such as databases, information collection instruments, protocols, audiovisual material, or methodological appendices. These materials must be clearly identified, cited in the text, and accompanied by a brief description. They must be submitted in separate files, in editable or commonly used formats, and will be evaluated as part of the editorial process. The journal reserves the right to publish or not publish such material based on its relevance and quality.

Writing guidelines - Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses must synthesize the available scientific evidence in a rigorous and transparent manner, addressing a clearly defined research question. Authors are encouraged to follow international reporting guidelines such as PRISMA and, when applicable, to register their protocol in platforms such as PROSPERO. The maximum length of the manuscript is 6,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must clearly indicate that the study is a systematic review and/or meta-analysis, be precise, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, detailed institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must be structured and include, within a maximum of 250 words, the background, objective, methods (including data sources and selection criteria), main results, and conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction must present the research problem, justify the relevance of the review, summarize the current state of knowledge, and clearly state the research question.

The methods section must describe, in a detailed and reproducible manner, the review process, including study design, research question (e.g., using PICO or similar frameworks), databases searched, search strategies, inclusion and exclusion criteria, study selection process, quality or risk of bias assessment, and data extraction and synthesis methods. For meta-analyses, statistical methods, effect measures, heterogeneity assessment, and additional analyses must be described.

The results should clearly and systematically present the study selection process (including a PRISMA flow diagram), characteristics of included studies, and main findings. When applicable, quantitative results from the meta-analysis should be reported with confidence intervals and appropriate graphical representations (e.g., forest plots). Extensive interpretation should be avoided in this section.

The discussion, including conclusions, must interpret the findings in relation to the research question and existing literature, assess the consistency of results, discuss limitations (including potential biases), and outline implications for practice, policy, or future research. Conclusions should summarize the main contributions of the review.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include full search strategies, lists of excluded studies, quality assessment tools, datasets, or additional analyses. These materials must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Writing guidelines - Case Reports

Case reports should provide a detailed and systematic description of specific situations of scientific, clinical, educational, or social interest, contributing relevant knowledge, generating hypotheses, or enhancing understanding of rare, complex, or context-dependent phenomena. This type of manuscript may include traditional descriptive approaches or qualitative perspectives when in-depth interpretation of context, meanings, or experiences is required. Authors are encouraged to follow CARE guidelines. The maximum length of the manuscript is 2,500 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the nature of the case, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary of the case in a maximum of 150 words, including a brief background, case description, and main conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should contextualize the case, justify its relevance, and relate it to existing literature.

The case description must present the case clearly and coherently, and when appropriate, chronologically, including relevant background, characteristics, context, and development. In qualitative approaches, this section may include narratives, experiences, interactions, or processes, ensuring depth and coherence.

The discussion, including conclusions, must analyze the case in relation to the scientific literature, highlight its uniqueness, discuss implications and limitations, and summarize the main lessons learned or contributions to knowledge. In qualitative approaches, emphasis should be placed on interpreting meanings, contexts, and processes.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include images, anonymized documents, interview excerpts, observation guides, or other materials that support the case analysis. These must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Additionally, authors must confirm that informed consent for publication has been obtained when applicable, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards.

Writing guidelines - Research Notes

Research notes are brief communications that present preliminary findings, methodological innovations, or partial results from ongoing research projects. This type of manuscript may derive from quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods studies and may cover diverse fields such as natural sciences, technology, health, and social sciences. Its purpose is to disseminate relevant findings in a timely manner while maintaining scientific rigor. The maximum length of the manuscript is 1,500 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be clear, precise, and reflect the content of the note, not exceeding 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary in a maximum of 150 words, including the purpose, methodological approach, main findings, and a general conclusion. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should briefly present the research problem or context, justify the relevance of the findings or innovation, and state the objective of the note.

The methods section must briefly but clearly describe the study approach (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed), the context, participants or units of analysis, and the data collection and analysis techniques used, providing sufficient information to understand how the results were obtained.

The results should present the main findings clearly and concisely, in accordance with the stated objective. Tables or figures may be included when necessary, avoiding redundancy and excessive description.

The discussion, including conclusions, should provide a brief interpretation of the findings, highlighting their relevance, implications, and limitations, as well as their contribution to the ongoing research or the field.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include instruments, preliminary datasets, protocols, or additional supporting information. These materials must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Writing guidelines - Scientific Essays

Scientific essays are analytical, critical, and reflective academic texts that address relevant topics from an argument-based perspective supported by scientific evidence. Their purpose is to examine, interpret, or debate concepts, theories, or current issues, contributing to knowledge development across fields such as health sciences, social sciences, education, technology, and natural sciences. The maximum length of the manuscript is 3,500 words, excluding abstract and references.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the essay’s focus, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary in a maximum of 150 words, including the topic addressed, analytical approach, and central thesis. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should present the topic, its relevance, and the purpose of the essay, clearly stating the author’s thesis or position.

The main body should develop the argument in a logical and coherent manner, supported by up-to-date scientific literature. The text may be organized into thematic sections to facilitate clarity, integrating evidence, comparison of perspectives, and critical reflection.

The discussion, including conclusions, should synthesize the arguments, reinforce the thesis, and highlight the implications of the analysis for theory, practice, or future research.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, it is not commonly required for this type of manuscript; however, if included, it must consist of materials that complement the analysis and must be submitted as separate, clearly labeled files cited in the manuscript.

Writing guidelines - Systematization of experiences

Manuscripts on systematization of experiences present a reflective, critical, and structured analysis of interventions, programs, practices, or processes developed in real-world contexts, with the aim of generating knowledge from practice. This type of contribution is particularly relevant in fields such as health, education, community development, institutional management, and other applied areas. It may incorporate qualitative or mixed approaches and must be based on an explicit systematization methodology. The maximum length of the manuscript is 4,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the experience analyzed, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary of up to 200 words, including the context, purpose of the systematization, methodological approach, main findings or lessons learned, and conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should describe the context of the experience, its relevance, the objectives of the systematization, and its theoretical foundation.

The context of the experience section must detail the setting in which the intervention or practice was developed, including stakeholders, conditions, scope, and main characteristics.

The systematization methodology must explain the approach adopted, criteria for selecting the experience, sources of information (documents, interviews, observations, records), and procedures for analysis and interpretation.

The results or lessons learned should present the findings derived from the systematization process in a structured manner, including achievements, challenges, key processes, and outcomes.

The discussion, including conclusions, must interpret the findings in relation to theoretical frameworks and similar experiences, highlight their relevance, implications, and limitations, and summarize the main lessons transferable to other contexts.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include institutional documents, methodological guides, data collection instruments, records of the experience, or other materials supporting the systematization process. These must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Writing guidelines - Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor are brief communications addressed to the editorial team that discuss, comment on, or complement articles previously published in the journal, or address specific topics of scientific interest. Their purpose is to promote academic dialogue, provide clarifications, highlight strengths or limitations of published studies, or present relevant observations supported by evidence. The maximum length of the manuscript is 800 words, excluding references.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the content of the letter, and must not exceed 15 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

Letters to the Editor do not require an abstract or keywords.

The content should be presented in a clear and coherent manner, beginning with a reference to the article being discussed when applicable, followed by the development of the main argument. Writing should be precise and evidence-based, avoiding unsupported claims. References may be included when necessary to support arguments.

References must be relevant and limited (maximum 5), formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

Tables and figures are generally not accepted, except in exceptional and well-justified cases.

In the conflict of interest statement, authors must explicitly declare whether any conflicts exist.

The author contribution statement must specify each author’s role.

The manuscript format must follow the journal’s general formatting guidelines.

Regarding supplementary material, this is not typical for this type of contribution and will generally not be considered.

Letters to the Editor will be evaluated by the editorial team, which may decide on their publication, request revisions, or invite a response from the authors of the article being discussed when appropriate.

Writing guidelines - Book reviews

Book reviews are academic contributions that provide a critical analysis of recent and relevant publications within the journal’s thematic areas. Their purpose is to inform the scientific community about the content of the work, assess its contribution to the field, and promote academic reflection. The maximum length of the manuscript is 1,200 words, excluding references (if any).

The title must be clear and reflect the content of the review, and may include the title of the book being reviewed. It must not exceed 20 words and must be presented in both Spanish and English.

At the beginning of the manuscript, the full reference of the reviewed book must be included, indicating author(s), title, publisher, place of publication, year, and number of pages.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

Book reviews do not require an abstract or keywords.

The content should be written as a continuous text, beginning with a brief introduction to the topic and context of the book, followed by a general description of its structure and main contents. This should be followed by a critical analysis evaluating the author’s approach, content quality, originality, strengths, and potential limitations. The review should conclude with an overall assessment of the work and its relevance for the academic community.

References are optional and should be limited to a maximum of 5, formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

Tables and figures are not accepted in this type of manuscript.

In the conflict of interest statement, authors must explicitly declare any relationship with the book or its authors that could influence the objectivity of the review.

The author contribution statement must specify each author’s role.

The manuscript format must follow the journal’s general formatting guidelines.

Regarding supplementary material, this is not typical for this type of contribution and will not be considered.

Book reviews will be evaluated by the editorial team, which will determine their relevance, critical quality, and usefulness for the journal’s readership.

Writing guidelines for Proceedings of Scientific Events

Scientific event proceedings correspond to a special issue of the journal in which abstracts of presentations delivered at academic events organized by the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, León—such as the University Scientific Development Conferences (JUDC) and the Scientific Congress—are published. Their purpose is to systematically disseminate and preserve the scientific output generated in these academic spaces.

Submissions in this category consist of structured abstracts of research studies, innovations, or academic experiences. These may derive from quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches and may cover diverse fields of knowledge.

The title must be clear, precise, and reflect the content of the work, with a maximum of 20 words, and must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, and, when available, ORCID identifier. The corresponding author must be identified, including an email address.

The abstract constitutes the main content of the submission and must not exceed 300 words. It should be structured to include background or justification, objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

A full manuscript structure is not required, as this format corresponds to scientific abstracts; however, the text must maintain internal coherence, clarity, and academic rigor.

In this category, references, tables, figures, and supplementary material are not allowed.

The manuscript format must comply with the following requirements: the text must be prepared in Arial font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, letter-size page, and margins of 2.5 cm on all sides. The text must be justified and arranged in a single column.

Abstracts will undergo editorial review, based on relevance, clarity, and alignment with the objectives of the corresponding scientific event.

General observations

in the original document, figures and tables must use international system of units (si). additionally, figures must be submitted separately in their original software format to allow modifications if necessary. if photographs are included, they must be high-resolution scans and submitted separately in electronic format.

  • figure titles: written in bold, with only the first letter capitalized.
  • bar and pie charts: must use clearly distinguishable textures instead of solid colors.
  • line graphs: must use different symbols for each dataset.
  • table titles: written in bold, with only the first letter capitalized. tables must not exceed one page and should not have vertical lines. only three horizontal lines are allowed:
    • one at the top
    • one between the column headers
    • one at the bottom

all citations in the text must match the references. citation format follows apa 7th edition. examples:

  • if cited at the beginning or within a sentence: winter (2002) or lindsay & cox (2001).
  • if cited at the end of a sentence: (winter, 2002) or (lindsay & cox, 2001).
  • if there are more than two authors: tovar et al. (2002) or (tovar et al., 2002).
  • for organizations: fao (2002) or (fao, 2002).

Citation format according to APA 7th edition

journal articles. citations must follow APA 7th edition guidelines and be listed in alphabetical order. if a lead author appears in multiple articles in the same year, distinguish them with letters (a, b, c, etc.).

  1. write the first author’s last name in full, followed by a comma and the initials of their given names with a period. for two authors, use the conjunction "and" (or its equivalent in the language of the work). for more than two authors, separate them with semicolons, and place "and" before the last author. if citing an organization, write the full name followed by its abbreviation in parentheses.

  2. year of publication (in parentheses, followed by a period).

  3. article title (followed by a period).

  4. journal name in italics, followed by a comma.

  5. volume number, issue number in parentheses, followed by a comma, then the page range (e.g., 8(43), 763-775).

  6. add the doi at the end. if there is no doi, include the url.

example:

real baca, c. i., & paibas amador, k. o. (2023). reactivation of two strains of the nuclear polyhedrosis virus vpnhz1991 for managing the corn earworm (helicoverpa zea). revista iberoamericana de bioeconomía y cambio climático, 9(18), 2193–2201. https://doi.org/10.5377/ribcc.v9i18.17547

serial publications, books, and book chapters

examples of books

printed book
lastname, n. (year). title of the work. publisher.

online book
lastname, n., & lastname, n. (year). title of the book. publisher. doi or url.

book with an editor
lastname, n. (ed.). (year). title of the work. publisher.

examples of book chapters

lastname, a., & lastname, b. (year). chapter title. in n. lastname (ed.), title of the book (pp. xx-xx). publisher.

lastname, a., & lastname, b. (year). chapter title. in n. lastname & b. lastname (eds.), title of the book (pp. xx-xx). publisher. http://www.url.com

lastname, a., & lastname, b. (year). chapter title. in n. lastname (ed.), title of the book (pp. xx-xx). publisher. https://doi.org/xxxxxxxxx

example:

zúniga-gonzález, c. a., lópez, m. r., icabalceta-mairena, j. l., vivas-viachica, e. a., & blanco-orozco, n. v. (2024). study of the efficiency and productivity of the productive paths of the bioeconomy in the cnu universities. in sabri boubaker & thanh ngo (ed.), handbook on data envelopment analysis in business, finance, and sustainability: recent trends and developments (pp. 221-250). world scientific. https://doi.org/10.1142/9781800615786_0007

example of thesis or dissertation:

lastname, n. (year). title of the thesis [undergraduate or graduate thesis], name of the institution granting the degree. database or repository name. url.

varela sánchez, r. e., & hernández duarte, s. j. (2023). characterization of native bees in different agroecosystems in two seasons of the year, campus agropecuario unan-león 2022. (undergraduate thesis in tropical agroecology engineering), universidad nacional autónoma de nicaragua, león. unan-león institutional repository. http://riul.unanleon.edu.ni:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/9679

originality statement format

declaration of originality of the written work

title of the work: __________________________________________________________________________________________________

This document certifies that the undersigned author(s) is (are) the original creator(s) of the submitted work, which is being proposed for possible publication in revista universitas (león), edited by the research department of the universidad nacional autónoma de nicaragua, león. furthermore, i (we) confirm that the content presented is the result of my (our) direct intellectual contribution and that, in its current form and content, it is not simultaneously submitted to any other editorial outlet for potential publication.

the author(s) of the submitted work acknowledge(s) that revista universitas (león) requires a double-blind peer review process as part of its editorial policies. additionally, the results of this evaluation are final and non-appealable.

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Templates Universitas (León)

Original Articles

Original articles must correspond to unpublished scientific research and present results derived from a rigorous methodological process. The maximum length of the manuscript will be 5,000 words, not including the abstract, references, tables, and figures.
The title must be written briefly, clearly, and accurately, reflecting the content of the study and allowing the scope to be identified. It must not exceed 20 words and must be presented in Spanish and English.
In the authors section, the full names of all authors must be included, along with their institutional affiliation, specifying the academic unit, center or institute, as well as the faculty or area of knowledge. The corresponding author must be identified with a superscript asterisk and include their email address. All authors must provide their ORCID identifier.
The abstract must present a structured synthesis of the study in a maximum of 250 words, including consecutively the justification, objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions. It must be presented in Spanish and English.
The keywords must include between three and five terms that facilitate the indexing of the article, and be presented in both languages.
The introduction should contextualize the research problem, summarize the available scientific evidence, identify the knowledge gap, and conclude with the study objective. The use of updated literature is recommended, prioritizing scientific articles published in indexed journals.
The methodology must clearly and sufficiently describe the study design, which may be quantitative, qualitative, or mixed, as well as the context in which the research was conducted, the population or participants, the variables or categories of analysis, the techniques and instruments for data collection, the procedure followed, and the data analysis. In mixed studies, the integration of the components must be specified. Additionally, the corresponding ethical considerations must be included. This section must ensure coherence, rigor, and sufficient detail to allow for critical evaluation and, when applicable, the reproducibility of the study.
The results must be presented clearly, orderly, and objectively, in accordance with the objectives of the study. They may include descriptive and/or interpretive analyses depending on the methodological approach, supported by tables or figures when necessary. Duplication of information between text and graphic elements should be avoided, as well as the inclusion of extensive interpretations in this section. Tables and figures must be numbered consecutively with Arabic numerals, be self-explanatory, and be presented without frames or unnecessary decorative elements.
The discussion, which integrates the conclusions, must interpret the results in relation to the study objectives and the existing literature, explaining agreements, discrepancies, implications, and limitations. The conclusions should be presented as a final synthesis of the findings and their relevance, avoiding repetition of results and highlighting the contributions of the study, as well as possible future research directions.
Bibliographic references should prioritize scientific articles published in indexed journals and updated literature. They must be prepared according to APA 7th edition standards, ensuring correspondence between in-text citations and the final reference list, and including the DOI when available.
In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.
The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.
The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.
The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.
In relation to supplementary material, authors may submit additional files that complement the content of the manuscript, such as databases, information collection instruments, protocols, audiovisual material, or methodological appendices. These materials must be clearly identified, cited in the text, and accompanied by a brief description. They must be submitted in separate files, in editable or commonly used formats, and will be evaluated as part of the editorial process. The journal reserves the right to publish or not publish such material based on its relevance and quality.

Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses must synthesize the available scientific evidence in a rigorous and transparent manner, addressing a clearly defined research question. Authors are encouraged to follow international reporting guidelines such as PRISMA and, when applicable, to register their protocol in platforms such as PROSPERO. The maximum length of the manuscript is 6,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must clearly indicate that the study is a systematic review and/or meta-analysis, be precise, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, detailed institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must be structured and include, within a maximum of 250 words, the background, objective, methods (including data sources and selection criteria), main results, and conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction must present the research problem, justify the relevance of the review, summarize the current state of knowledge, and clearly state the research question.

The methods section must describe, in a detailed and reproducible manner, the review process, including study design, research question (e.g., using PICO or similar frameworks), databases searched, search strategies, inclusion and exclusion criteria, study selection process, quality or risk of bias assessment, and data extraction and synthesis methods. For meta-analyses, statistical methods, effect measures, heterogeneity assessment, and additional analyses must be described.

The results should clearly and systematically present the study selection process (including a PRISMA flow diagram), characteristics of included studies, and main findings. When applicable, quantitative results from the meta-analysis should be reported with confidence intervals and appropriate graphical representations (e.g., forest plots). Extensive interpretation should be avoided in this section.

The discussion, including conclusions, must interpret the findings in relation to the research question and existing literature, assess the consistency of results, discuss limitations (including potential biases), and outline implications for practice, policy, or future research. Conclusions should summarize the main contributions of the review.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include full search strategies, lists of excluded studies, quality assessment tools, datasets, or additional analyses. These materials must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Case Reports

Case reports should provide a detailed and systematic description of specific situations of scientific, clinical, educational, or social interest, contributing relevant knowledge, generating hypotheses, or enhancing understanding of rare, complex, or context-dependent phenomena. This type of manuscript may include traditional descriptive approaches or qualitative perspectives when in-depth interpretation of context, meanings, or experiences is required. Authors are encouraged to follow CARE guidelines. The maximum length of the manuscript is 2,500 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the nature of the case, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary of the case in a maximum of 150 words, including a brief background, case description, and main conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should contextualize the case, justify its relevance, and relate it to existing literature.

The case description must present the case clearly and coherently, and when appropriate, chronologically, including relevant background, characteristics, context, and development. In qualitative approaches, this section may include narratives, experiences, interactions, or processes, ensuring depth and coherence.

The discussion, including conclusions, must analyze the case in relation to the scientific literature, highlight its uniqueness, discuss implications and limitations, and summarize the main lessons learned or contributions to knowledge. In qualitative approaches, emphasis should be placed on interpreting meanings, contexts, and processes.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include images, anonymized documents, interview excerpts, observation guides, or other materials that support the case analysis. These must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Additionally, authors must confirm that informed consent for publication has been obtained when applicable, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards.

Research Notes

Research notes are brief communications that present preliminary findings, methodological innovations, or partial results from ongoing research projects. This type of manuscript may derive from quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods studies and may cover diverse fields such as natural sciences, technology, health, and social sciences. Its purpose is to disseminate relevant findings in a timely manner while maintaining scientific rigor. The maximum length of the manuscript is 1,500 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be clear, precise, and reflect the content of the note, not exceeding 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary in a maximum of 150 words, including the purpose, methodological approach, main findings, and a general conclusion. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should briefly present the research problem or context, justify the relevance of the findings or innovation, and state the objective of the note.

The methods section must briefly but clearly describe the study approach (quantitative, qualitative, or mixed), the context, participants or units of analysis, and the data collection and analysis techniques used, providing sufficient information to understand how the results were obtained.

The results should present the main findings clearly and concisely, in accordance with the stated objective. Tables or figures may be included when necessary, avoiding redundancy and excessive description.

The discussion, including conclusions, should provide a brief interpretation of the findings, highlighting their relevance, implications, and limitations, as well as their contribution to the ongoing research or the field.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include instruments, preliminary datasets, protocols, or additional supporting information. These materials must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Scientific Essays

Scientific essays are analytical, critical, and reflective academic texts that address relevant topics from an argument-based perspective supported by scientific evidence. Their purpose is to examine, interpret, or debate concepts, theories, or current issues, contributing to knowledge development across fields such as health sciences, social sciences, education, technology, and natural sciences. The maximum length of the manuscript is 3,500 words, excluding abstract and references.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the essay’s focus, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary in a maximum of 150 words, including the topic addressed, analytical approach, and central thesis. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should present the topic, its relevance, and the purpose of the essay, clearly stating the author’s thesis or position.

The main body should develop the argument in a logical and coherent manner, supported by up-to-date scientific literature. The text may be organized into thematic sections to facilitate clarity, integrating evidence, comparison of perspectives, and critical reflection.

The discussion, including conclusions, should synthesize the arguments, reinforce the thesis, and highlight the implications of the analysis for theory, practice, or future research.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, it is not commonly required for this type of manuscript; however, if included, it must consist of materials that complement the analysis and must be submitted as separate, clearly labeled files cited in the manuscript.

Systematization of Experiences

Manuscripts on systematization of experiences present a reflective, critical, and structured analysis of interventions, programs, practices, or processes developed in real-world contexts, with the aim of generating knowledge from practice. This type of contribution is particularly relevant in fields such as health, education, community development, institutional management, and other applied areas. It may incorporate qualitative or mixed approaches and must be based on an explicit systematization methodology. The maximum length of the manuscript is 4,000 words, excluding abstract, references, tables, and figures.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the experience analyzed, and not exceed 20 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

The abstract must provide a concise summary of up to 200 words, including the context, purpose of the systematization, methodological approach, main findings or lessons learned, and conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

The introduction should describe the context of the experience, its relevance, the objectives of the systematization, and its theoretical foundation.

The context of the experience section must detail the setting in which the intervention or practice was developed, including stakeholders, conditions, scope, and main characteristics.

The systematization methodology must explain the approach adopted, criteria for selecting the experience, sources of information (documents, interviews, observations, records), and procedures for analysis and interpretation.

The results or lessons learned should present the findings derived from the systematization process in a structured manner, including achievements, challenges, key processes, and outcomes.

The discussion, including conclusions, must interpret the findings in relation to theoretical frameworks and similar experiences, highlight their relevance, implications, and limitations, and summarize the main lessons transferable to other contexts.

References must be relevant, up to date, and formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

In the acknowledgments section, the authors can recognize contributions that do not meet authorship criteria, as well as the institutional or financial support received for the development of the study.

The declaration of conflicts of interest is mandatory and must explicitly indicate whether or not there are conflicts that could influence the results or their interpretation.

The authorship statement must specify each author's contribution to the development of the study, including aspects such as conceptualization, data collection and analysis, manuscript writing, and critical review.

The manuscript format must comply with the journal's official template. The text must be written in Arial font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, on letter size paper, and with 2.5 cm margins on all sides. The alignment must be justified, in a single column. Tables and figures must be editable, without background color, and using soft or pastel colors when necessary, avoiding visual overload.

Regarding supplementary material, authors may include institutional documents, methodological guides, data collection instruments, records of the experience, or other materials supporting the systematization process. These must be submitted as separate files, clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor are brief communications addressed to the editorial team that discuss, comment on, or complement articles previously published in the journal, or address specific topics of scientific interest. Their purpose is to promote academic dialogue, provide clarifications, highlight strengths or limitations of published studies, or present relevant observations supported by evidence. The maximum length of the manuscript is 800 words, excluding references.

The title must be clear and precise, reflecting the content of the letter, and must not exceed 15 words. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

Letters to the Editor do not require an abstract or keywords.

The content should be presented in a clear and coherent manner, beginning with a reference to the article being discussed when applicable, followed by the development of the main argument. Writing should be precise and evidence-based, avoiding unsupported claims. References may be included when necessary to support arguments.

References must be relevant and limited (maximum 5), formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

Tables and figures are generally not accepted, except in exceptional and well-justified cases.

In the conflict of interest statement, authors must explicitly declare whether any conflicts exist.

The author contribution statement must specify each author’s role.

The manuscript format must follow the journal’s general formatting guidelines.

Regarding supplementary material, this is not typical for this type of contribution and will generally not be considered.

Letters to the Editor will be evaluated by the editorial team, which may decide on their publication, request revisions, or invite a response from the authors of the article being discussed when appropriate.

Book Reviews

Book reviews are academic contributions that provide a critical analysis of recent and relevant publications within the journal’s thematic areas. Their purpose is to inform the scientific community about the content of the work, assess its contribution to the field, and promote academic reflection. The maximum length of the manuscript is 1,200 words, excluding references (if any).

The title must be clear and reflect the content of the review, and may include the title of the book being reviewed. It must not exceed 20 words and must be presented in both Spanish and English.

At the beginning of the manuscript, the full reference of the reviewed book must be included, indicating author(s), title, publisher, place of publication, year, and number of pages.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, ORCID identifier, and the email address of the corresponding author, in accordance with the journal’s requirements.

Book reviews do not require an abstract or keywords.

The content should be written as a continuous text, beginning with a brief introduction to the topic and context of the book, followed by a general description of its structure and main contents. This should be followed by a critical analysis evaluating the author’s approach, content quality, originality, strengths, and potential limitations. The review should conclude with an overall assessment of the work and its relevance for the academic community.

References are optional and should be limited to a maximum of 5, formatted according to APA 7th edition, including DOI when available.

Tables and figures are not accepted in this type of manuscript.

In the conflict of interest statement, authors must explicitly declare any relationship with the book or its authors that could influence the objectivity of the review.

The author contribution statement must specify each author’s role.

The manuscript format must follow the journal’s general formatting guidelines.

Regarding supplementary material, this is not typical for this type of contribution and will not be considered.

Book reviews will be evaluated by the editorial team, which will determine their relevance, critical quality, and usefulness for the journal’s readership.

Proceedings of Scientific Events

Scientific event proceedings correspond to a special issue of the journal in which abstracts of presentations delivered at academic events organized by the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de Nicaragua, León—such as the University Scientific Development Conferences (JUDC) and the Scientific Congress—are published. Their purpose is to systematically disseminate and preserve the scientific output generated in these academic spaces.

Submissions in this category consist of structured abstracts of research studies, innovations, or academic experiences. These may derive from quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods approaches and may cover diverse fields of knowledge.

The title must be clear, precise, and reflect the content of the work, with a maximum of 20 words, and must be presented in both Spanish and English.

The authors section must include full names, institutional affiliation, and ORCID identifier. The corresponding author must be identified, including an email address.

The abstract constitutes the main content of the submission and must not exceed 300 words. It should be structured to include background or justification, objective, methodology, main results, and conclusions. It must be presented in both Spanish and English.

Keywords should include three to five relevant terms, preferably selected from DeCS or MeSH, in both languages.

A full manuscript structure is not required, as this format corresponds to scientific abstracts; however, the text must maintain internal coherence, clarity, and academic rigor.

In this category, references, tables, figures, and supplementary material are not allowed.

The manuscript format must comply with the following requirements: the text must be prepared in Arial font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing, letter-size page, and margins of 2.5 cm on all sides. The text must be justified and arranged in a single column.

Abstracts will undergo editorial review, based on relevance, clarity, and alignment with the objectives of the corresponding scientific event.

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