Key considerations for using third party content in your article
It's common practice for third party content (in part or in whole) to be used in research articles. But, certain conditions must be carefully followed to make sure the use…
Read moreUnderstanding copyright for journal authors
What is copyright? Copyright is a type of intellectual property right which protects original creative works, including literary works such as academic articles. Copyright laws grant a copyright owner certain…
Read moreGlossary
Our quick A-Z glossary provides you with the definitions of key publishing terms you're likely to come across while you move through each step of your research publishing journey. Understanding…
Read moreMoving through production
Once your article has been accepted for publication, the next step is production. Copy editing begins, and your proofs are created. You’ll sign a publishing agreement, and if you submitted…
Read moreHow to write and publish a Plain Language Summary
A Plain Language Summary (also referred to as a lay summary in some subject areas) communicates the significance of scholarly and scientific research evidence to wide audiences in clear, jargon-free…
Read moreEditorial Policies
The following policies apply to all Taylor & Francis Group journals. Where a journal is owned by and published on behalf of a learned society or association, you should refer…
Read moreMisconduct
Taylor & Francis takes all forms of misconduct seriously and will take all necessary action, in accordance with COPE guidelines, to protect the integrity of the scholarly record. Read on for…
Read morePublishing open access with Open Select
At Taylor & Francis we champion choice for researchers and offer a range of options for publishing open access (OA). Alongside our fully open access journals, you can also choose…
Read moreFunder open access policies
How do I comply with my research funder’s open access policy? Many research funders have policies requiring you to make your published work available open access. On this page, you…
Read moreImages and figures
Please read and follow this section of the Taylor & Francis Editorial Policies if you use images or figures in your article. These instructions apply to all Taylor & Francis Group journals…
Read moreResearch ethics: Guidelines for arts, humanities, and social sciences journals
Methodological approaches vary significantly across the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Yet, these diverse research communities share basic ethical principles and responsibilities. Researchers also have an ethical obligation to be…
Read moreLetter to the Editor
The Expert Review and Expert Opinion series welcomes Letters to the Editor commenting on any article published in the journals. Content To ensure the rapid publication of your letter, please…
Read moreWhat are the gold and green open access publishing options?
At Taylor & Francis we offer choice in the route to publishing open access (OA). You can either choose to publish “gold” OA or make your article available via “green”…
Read moreChoose open access when publishing your research
Open access allows others to read your research without barriers. It also gives other researchers greater opportunity to build upon your work. Get your open access questions answered with this useful guide, and then choose open access with Taylor…
Read moreResearch ethics: Guidelines for STM journals
All human and animal subjects, living and deceased, should be treated with dignity and respect in academic research. Ethical research practices require that researchers are vigilant in ensuring that their…
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Read morePlagiarism
About this topic Trust and integrity are among what readers value the most in scholarly peer-reviewed journal content. That’s why Taylor & Francis takes the issue of plagiarism very seriously.…
Read moreEditorial Advisory Board
We are proud to work with a diverse global board of editorial experts to help guide strategic and operational developments at Taylor & Francis. Our Editorial Advisory Board members represent…
Read more5 top reasons for desk rejection – and how to avoid them
After submitting a manuscript to a journal, some authors are focused on the outcome of the peer review process, forgetting that a ‘desk rejection’ is the first hurdle they have…
Read moreFormatting guidelines for Expert Collection journals
File formatting Keep all formatting to a minimum. Do not assign ‘styles’ to headings, extracts or paragraphs. Make sure that the ‘normal’ style is used throughout the text. Turn off…
Read moreAre open access journals good quality?
Is it easier to publish in open access journals? Do open access journals use peer review? Are open access journals reputable? These are just some of the many questions researchers…
Read moreMaking your submission FAQs
Where can I find details on preparing and submitting my article? You can find information on preparing and submitting your article on the journal’s instruction for authors' page. Popular questions…
Read moreOpen access FAQs
What is gold open access? Gold open access (OA) means that the final version of an article is freely and permanently accessible online for everyone from the moment it is…
Read moreWriting your paper FAQs
How should I structure my manuscript? Read your target journal’s instructions for authors to know the expected requirements. Also, take time to look through a selection of articles already published…
Read moreEnd-to-end support for your publication strategy
We know how critical it is to you and your organization to get your latest research published in a high quality, peer-reviewed journal. We've published research for thousands of researchers across…
Read moreResearcher Services
Welcome to the Researcher Services hub Our services are designed to save you time, help you to feel confident that the quality of your work meets the highest standards, and…
Read moreUnderstanding journal metrics
Journal metrics can be a useful quantitative tool for helping you decide where to submit your manuscript. But, any one metric only tells a part of the story, of a…
Read moreResearch impact
Research impact is an important topic in the research world. Use this guide to understand what impact means for you and your work, how to measure it, and get tips…
Read moreCreating a video abstract for your research
What is a video abstract? A video abstract lets you introduce readers to your article in your own words, telling others why they should read your research. These short videos…
Read moreA guide to Twitter for researchers
A search in Google can show you a long list of academics explaining how Twitter has benefited their research, before and after publication. As a researcher, here is how Twitter…
Read moreDeposit agreements: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
As part of our author support, Taylor & Francis deposits articles to PubMed Central (PMC) on behalf of all authors reporting National Institutes of Health (NIH) funded research. This service…
Read moreZero-embargo green open access for Archives and Library & Information Science journals
This is a Taylor & Francis initiative, across our Library and Information Science journals and Archives list. It enables authors to make their work green open access with no embargoes applied. What does…
Read moreHow to submit your electronic artwork
If you use artwork in your journal article, you want it to appear the best quality possible. This guide will help you prepare and submit your electronic artwork files so…
Read moreEnhancing your article with supplemental material
Supplementary material is relevant material that is additional to the main article. It can be anything from tables to presentations, to video and audio files. These supplementary materials add another…
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