For Authors

Everything you need to know about publishing your research with ATLAS

Submission Process

A streamlined approach to getting your research published

1

Submit Manuscript

Upload your manuscript through our online submission system. Ensure your document follows our formatting guidelines and includes all required sections.

  • Manuscript in Word or LaTeX format
  • Cover letter addressing the editor
  • All figures and tables included
  • Supplementary materials (if applicable)
2

Initial Review

Our editorial team conducts a preliminary assessment to ensure your manuscript aligns with the journal's scope and meets basic quality standards.

Typical timeframe: 3-5 business days
3

Peer Review

Your manuscript is sent to expert reviewers in your field for a thorough, double-blind peer review. Reviewers assess the quality, originality, and significance of your work.

Typical timeframe: 4-6 weeks
4

Revision (if needed)

Based on reviewer feedback, you may be asked to revise your manuscript. Address all reviewer comments and resubmit within the specified timeframe.

Revision deadline: 30 days (can be extended)
5

Final Decision

After reviewing your revised manuscript and responses to reviewers, the editor makes a final decision on acceptance or rejection.

6

Publication

Once accepted, your manuscript goes through copyediting and formatting. You'll receive proofs for final approval before publication.

From acceptance to publication: 2-3 weeks

Author Guidelines

Preparing your manuscript for submission

Manuscript Preparation

  • Title: Clear, concise, and descriptive (max 150 characters)
  • Abstract: 150-250 words summarizing objectives, methods, results, and conclusions
  • Keywords: 4-6 keywords for indexing purposes
  • Main Text: Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion
  • References: Follow APA, MLA, or Chicago style (specify by journal)

Formatting Requirements

  • Font: Times New Roman, 12pt
  • Spacing: Double-spaced throughout
  • Margins: 1 inch (2.54 cm) on all sides
  • Line Numbers: Continuous line numbering
  • Page Numbers: Bottom center of each page

Figures & Tables

  • Quality: High resolution (min 300 DPI for print)
  • Format: JPEG, PNG, or TIFF for figures
  • Captions: Descriptive captions for all figures and tables
  • Placement: Embed in text or submit separately
  • Numbering: Sequential numbering (Figure 1, Table 1, etc.)

Citations & References

  • In-text: Author-date format (Smith, 2023) or numerical [1]
  • Reference List: Alphabetical or numerical order
  • DOI: Include DOI for all cited articles when available
  • Consistency: Use the same citation style throughout
  • Software: Reference management tools (Zotero, Mendeley) recommended

Data Availability

  • Statement: Include data availability statement
  • Repositories: Deposit data in recognized repositories (Figshare, Zenodo, etc.)
  • Code: Share analysis code when applicable (GitHub, GitLab)
  • Restrictions: Clearly state any data access restrictions
  • DOI: Provide DOI for deposited datasets

Ethics & Compliance

  • Ethics Approval: Required for human/animal research
  • Informed Consent: Document consent procedures
  • Conflicts of Interest: Disclose all potential conflicts
  • Funding: Acknowledge all funding sources
  • Originality: Plagiarism checks required for all submissions

Publication Fees

Transparent pricing for open access publishing

Standard Publication

$1,500

Per article

  • Double-blind peer review
  • Professional copyediting
  • XML and PDF formats
  • DOI assignment
  • Online publication
  • Basic indexing (Google Scholar)

Premium Open Access

$3,000

Per article

  • All Open Access features
  • Expedited review (2-3 weeks)
  • Press release preparation
  • Social media promotion
  • Infographic creation
  • Video abstract option

Discounts Available: 20% discount for corresponding authors from developing countries (as per World Bank classification)

Student Discount: 15% discount for graduate students as first authors (verification required)

Institutional Memberships: Contact us for institutional subscription packages with unlimited submissions

Author Resources

Tools and templates to support your submission

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common author queries

The typical timeline from submission to first decision is 6-8 weeks. This includes initial editorial review (3-5 days) and peer review (4-6 weeks). For expedited review under our Premium Open Access option, the timeframe is 2-3 weeks.

Yes, you can suggest up to 5 potential reviewers during submission. Please provide their names, affiliations, and email addresses. However, the final selection of reviewers is at the editor's discretion to maintain the integrity of the peer review process.

If your manuscript is rejected, you'll receive detailed feedback from reviewers and the editor. You can use this feedback to improve your manuscript and submit to another journal. We also offer an appeal process if you believe the decision was made in error.

No, simultaneous submission to multiple journals is considered unethical and violates publication standards. You must wait for a decision from one journal before submitting to another.

Page limits vary by journal and article type. Research articles typically have no strict limit but should be concise (usually 6,000-8,000 words). Short communications are limited to 2,000 words. Review articles can be up to 10,000 words. Check the specific journal guidelines for details.

Upon acceptance, you'll receive a copyright transfer agreement (CTA) or license to publish. For open access articles, you retain copyright while granting ATLAS exclusive rights to publish. You'll sign this electronically through our system.

Minor corrections (typos, formatting) can be made during the proofing stage. Significant changes to content after acceptance are generally not permitted. If you discover errors after publication, you can submit a correction or erratum.

All articles are indexed in major databases (Google Scholar, CrossRef). Open access articles receive additional promotion through our social media channels, email newsletters, and press releases for high-impact research. Premium Open Access includes dedicated promotional support.

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