Information For Authors

1. Overview
Biosciences Reports invites authors to submit high-quality, original research articles in the field of biosciences. The journal provides a platform for scientific advancement, offering peer-reviewed publications on a wide range of topics, including molecular biology, genetics, biotechnology, environmental science, and bioinformatics.

2. Submission Guidelines
Authors are encouraged to carefully review the following submission guidelines to ensure their manuscript meets the journal’s requirements:

  • Manuscript Format: Manuscripts should be formatted according to the journal’s style, which includes specific requirements for headings, references, and figure/table formatting.
  • Word Limit: The word count for research articles typically should not exceed [insert word limit] words, excluding references, figures, and tables.
  • Figures and Tables: All figures and tables should be submitted in high-quality, editable formats. A clear legend must accompany each figure and table.
  • Supplementary Materials: Authors may submit supplementary materials such as datasets, additional figures, or videos. These should be clearly referenced within the manuscript.

3. Manuscript Types
Biosciences Reports accepts the following types of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles: Full-length research articles presenting original findings.
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive reviews of specific biosciences topics, summarizing recent research and identifying future directions.
  • Short Communications: Brief reports of new research or findings that are of high interest.
  • Case Studies: Detailed accounts of unique or novel research cases that provide insight into biosciences-related issues.
  • Technical Notes: Articles describing new methodologies or innovations in biosciences research.

4. Ethical Considerations
Biosciences Reports adheres to the highest standards of ethical publishing. Authors must:

  • Originality: Submit only original work that has not been published elsewhere.
  • Authorship: All authors listed must have contributed substantially to the research and manuscript. Authors must provide a statement of contribution and declare any potential conflicts of interest.
  • Ethical Approval: If the research involves human or animal subjects, authors must obtain ethical approval from a recognized ethics committee and provide the approval details in the manuscript.
  • Plagiarism: Authors are expected to avoid plagiarism. All submitted manuscripts are checked for originality using plagiarism detection tools.

5. Peer Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, in which both the identities of the authors and reviewers are kept confidential. Reviewers evaluate the scientific quality, originality, and relevance of the manuscript, and their feedback determines whether the manuscript will be accepted, revised, or rejected.

6. Manuscript Submission
Manuscripts should be submitted via the journal’s online submission system. The submission system will guide authors through the process, allowing them to upload their manuscript files, provide necessary author information, and submit any required declarations, including conflicts of interest.

7. Revisions
After the peer review process, authors may be asked to make revisions to their manuscript. Authors should carefully address reviewer comments and resubmit the revised manuscript by the designated deadline. Failure to respond to reviewer comments or incomplete revisions may delay the publication process.

8. Copyright and Licensing
Upon acceptance of a manuscript, authors are required to transfer the copyright of the article to Biosciences Reports. Authors will be asked to sign a copyright transfer agreement. The journal typically publishes articles under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, allowing articles to be freely shared and reused with proper attribution.

9. Open Access and Fees
Biosciences Reports offers open access publishing, which ensures that all articles are freely accessible to the public. Authors may be required to pay an article processing charge (APC) to cover the costs of publication, including peer review, typesetting, and online hosting. Authors will be informed of any applicable fees before the acceptance of their article.

10. Final Proofs and Publication
Once a manuscript is accepted, authors will receive a final proof of their article before publication. Authors must carefully review and approve the proof to ensure that all details are correct. Any significant changes to the content at this stage may delay the publication process.