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During the past few years, an ever-increasing number of authors have requested to submit their work electronically to _the Journal of Exposure Analysis and Environmental Epidemiology_. This


approach has not been discouraged, but in addition, we have always requested that authors provide a hard copy of their manuscript, and one on disk, with a submission letter signed by all the


authors. There have been many reasons for this approach: the hard copy and submission letter have been considered proof of the authenticity of the manuscript and its authors; hard copy is


often better presented; and it has not always been easy to access files submitted electronically. Indeed, the quality of electronic files of figures and tables has often proved inadequate


for publication purposes. However, electronic communication is now commonplace. All journals must confront it, and adapt it to their needs. Many scientific journals have elected to provide


electronic facilities for manuscript submission through the worldwide web. The majority of peer-review journals have been doing so for some time. To move manuscripts back and forth, we have


relied on a much older technology: the post. Although the system is generally reliable, it is either slow (in the case of standard mail) or expensive (in the case of express service). It is


also labor-intensive. Our staff must open, address, mail, and track several hundred envelopes each year. Indeed, the increasing costs of our postal services have encouraged the use of


electronic communication. In the years prior to the installation of our software, the Internet has developed to a point where a more efficient means of manuscript circulation is now


practical. The _JEAEE_ has now, in line with other scientific journals, arranged for ScholarOne, to host a manuscript tracking system for us. It is known as Manuscript Central. This tracking


system is already being used by over 600 journals. The new process allows authors to submit manuscripts electronically and facilitates online peer review and tracking. Authors upload


manuscripts online and receive an instant confirmation letter. Once a manuscript is submitted, the editor can immediately access it, facilitating quick, effective reviewer assignments. The


greatest benefit of the move to a Web-based system will be a reduction in the time it takes for a manuscript to go from submission to decision. Readers of the journals will benefit because


new information may become available in a more timely fashion. Users should also find the new process more convenient. Authors can check the status of their manuscript at any time of the


day, from any place with an Internet connection. Reviewers, associate editors, editors, and administrators can work on journal business wherever they are online. The system tracks late


reviews, helps prevent manuscripts from being stalled in the process, and eliminates postal delays, which in the past have been a major deterrent to international authors. The change will


create a more efficient, up-to-date journal process from all perspectives. With far fewer envelopes to manage, our editorial staff will be able to focus on what they do best — ensuring that


_JEAEE_ publishes the highest quality content. Eventually, we expect this system will decrease the time from submission to decision and from decision to publication. We anticipate gains in


speed to be realized through a reduction in the amount of time manuscripts spend in transit and through more efficient circulation. For example, we anticipate that Manuscript Central will


help identify available reviewers more rapidly through an advance-notification function, thus expediting this sometimes-lengthy process. Authors may begin submitting manuscripts to _JEAEE_


using Manuscript Central's Web-based system on October 1, 2004. By October 1, 2005 all authors will be required to submit manuscripts in this manner and can reach the site at:


http://jeaee.manuscriptcentral.com. When submitting a manuscript electronically, authors should first check to see if they are already registered on the website. To do this, you should click


on the “check for existing account” button, and follow the on-screen instructions. If you are not registered, you should click on the “create a new account” button on the login screen and,


again, follow the on-screen instructions. If you know your login details, use your User ID and Password to log in. The instructions to authors are straightforward, but detailed, and must be


followed carefully. Failure to do so will prevent successful submission of your manuscript. Particular attention is required when submitting figures. It is preferable that these are


originated in high-resolution format for publication purposes. A second version should be prepared for peer review in a low-resolution format, which will help keep the files small when they


are sent out for review. Thought must be given to the layout of electronic text, proper English usage and correct spelling, and the use of paragraphs in this format. It is hoped that authors


will try to maintain the same (if not increase) standards of presentation when submitting electronically, as they have used with hard copy. On receiving a manuscript onto the website, the


Editor-in-Chief's Office will communicate with the author by e-mail, providing a reference number for their paper. The Editor-in-Chief and Associate Editors will also invite reviewers,


by e-mail, to review the manuscript on the website. The system will be protected by passwords and will therefore be secure. Only the authors, editors, and reviewers dealing with your


manuscript will be able to read it on the website. An author will be able to watch the progress of their manuscript, and will receive communications at regular intervals by e-mail from the


editor responsible for it. This, therefore, requires the author to submit an e-mail address, otherwise submission of a manuscript will not be possible. As we begin to use this tracking


system, no doubt, there will be a few glitches as we set parameters and learn how to use the system. We anticipate this system to be running smoothly within 6 to 9 months after its


implementation begins, so meanwhile please bear with us. We are determined to provide as rapid a service as possible when handling authors' manuscripts. The peer review process for


_JEAEE_ has long been an international affair, only hindered by the great distances manuscripts have traveled, until now, for appraisal. Electronic manuscript tracking should improve the


efficiency of this process. It is a significant challenge for the _JEAEE_ editorial team, but one that we are now ready to undertake. We look forward to hearing from you — electronically.


Authors * Edo D. Pellizzari View author publications You can also search for this author inPubMed Google Scholar RIGHTS AND PERMISSIONS Reprints and permissions ABOUT THIS ARTICLE CITE THIS


ARTICLE Pellizzari, E. Editorial. _J Expo Sci Environ Epidemiol_ 14, 363–364 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.jea.7500405 Download citation * Published: 13 September 2004 * Issue Date: 01


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