For Authors

Please note that JRIPE charges article processing fees. See ​Policies → APCs​ for details. 

We kindly ask that authors use their institutional email address when submitting. If this is not possible, please contact the editors for assistance in submitting. 

Submission Guidelines 

Submission Checklist Here

Manuscript preparation 

Manuscripts should present original work that is clearly situated within the field of interprofessional practice and education. Submissions may take a variety of forms and should be appropriate to the journal’s scope. Submissions may address interprofessional practice and/or education, for instance learning processes, competency development, and pedagogical innovation. Manuscripts focused on practice are encouraged to consider implications for education and professional development where relevant. 

Authors are encouraged to structure their manuscripts in a clear and coherent manner, with a well-defined objective, appropriate use of evidence, and a contribution to knowledge, practice, or pedagogy.  

Formatting requirements  

Manuscripts should be submitted in a standard word-processing format (e.g., Word) and prepared in a clear, readable style. Authors should ensure consistency in headings, citations, tables, and figures. Tables and figures should be clearly labeled and referenced in the text. ​​​​Detailed formatting instructions, including a Word template, will be provided during the submission process. 

Referencing style 

JRIPE uses a numbered citation (citation-sequence, or Vancouver) referencing style. References are listed in the order in which they appear in the text, and citations are indicated by numbers in brackets. 

Language requirements  

Manuscripts must be written in clear and accessible academic English. Submissions with high quality writing in English will ensure that what you have prepared is communicated clearly and will increase the chance of publication. 

Authors are responsible for ensuring the linguistic quality of their submission prior to review and publication. Submissions may be returned for revision if the language does not allow for adequate evaluation of the content. 

Before submitting, authors should ensure that: 

  • The manuscript fits the journal’s scope  
  • All authors have approved the submission  
  • The manuscript is anonymized for double-blind review  
  • References and formatting are consistent and use Vancouver style 

Language Editing 

JRIPE does not provide language editing services. However, Curie is an AI service that reviews writing quality and makes suggestions for improvements. Manuscripts can be uploaded to Curie. The program will provide suggestions on grammar, phrasing, and writing style.  

Article Types 

JRIPE accepts the following types of manuscripts:  

  1. Empirical Research Articles using mixed methods, quantitative, and qualitative approaches 
  • 4000-6000 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion 
  • Maximum 5 tables and figures 
  1. Short Reports that describe work in progress or completed studies
  • Up to 2500 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion 
  • Maximum 3 tables  
  • Limit of 15 references 
  1. Review Articles, including but not limited to systematic, scoping, and realist reviews
  • Up to 6000 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion 
  • A PRISMA-style flow diagram for systematic and scoping reviews 
  • Maximum 5 tables and figures 
  1. Theoretical/Conceptual Articles that advance interprofessional education and practice
  • Up to 6000 words, excluding abstract, tables, and references 
  • Structure: Abstract (150 words), Introduction, Background, Theory development or Conceptual framework, Implications and Discussion, and Conclusion 
  1. Book Reviews that provide a summary and evaluate usefulness to the intended audience
  • Up to 1500 words 
  • Include:  
  • bibliographic information: author, title, date, publisher, page count, ISBN);  
  • Introduction, including book details, such as title, author(s), genre; 
  • Context, for instance, author(s) background, how book fits into the IPECP literature;  
  • Book’s overarching opinion or central argument;  
  • Summary, or recap of main topic  
  • Critical analysis (what worked, what didn’t, evidence to support your claims); 
  • Conclusion. 
  1. Letters to the Editor
  • Up to 1000 words  
  • Include a title page with the author(s)' full name(s), degree(s), affiliation(s) and the corresponding author's contact information. Letters can have references but do not have an abstract. 

Given JRIPE’s goal of serving the international community of interprofessional educators, researchers, scholars, and practitioners, we encourage authors to consider how context impacts their work and how their submission adds to interprofessional education and collaborative practice in their region and broadly. Preference will be given to submissions that engage with theoretical constructs and  literature in interprofessional education and practice. 

Tables and Figures 

Tables and figures should follow Vancouver style (https://www.icmje.org/; https://www.scribbr.co.uk/referencing/vancouver-style/)  (Or follow AMA: https://participatorymedicine.org/journal/styleguide/)

​​​Electronically submitted graphic files must be saved as Windows-compatible graphic files (e.g., BIP, GIF, JPG). Word and WordPerfect tables are preferred. 

Do not allow tables or figures to exceed 35 picas (5 in) in width or 51 picas (8 in) in length. 

Use Times New Roman font on all graphics. 

Double-space all tables for easy editing. Number all tables in the order that they are mentioned in the text. Make sure that all tables are mentioned in text. 

Define all measurement units and abbreviations in table notes. 

Graphics or photographs are considered figures. 

Print tables with vertical and horizontal rules suppressed. 

Submission Process 

  • ​​​Step-by-step (with screenshots if possible)  
  • Platform instructions (OJS, etc.)  

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility 

The journal encourages authors to address how principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and cultural humility informed the research process. Where applicable, authors should describe relevant considerations related to study design, participant recruitment, representation, accessibility, and data interpretation. 

People with Lived Experience and Community Partnership 

The journal values meaningful engagement of people with lived experience, community members, and other knowledge users in research. Where applicable, authors should provide a brief statement describing the nature of such engagement throughout the research process. Where engagement was not part of the process, authors should discuss any relevant limitations. 

Peer Review Process 

JRIPE uses a double-blind peer review process to ensure fairness and rigour. After an initial editorial screening, manuscripts are evaluated by at least two independent reviewers with relevant expertise. Neither authors nor reviewers are identified during the review process. 

JRIPE is committed to a timely review process and therefore aims to communicate a first decision within 8 weeks of submission. Decisions include: accept, minor revisions, major revisions, or reject. Revised manuscripts may be subject to further review. 

Publication Ethics 

JRIPE adheres to recognized standards in publication ethics and follows the recommendations of the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors. JRIPE expects authors, reviewers, and editors to uphold principles of integrity, transparency, and accountability. 

Authorship criteria 

​​​​​​​Authors must have made a substantial contribution to the conception or design of the work, the collection, analysis, or interpretation of data, and/or the drafting or revision of the manuscript. All authors must approve the final version and agree to be accountable for the content. Individuals who contributed to the work but do not meet these criteria should be acknowledged but not listed as authors.  

Conflicts of interest 

Authors must disclose any financial, professional, or personal relationships that could be perceived to influence the research or its interpretation. If no conflicts exist, authors should state that they have no conflicts of interest to declare. Editors and reviewers are also expected to recuse themselves from manuscripts where a conflict may arise. 

Plagiarism policy 

JRIPE expects all submissions to present original work. Plagiarism, including the unattributed use of others’ ideas, text, or data, is not tolerated. Manuscripts may be screened for similarity, and confirmed cases of plagiarism will result in rejection or retraction. Proper citation of all sources is required. 

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) 

Authors must disclose any use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools (e.g., for text generation, translation, linguistic revision, data analysis, or image production) in the preparation of their manuscript. AI tools cannot be listed as authors. Authors remain fully responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and originality of their work, including any content generated with AI assistance. 

Resources for Authors 

Writing: 

Sullivan GM. Writing education studies for publication. J Grad Med Educ. 2012;4(2):133-137. doi:10.4300/JGME-D-12-00044.1. 

Scoping reviews: 

Arksey H, O'Malley L. Scoping studies: towards a methodological framework. Int J Soc Res Methodol. 2005;8(1):19-32. doi:10.1080/1364557032000119616. 

Levac D, Colquhoun H, O'Brien KK. Scoping studies: advancing the methodology. Implement Sci. 2010;5:69. doi:10.1186/1748-5908-5-69. 

Qualitative research: 

Paradis E, O'Brien B, Nimmon L, Bandiera G, Martimianakis MA. Design: selection of data collection methods. J Grad Med Educ. 2016;8(2):263-264. doi:10.4300/JGME-D-16-00098.1. 

Sargeant J. Qualitative research part II: participants, analysis, and quality assurance. J Grad Med Educ. 2012;4(1):1-3. doi:10.4300/JGME-D-11-00307.1. 

Teherani A, Martimianakis T, Stenfors-Hayes T, Wadhwa A, Varpio L. Choosing a qualitative research approach. J Grad Med Educ. 2015;7(4):669-670. doi:10.4300/JGME-D-15-00414.1. 

Wright S, O'Brien BC, Nimmon L, Law M, Mylopoulos M. Research design considerations. J Grad Med Educ. 2016;8(1):97-98. doi:10.4300/JGME-D-15-00566.1. 

Quantitative research:  

For basic guidance on common concepts, including statistical significance, reliability, and other topics, this open access textbook might be helpful:  

StatSoft Inc. Electronic statistics textbook [Internet]. Tulsa (OK): StatSoft; 2013 [cited 2026 Aug 9]. Available from: https://docs.tibco.com/data-science/textbook 

After Acceptance 

Once a manuscript is accepted, authors will be asked to submit a final version incorporating any required revisions and formatting adjustments. 

JRIPE does not provide copyediting services; authors are responsible for ensuring the clarity, accuracy, and linguistic quality of their manuscript prior to publication. 

Authors will receive page proofs for final review before publication. Only minor corrections (e.g., typographical errors) can be made at this stage. 

Accepted articles are typically published within a few weeks, depending on production schedules.