ARTICLE TYPES: AJP - Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative
Physiology
Research Articles
Research articles present important new research results including the
entire contents of a research project. Research articles include an
abstract, an introduction, methods and results sections, a discussion, and
relevant citations. Large data sets are welcome for inclusion in the online
publication. Articles are peer-reviewed.
Perspectives
This category of article serves as a forum in which to disseminate new
and original lines of thinking in physiology. These short articles go beyond
the scope of invited reviews and should present original ideas that can be
derived from our current knowledge base. Some Perspectives articles may
challenge current dogma and will be considered for publication based on the
scientific merit of the argument presented. These Perspective articles will
be subject to peer review. Some articles will be invited, but unsolicited
articles are welcome. These articles should be about 1,500 words long,
excluding references, and may include two figures.
Reports
Papers submitted to this category are designed to present the best
original scientific research having broad significance. They are not
designed to be short versions of regular full-length papers. This category
is for papers that will present new ideas or present novel insights into
physiological function. The scientific findings should be explained and
documented concisely. Because of the special nature of this category of
papers, the review process will be accelerated. The primary criteria for
judging the acceptability of a manuscript are originality, scientific
importance, and broad interest. Manuscripts judged lacking in these aspects
will be declined even if the experimental work is technically sound. These
articles should include a short abstract and introductory paragraph, and may
be written as continuous text in order to keep them as succinct as possible.
They will be limited to no more than three printed journal pages (~2,500
words).
Innovative Methodology
Research in physiology depends crucially on the development of new
methods of data collection and analysis. Manuscripts submitted under this
category should describe new methods for the recording, collection, and/or
analysis of data relevant to understanding how the physiological system
works. Manuscripts will be reviewed taking into consideration the following
criteria:
- The novelty of the new method. Papers should not be minor incremental
improvements of old methods, but have a real new component.
- The manuscript must describe the method in sufficient detail to enable others to
implement or replicate the method or procedure.
- The manuscript should carefully describe the advantages and disadvantages of the
new method, with its limitations and strengths laid out clearly for the reader.
- The manuscript must illustrate the use of the method to demonstrate that it
actually works. It is not necessary to use the method in an extensive study of a
biological problem, but a "proof of principle" demonstration is required. Where
possible, the method should be applied to real physiological data.
- Manuscripts should be of the length required to meet these criteria. Extensive
technical details, mathematical derivations, etc. can be placed into an Appendix
if they will interrupt the flow of the manuscript but may be additionally
helpful to others wishing to implement the technique.
Review Articles
Review articles provide synthesis of state-of-the-art knowledge in a
defined area highlighting new questions and pointing to future research
directions. They encompass examination of biological processes, systems, and
models, and technologies for their study. The primary purpose is to educate
readers by providing a comprehensive view of completed works presented in a
concise, unified format; however, appropriate inclusion of unpublished data
is permissible. Utilization of figures is encouraged. Typically, reviews are
invited and all are peer-reviewed.
Editorials
Editorials provide commentary by the Editor, Associate Editors, and other
scientists and experts on issues related to the Journal's mission as well as
of general interest to our readers. Unsolicited editorials will be
considered for publication. Acceptance will reside with the editors.
Editorial Focus
Editorial Focus articles are commentaries on papers of unusual interest
published in the journal that were chosen by the Editor to be highlighted by
a brief Editorial Focus commentary. They should describe the most important
conclusions of the paper; place the paper into context with the current
state-of-the-art; highlight controversial issues; when relevant, denote
strengths and weaknesses of the paper; and review questions that remain to
be addressed.
Letters to the Editor
Letters, including an informative title, should be short, approximately
one journal column (500 words). Letters are reviewed by the appropriate
editor and subject to editing and possible abridgment. Letters to the Editor
should not include original, unpublished data. If a letter is found
acceptable, a copy will be sent to the author of the original article, if
applicable; that author will have an opportunity to provide a rebuttal with
new material that will be considered for publication with the letter.
Letters to the Editor may also simply address matters of general interest to
the readership.
Point-Counterpoint
Point-Counterpoint articles deal with controversial concepts in
physiology. A short statement of one or two pages is followed up by an
alternative view. This new series of the journal sheds light onto key
features of regulation that remain a matter of dispute. As a rule, the
editors solicit Point-Counterpoint topics; however, suggestions by our
readers are more than welcome.
CATEGORIES
Various article types can be published under the following Categories, or
headings:
- Appetite, Obesity, Digestion, and Metabolism
- Genetically Modified Animals and Model Organisms
- Inflammation and Cytokines
- Renal Hemodynamics and Cardiorenal Integration
- Neurohumoral Control of Cardiovascular Function
- Developmental Physiology and Pregnancy
- Environmental, Exercise, and Respiratory Physiology
- Comparative and Evolutionary Physiology
- Sleep and Temperature Regulation
- Water and Electrolyte Hemostasis
Calls for Papers
Calls for Papers will have headings that
change depending on the topic. Manuscripts of any type may be
submitted in response to an announced Call for Papers. These manuscripts are
peer reviewed, and are published together under the topic heading. The
current list of Calls for Papers may be found
here.
SPECIAL SECTIONS
Manuscripts of any type may be submitted to one of these Special
Sections.
Translational Physiology
The field of Translational Physiology is an area of research that bridges
the gap between basic physiology and patient care. Original papers in this
field may transfer clinical insights into hypotheses that can be tested and
validated in the basic research laboratory, or they may transfer knowledge
gained from basic research to human physiology or even to improved methods
of treating or preventing disease.
Historical Articles
Manuscripts on
the history of physiology may be submitted to the Editor.
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