Recipe for Research Publication Success [Infographic]

Creating a successful research manuscript is a lengthy and involved process. The process should not be rushed, and many of the aspects that make up a great paper must be carefully considered. In addition to the “recipe” below, we have included links to resources that will help as you develop the various sections of your manuscript for publication. Bon Appétit!

More resources:

Use only the best ingredients

• Materials and Methods - 7 writing tips
• Results - Best practices
• Introduction - Get a strong start
• Abstract - 6 tips to make a great first impression

Add finishing touches

• Figures - Best ways to use color [video]
• Transitions - Add effective transitions
• Title - How to choose a catchy title for your manuscript

Know how long to expect for time to acceptance

• According to available data, the average time from submission to acceptance is 272 days