Word Count Policy

Last Update: 3 August, 2026 | 22:45

Word Count Policy at Brieflands Journals

At Brieflands STM Publisher, adhering to the word count guidelines is crucial for maintaining the quality and consistency of our published articles. The word count policy ensures that manuscripts are concise, focused, and easy for readers to engage with. Below are the specific word count requirements and guidelines for different types of articles published in our journals:

Category Super Short ArticlesShort ArticlesNormal ArticlesLong Articles

Maximum Word Count

(including tables and references)

500

1500

3500

5000

Which types?

- Corrections
- Retraction
- Partial Retraction
- Obituary
- Reply

- Abstract

- Meeting Report
- Letter
- Brief Report
- Rapid Communication
- Discussion

- Editorial

- Research Article
- Case Report
- Methods Article
 
- Review Article
- Systematic Review
- Meta-Analysis

Abstract word count

An abstract of 250–350 words is required, encapsulating the purpose of the study, its main findings, and the conclusions drawn from them.

A structured abstract is mandatory for the following article types:

  • Research Articles
  • Review Articles
  • Case Reports
  • Brief Reports