Instructions for Authors

Comprehensive guidelines for preparing and submitting nephrology research manuscripts to the journal.

Nephrology Advances publishes several article formats, each with specific requirements tailored to its purpose and expected contribution to kidney research knowledge and clinical nephrology practice.

Organize original nephrology research manuscripts following standard clinical format. Clear structure enhances readability and facilitates peer review of kidney research articles.

• Title page: Concise title (maximum 150 characters), all author names and affiliations, corresponding author contact, word count, and conflict of interest disclosures
• Abstract: Structured format with background, methods, results, and conclusions. Include 4-6 keywords from MeSH for indexing
• Introduction: Background context, research question rationale, and study objectives for nephrology investigation
• Methods: Detailed methodology enabling replication, including patient selection, interventions, laboratory methods, and statistical approaches
• Results: Objective findings without interpretation, organized logically with supporting tables and figures for clinical data
• Discussion: Interpretation of findings, comparison with existing nephrology literature, limitations, and clinical practice implications
• References: Vancouver format throughout manuscript with proper citation of kidney research sources

Proper formatting ensures consistent presentation and efficient processing of nephrology manuscripts through the production workflow.

All nephrology research involving human subjects must comply with established ethical standards. Authors bear responsibility for ensuring appropriate approvals and informed consent for clinical kidney studies.

• Ethics committee approval with reference numbers for human subjects research
• Written informed consent from patients or appropriate waiver documentation
• Clinical trial registration in public registries before patient enrollment
• Complete conflict of interest disclosure for all authors and funding sources
• Data availability statements describing access to underlying datasets

Nephrology Advances requires adherence to appropriate reporting guidelines based on study design. These standards ensure completeness and transparency in clinical kidney research reporting.

• CONSORT: Randomized trials evaluating nephrology interventions and treatments
• STROBE: Observational studies of kidney disease outcomes and risk factors
• PRISMA: Systematic reviews and meta-analyses of nephrology literature
• STARD: Diagnostic accuracy studies of renal biomarkers and tests
• CARE: Case reports with educational value for clinical nephrology

All listed authors must meet ICMJE authorship criteria for nephrology publications: substantial contribution to conception, data acquisition, or analysis; drafting or critical revision; final approval; and accountability for the work. Those not meeting criteria should be acknowledged appropriately.

All nephrology submissions undergo rigorous peer review by at least two qualified reviewers with relevant expertise in kidney medicine and renal science. The review process evaluates scientific validity, methodological rigor, originality, and contribution to nephrology knowledge. Authors receive detailed feedback with constructive suggestions for improvement.

Submit manuscripts through our online ManuscriptZone system. The platform guides authors through required information and document uploads for nephrology submissions.

Nephrology Advances aims for prompt publication of accepted kidney research. Initial editorial decisions are typically provided within four weeks of submission. Accepted manuscripts proceed to production immediately upon final approval and payment. Most articles are published online within two weeks of production completion.

When revision is requested, authors should address all reviewer comments systematically with point-by-point responses. Highlight changes in the revised manuscript to facilitate re-review. Revisions are typically due within 30 days for minor and 60 days for major revisions.

All published articles are released under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, ensuring maximum accessibility and reuse of nephrology research. Open access publication enhances visibility and citation impact for kidney research, reaching nephrologists, dialysis centers, and transplant programs worldwide.

For questions about submission requirements, manuscript preparation, or the review process for kidney research, contact the editorial office at [email protected]. Our team responds within one business day to author inquiries and provides guidance on technical requirements for nephrology submissions.

Nephrology Advances provides ongoing support after publication. Published authors can request citation metrics, altmetric data, and usage statistics for their kidney research. The editorial team assists with corrections, author profile updates, and institutional repository integration. Your nephrology research remains accessible through permanent digital archiving and DOI registration for long-term discoverability and citation tracking worldwide.

Authors whose first language is not English may benefit from our language editing services. Professional editors with nephrology expertise refine grammar, syntax, and clarity while preserving scientific meaning. Editing services are available separately from manuscript submission to improve communication of kidney research findings to international clinical audiences.