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We conducted [brief description of methods] and came up with [give a brief overview of results] . I feel that [why your research is important and what future direction it might offer] .  \nI believe that the findings of this study are relevant to the scope of your journal and will be of interest to its readership. I have provided tables summarizing the findings. If required, the entire data can be made available as supplementary information [optional/only if applicable] . Do let me know if you wish to have a look at them.  \nThis manuscript has not been published or presented elsewhere in part or in entirety, and isnot under consideration by another journal. There are no conflicts of interest to declare.  \n[Alternatively, if you have conflicts of interest, you should mention them here]. I look forward to hearing from you.  \nSincerely,[Your name]  \nTo learn more, read the following post:  \nHow to write an effective cover letter for journal submission  \nTo get access to more such templates, check:  \nA practical handbook of templates for communicating with the journal","cbCaibzBSdVlhn5q","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaibzBSdVlhn5q","pdf",504388,"English","# Cover Letter Template for Journal Submissions\n## How to write an effective cover letter for journal submission\n## A practical handbook of templates for communicating with the journal","[{\"question\":\"What information should be included in the cover letter when submitting a manuscript?\",\"answer\":\"The cover letter should include the manuscript title, a brief description of the study's novelty and significance, a summary of methods and results, and reasons for its relevance to the journal's scope and readership. 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