Manuscript Writing Process

We provide here the manuscript processes that need to be followed for success (and time efficiency).

Papers lead by a group member

  • First submission
    • Prepare the detailed outline of the paper with all the sections and paragraphs (introduction, methods, results, discussion), a sentence description for each, and sketches of the figures.
    • Discuss the outline with other member(s) of the group for feedback.
    • Validate the outline with Anthony and identify potential target journals.
    • Identify a representative article from the target journal and write the manuscript following this as a template. Note that the manuscript should be written using Google doc or overleaf.
    • Make sure that you complied with all the items in the manuscript checklist.
    • Have the manuscript read by at least one of your labmates.
    • Make adequate modifications and go back to your labmate(s) until sounds good.
    • Submit the draft manuscript to Anthony. At this stage, Anthony will go over the manuscript and provide general feedbacks (no modifications at the sentence level); likely using paper and red pen. If major modifications are needed, go back to your labmate(s) with a revised version if necessary before giving back to Anthony. Note that this process can take several cycles.
    • Make your minor modifications according to Anthony’s suggestions and submit to Anthony for deep paper editing.
    • Share with collaborators/co-authors
    • Submit and wait for success
  • Revisions
    • Prepare your ideal responses to address the reviewers’ comments and questions.
    • Lay out the corresponding ToDo list of things to be done to support your responses to the reviewers and put them in the corresponding Trello board.
    • Discuss your responses and ToDo list with Anthony and update the Trello board accordingly.
    • Perform the extra work and writing following the appropriate process for writing.
  • Collaborative papers not lead by a group member
    • Bring the paper to Anthony for a quick glance. Three cases occur:
      • modifications suggested prior to deep editing by Anthony (then following appropriate manuscript writing process).
      • suitable for deep editing by Anthony (then following appropriate manuscript writing process).
      • no major work required: send to collaborators for submission.