Submissions

Original Articles

Scope:
This section publishes original research articles in radiation oncology, medical physics, radiobiology, radiation protection, nuclear medicine, surgical oncology, imaging, artificial intelligence in oncology, and related disciplines.

Eligibility:
Submissions must present original, unpublished work and must not be under review elsewhere. Multidisciplinary studies and regionally focused research with broader scientific relevance are welcome.

Manuscript Requirements:

• Title (in English and French)

• Abstract (maximum 250 words, in English and French)

• Keywords (3 to 6, in both languages)

• Structured text: Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion

• References in Vancouver style

• Tables and figures (uploaded separately if needed)

• Mandatory declarations: ethics approval, conflicts of interest, funding

Peer Review Process:
All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review by at least two independent experts. Editorial decisions are based on scientific rigor, originality, clarity, and relevance.

Ethical Compliance:
Authors must comply with the COPE and ICMJE guidelines. Ethical approval is mandatory for clinical studies, and informed consent is required for any identifiable patient data.

Open Access and Copyright:
Articles are published under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license. Authors retain copyright.

Review Articles

Scope:
Systematic or narrative reviews, updates, and state-of-the-art articles in radiotherapy, oncology, radiobiology, medical imaging, and associated fields.

Eligibility:
Reviews must be based on a robust literature analysis. Both invited and unsolicited submissions are accepted. Systematic reviews must follow PRISMA guidelines.

Requirements:

• Abstract and keywords (EN/FR)

• Free structure or PRISMA format (250 words)

• Vancouver-style references

• Declarations: conflicts, funding, ethics (if applicable)

Peer Review Process:
Double-blind review by at least two experts. Emphasis on relevance, synthesis quality, and educational or clinical value.

Case Reports

Scope:
Case reports from clinical practice that offer insight into diagnostic, therapeutic, ethical, or educational challenges. All oncology disciplines are welcome.

Requirements:

• Informed consent is mandatory for any identifiable data

• Structured or narrative abstract (EN/FR) (250 words)

• Short literature review and discussion

• Vancouver-style references

• Declarations: conflicts of interest and funding

Peer Review:
Double-blind peer review. Focus on originality, relevance, and educational impact.

Educational Articles

Scope:
Resources and articles intended for medical education, continuing professional development, or clinical training. Examples: teaching guides, summaries of recommendations, decision-support tools, and structured learning modules.

Requirements:

• Clear pedagogical intent and logical structure

• Tailored to target audience (students, residents, specialists)

• Abstract, keywords, optional bibliography

• Declaration of funding/conflicts of interest

Peer Review:
Double-blind review focusing on clarity, educational value, and scientific accuracy.

Editorials

Scope:
Editorials offer expert commentary on key topics or reflect the position of the journal on emerging issues in radiotherapy and oncology.

Submission Policy:
By invitation only. No external peer review. Must maintain clarity, relevance, and transparency.

Ethical Requirements:
Conflict of interest disclosure required. Approved by the Editor-in-Chief or editorial team.

Letters to the Editor

Scope:
Brief communications addressing recent NAARO publications or timely topics in oncology/radiotherapy. Constructive critiques, short clinical observations, or responses to editorials are welcome.

Requirements:

• Max. 1000 words unless justified

• Clear and respectful tone

• Reference the original article if applicable

• Conflict of interest disclosure

Review Process:
Evaluated by the editorial team. Peer review optional depending on content.

Conference Abstracts – Posters

Scope:
This section includes abstracts accepted for poster presentation at NAARO-supported conferences (e.g., STOR Annual Meeting). These abstracts are pre-approved by the conference’s scientific committee.

Publication Requirements:

• Published as submitted (no editorial revision)

• Each abstract must cite the conference name, date, and location

• No additional peer review by the journal

• Conflict of interest statements included where applicable

Editorial Process:
Selected by the conference committee and formally validated by the NAARO editorial team before publication.

Mini Articles – Oral Communications

Scope:
This section publishes extended abstracts based on oral communications selected at scientific conferences. They may include preliminary results, protocols, or advanced insights.

Submission Requirements:

• By invitation or following a specific call for contributions

• More detailed than a basic abstract

• Abstract (EN/FR), keywords, and standard declarations required

Review Process:
Editorial evaluation or light review. Full peer review may be applied depending on content.

Purpose:
To provide visibility to recent scientific work and encourage rapid dissemination of emerging ideas with baseline editorial quality assurance.