期刊名称：PHYSIOLOGICAL REVIEWS
 期刊简介(About the journal)
投稿须知(Instructions to Authors)
编辑部信息(Editorial Board)
About the journal
Physiological Reviews
Physiological Reviews provides state of the art coverage of timely issues in the physiological and biomedical sciences. It appeals to physiologists, neuroscientists, cell biologists, biophysicists, and clinicians with special interest in pathophysiology. Topics are covered in a broad and comprehensive manner. These articles are very useful in teaching and research as they provide interesting, clearly written updates on important new developments.
Instructions to Authors
Physiological Reviews publishes comprehensive, analytical, and critical reviews by authors whose research has had a major influence on the development of the topic reviewed. An invitation to prepare a review usually originates with the Editorial Board. However, unsolicited manuscripts are published when they meet the scientific and literary standards set by the Editorial Board. A good review presents new concepts or approaches that are the result of the contributions of several laboratories engaged in research on the subject.
The Editor extends the formal invitation, monitors the progress of the review, and is the person to whom the completed manuscript should be submitted. Each review is also assigned to a member of the Editorial Board, who assumes primary responsibility for the review, answers questions about scope or coverage, and otherwise assists the author in preparation. This Editorial Board member also handles the review of the completed manuscript, with whatever further editorial appraisal may be appropriate. A manuscript will be published if judged to represent a critical and comprehensive review of the selected topic.
The European Committee of the Editorial Board is responsible for all invitations and initial review of manuscripts by authors in Europe, Africa, and western Asia, including the Middle East. Manuscripts solicited by Corresponding Members of the Editorial Board and those volunteered by authors in other parts of the world are evaluated by the Editorial Board in the United States.
Authors are urged to write with both a general and a specialized readership in mind. The general reader often uses papers published in Physiological Reviews to provide the background for teaching or for research in an area that is new to him/her. Therefore, authors are encouraged to provide an informative Introduction and Summary or Conclusion, and to make use of figures and tables with a high didactic value.
PREPARATION OF THE REVIEW
Length: Reviews should be from 25 to 50 printed pages, including figures and references (approximately 10,000 to 25,000 words). Longer manuscripts will not be published except by special approval of the Editorial Board.
Table of Contents: The Table of Contents, with two levels of headings, should serve as an outline of the review. A well thought out and organized Table of Contents can greatly enhance the utility of the review for the generalist and specialist alike.
Abstract: Included just after the Table of Contents, this Abstract (approximately 200 words) serves as an overview of the text and is used by abstracting services such as Index Medicus and APStracts (APS online abstracts).
Introduction: This first major section of the manuscript should put the review in historical context. It should be understandable to a general audience, provide the rationale for the review, make reference to the Table of Contents, and indicate the level of specialization.
Illustrations: Any type of illustration may be used that contributes to the analytical, critical, and review functions of the manuscript. For the sake of the general readership, authors are especially encouraged to use "model" diagrams that illustrate hypothesized physiological mechanisms or key technical considerations. The author may wish to reproduce primary data if those data clearly illustrate an important physiological and/or technical principle. Color figures may be used if the use of color is necessary to convey an important scientific message. An in-house artist, with the approval of the author, may edit figures to improve clarity or artistic quality.
Tables: Tables are especially useful for organizing key principles for the general readership or for summarizing large amounts of data for the more specialized reader. Complicated tables are more easily reproduced if supplied as photographs that can be reduced to fit the journal page.
Summary or Conclusion: This last section of the text should organize and summarize the key concepts discussed. If appropriate, this section can also indicate areas of the field that need further attention and/or areas of future investigation.
References: Because references are one of the most important features of a review, authors are asked to give them particular attention. Cite only key references that are required to document your statements. In the final, accepted version of the manuscript, the references must be alphabetized and numbered, and cited by number in the text. If the author is not using a computerized referencing system, the references in the draft of the manuscript being reviewed must be alphabetized, but need not be numbered. Names and dates may be inserted in parentheses at the appropriate places in the text, to be replaced by numbers in the final draft. The Editorial Staff cannot verify the accuracy of citations and thus depends on the authors to verify their own.
MANUSCRIPT
Number of copies: Three copies of the manuscript, including all figures and tables, should be submitted to the Editor. Pages should be numbered consecutively.
Typing: Double-spaced, wide margins, 8 1/2 x 11 inch bond paper. Good quality photocopies are acceptable.
Title page: Should include a) title; b) author's name; c) laboratory or institution of origin, with city, state, and country; d) running head; e) complete address for mailing of proofs; f) phone, fax, and E-mail information.
Footnotes: Typed separately, double-spaced.
Legends for figures: Typed separately, double-spaced, and numbered consecutively.
Tables: Typed separately, double-spaced.
Abbreviations and terminology: In general, the conventions followed are those in the CBE Style Manual, sixth edition, 1994, prepared by the Council of Biology Editors.
REFERENCES
Style: Format of Physiological Reviews must be followed: inclusive page numbers are required for journals, congress proceedings, and symposium series; for books, theses, and government publications specific page (see no. 3) or chapter citations are useful.
Abbreviations: Periodical titles are abbreviated as in Index Medicus.
Order: Alphabetically by author (note: Madden precedes McAdoo; Smith, Brown, and White precede Smith and White). Names and titles in other languages should include all accents. All citations must be numbered serially and each must have a number.
Acceptable citations: Only material published or in press may be cited in the reference list. Unpublished material should be cited in the text. An abstract may be cited only when it is a definitive publication (example 5).
Typing: Double-spaced, with punctuation as in the following examples:
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1. Bern HA and Yagi K. Electrophysiology of neurosecretory systems. In: Proceedings of the Second International Congress of Endocrinology London 1964. Amsterdam: Excerpta Med., 1965, p. 557-583. (Int Congr Ser 83) |
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2. Grillner RS and Hongo T. Vestibulospinal effects on motoneurones and interneurones in the lumbrosacral cord. In: Progress in Brain Research. Basic Aspects of Central Vestibular Mechanisms, edited by Brodal A and Pompeiano O. Amsterdam: Elsevier, 1972, vol. 37, p. 243-262. |
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3. Maynard LA and Loosli JK. Animal Nutrition. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1962, p. 182. |
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4. McMurphy DM and Boreus LO. Studies on the pharmacology of the perfused human fetal ductus arteriosus. Am J Obstet Gynecol 109: 937-942, 1971. |
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5. Oliver JA, Kimmelstein S, and Steinmetz PR. Energy dependence of urinary HCO3- secretion in turtle bladder (Abstract). Proc Annu Meet Am Soc Nephrol 6th Washington DC 1973, p.80. |
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6. Sexton AW. Factors Influencing the Uptake of Sodium Against a Concentration Gradient in the Goldfish Gill (PhD thesis). Columbia: Univ. of Missouri, 1955. |
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7. Johnson RC, Bergman AE Jr, and Jackson MM. Lower Body Negative Pressure: The Second Manned Skylab Mission. Houston, TX: NASA, 1974. (NASA Spec Rep SP-269) |
ILLUSTRATIONS
Style: Figures should be sharp, unmounted glossy photographic prints or original computer-generated laser prints on camera-ready paper not larger than 8.5 x 11 inches. Avoid use of computer-generated gray scales, because these do not reproduce well. Dot-matrix prints and photocopies are unacceptable for publication. The reverse of each figure should have the following: figure number, first author's name, and an indication of the top of the figure. Authors may be asked to prepare new figures if those submitted are not suitable for reproduction.
Figure Size: Whenever possible, generate artwork at the size it is to appear in the journal. It should occupy one column (3.5 inches) when feasible but not more than two columns (7 inches). Multipaneled figures should be arranged in a layout that does not exceed 7 by 9 inches.
Lettering: Lettering should be an approximate final size of 9-point type (one-eight of an inch), and be done in a sans serif font such as Helvetica or Arial. The lettering should be used consistently throughout all figures. Freehand, typewritten, or dot-matrix lettering is not acceptable. Lines should be no thinner than one point.
Halftones. Photographs (black and white or color where necessary) should be submitted as close to single- or double-column width as possible. When necessary, include an internal scale marker to account for any necessary reduction.
Graphs: Output from electrocardiographs and similar sources should be prepared so that the crosshatched background is eliminated.
Revision of figures: Authors will be asked to revise figures that are not suitable for reproduction. For current guidelines on submitting figures in electronic form, contact the Art Department, American Physiological Society, 9650 Rockville Pike, Bethesda, MD 20814-3991, (301) 530-7134, E-mail: epesanel@aps.faseb.org.
LETTERS OF PERMISSION
Letters of permission should accompany the manuscript in the following circumstances:
a) for permission from the publisher and author to use previously published tables, illustrations, and quotations that exceed 100 words.
b) for permission from any individual who is listed in a "personal communication" for reference material;
c) for permission to cite an individual for "acknowledgment" of help in preparation of the manuscript;
d) for permission to discuss information that an individual has "in press."
COPYRIGHT
The Journal is copyrighted for the protection of authors and the Society. A copyright transfer form will be sent to the author who submits the manuscript. The transfer form must be completed and returned before the work will be set in type.
PROOFS
Two sets of page proofs will be sent to authors for correction of errors only. The manuscript, illustrations, and original set of proofs should be returned promptly to the Editorial Office. Excessive changes in proofs will be charged to authors.
REPRINTS
Fifty copies are provided the senior author without charge. Additional copies may be ordered when proofs are submitted.
COMPUTER EDITING
The Journal is edited on computer. In addition to the printed copy, the author should submit the final manuscript on disk. Figures prepared on computer should also be submitted on disk. Please indicate the type of computer on which the manuscript and figures were prepared, as well as the software used for word processing and preparing the figures. Please include an ASCII version of the manuscript text as well.
Mail completed manuscript (in triplicate) to: Dr. Susan L. Hamilton, Dept. of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, Baylor College of Medicine, Suite 410b, One Baylor Plaza, Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-5704 FAX (713) 798-5441
or
Dr. Michael B. Reid, Dept. of Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, One Baylor Plaza, Rm. 520b, Houston, TX 77030-3498
(713) 798-7224 FAX (713) 798-3619
General Information
The American Physiological Society (APS) Journals seek definitive papers that present the entire contents of a research project. In general, all data from a group of subjects, animals, or samples should be presented together in a single paper. If this cannot be done, then the manuscript should be cross-referenced. Identical subject, animal, and sample numbers should be used in the different manuscripts to identify their commonality.
Peer Review Policy
Manuscripts are refereed critically by two or more reviewers. Acceptance of manuscripts is based on scientific content and presentation of the material; membership in the Society is not a prerequisite for publication. The Editor/Associate Editor selects the reviewers, corresponds with the author, and makes the final decision on the acceptance or rejection of the manuscript. If a manuscript is submitted by an Editor of the Journal, another Editor handles that manuscript. The APS Peer Review office helps ensure confidentiality by setting up blinded user records in the APS Central system to be used for this purpose. See also Peer Review and Revision.
Copyright and Permissions
The Mandatory Submission Form serves as the official copyright transfer form. The APS Journals are copyrighted for the protection of authors and the Society. The code at the bottom of the first page of an article indicates the copyright owner's consent that copies of that article may be made beyond what is permitted by sections 107 and 108 of the US Copyright Law -- unless the copies are for general distribution, for advertising, for creating new works, or for resale -- provided the per-copy fee is paid through the Copyright Clearance Center, Inc.:
Copyright Clearance Center, Inc.
222 Rosewood Dr.
Danvers, MA 01923
For information about any of these exceptions or for permission to reproduce previously published illustrations or tables, write to:
Publications Office
American Physiological Society
9650 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD 20814-3991
Include an explicit statement of intended use and detailed specification of the material to be reproduced.
Cost of Publication
Mandatory Submission Fee
Page Charges
Cost of Color
Among scholarly publishers, the APS offers one of the most favorable terms for color figure publication.
- We publish color figures free of charge if the first or the last author is an APS nonstudent member in good standing.
- The APS student members and nonmembers will be charged the low subsidized rate of $300 per color figure.
- Color is free for authors publishing in Physiological Reviews, Physiological Genomics, and News in Physiological Sciences.
- At proof stage, if the author requests a color Iris proof copy of his/her figure(s), a service charge of $75 per figure will be added to the article publication fees.
Open Access choice for authors of Physiological Genomics
Starting July 1, 2003, authors can choose to pay a $1,500 fee to have their article published online with Open Access from the first date of publication or choose to pay no author fees and leave their article under Subscription Access.
Upon acceptance, you will be asked to download a form, where you will choose author-fee-based Open Access or Subscription Access. If you choose Open Access, you will be asked to provide a credit card number, purchase order, or check for $1,500. Once your payment or purchase order is processed, your online article will be made free to all. The print journal containing your article will still be available for a subscription fee.
Reprint Services
The APS provides high quality reprints to its authors.
- Please order reprints when you receive the electronic or mailed proof of your article.
- The Reprint Order Form is enclosed in the proof package. Please fill it out and send within 48 hours to the address indicated on the form. Please note that the articles containing color can ONLY be ordered at proof stage.
- If your article has color figures, there is an additional press charge of $90 per 100 reprints ordered.
- Toll-free link: at your request, the APS can create a link from your online published article to a URL you specify. Readers accessing your article from this URL can do so without a subscription to the journal. The per-article cost is $150 ($250 for articles in Physiological Reviews) and can be noted on the Reprint Order Form. Payment for the link will be added to the invoice for publication fees.
- See the current reprint prices.
Restrictions on Prepublication
Except in reviews and invited editorials, the APS Journals will not accept submissions in which, other than in abstracts of less than 400 words, a significant portion of the data in the form of figures and/or tables has been published elsewhere. For the APS guidelines regarding duplicate and/or prior publication, see the APS Ethical Policies and Procedures.
Authorship Changes
Changes to authorship are handled differently depending on when the error is noticed, i.e., on the stage of publication of the paper.
1. After submission but before acceptance
If you realize that changes to authorship (e.g., altering the order of authorship or adding/removing a name) are needed, please follow these steps:
o Download the Change of Authorship Form.
o Have ALL authors sign it.
o Fax, mail, or e-mail the signed form to the APS Peer Review office (301-634-7243)
2. After publication in Articles in PresS
If you have realized that an author's name was misspelled in such way as to affect finding the article in PubMed or through other searches, notify the Peer Review office so that the article can be fixed by amending the Article in PresS edition. Please note: this is the ONLY case when Articles in PresS edition will be corrected. Follow the steps above when submitting the correction. Other authorship corrections can still be made for the final print and online editions (see point 3 below).
3. During production of the final print and online editions
Changes to authorship (e.g., altering the order of authorship; adding/removing a name; adding or changing an initial) can still be made during production. You will need to follow these steps:
o Download the Change of Authorship Form.
o Have ALL authors sign it.
o Fax, mail, or e-mail the signed form to the Journal Editorial Office (301-634-7243).
4. After the final edition has been published in print and online
Any changes to authorship can only be made through a corrigendum to the print edition. The online version will have a permanent link to the corrigendum. Follow the steps in point 3 when submitting the changes.
Conflict of Interest
Authors of research articles are required at the time of submission to disclose to the APS Publications Office any potential conflict of interest (e.g., consultancies, stock ownership, equity interests, patent-licensing arrangements, lack of access to data, or lack of control of the decision to publish). In such cases, the author(s) will be asked to fill out a Conflict of Interest Disclosure form. The information provided in the form, unless already disclosed in the submitted article, will be held in confidence while the paper is under review. If the article is accepted for publication, information on the potential conflict of interest -- including a lack of control of the decision to publish -- will be included in the Disclosures section, following the Acknowledgments section.
Use of Previously Published Illustrations
APS Journals do not allow the use of previously published illustrations in regular research papers. If scientifically appropriate, previously published illustrations may be included only in reviews, invited editorials, or other invited papers, and only if permission is obtained from both the author and the original publisher. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission letters and must include them with their accepted manuscript in advance of publication. Authors are also responsible for providing publication-quality electronic files or laser prints of the previously published illustrations. These are best obtained from the original publisher or original author. Previously published images downloaded from the Internet are not acceptable for publication. See also Special Considerations for Invited Authors.
"Submitted" and "Accepted" Dates
The "submitted" date for a manuscript is the date when the manuscript was submitted to APS Central online peer review system. The "accepted" date is the date when the official letter of acceptance is sent out (usually via e-mail) from the review Editor. For specific requirements, see Paper Acceptance.
Editorial Board
Editor-in-Chief: Susan L. Hamilton
Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics
Baylor College of Medicine
Room 410b
One Baylor Plaza
Houston, TX 77030-3498
Phone: (713) 798-5704
Fax: (713) 798-5441 e-mail: susanh@bcm.tmc.edu
Associate Editor: M. B. Reid
Department of Medicine
Baylor College of Medicine
One Baylor Plaza
Room 520b
Houston, TX 77030-3498
Phone: (713) 798-7224
Fax: (713) 798-3619
Editorial Board:
R. W. Aldrich
M. Bond
M. Cahalan
W. W. Chin
A. W. Cowley, Jr.
R. Nicoll
J. R. Wright
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