Each author thus also acknowledges responsibility for the integrity of the manuscript, assures the originality of the manuscript, and guarantees that duplicate or redundant publications or submissions have not occurred. The Editors reserve the right to request the original data obtained in the investigation. Authors are responsible for all statements made in the text.
Manuscript Submission
These instructions are based in part on recommendations in the Uniform Requirements for Manuscripts Submitted to Biomedical Journal [Ann. Intern. Med. 1997; 126: 36-47]. Variations from guidelines in this publication reflect the individual style of MJHID.
The authors should submit the manuscript as a complete file.
Submit an electronic version of text (as a MS WORD document), unlabeled and labeled images (as JPEG files).
The manuscript should be typed in times new roman font, double-spaced throughout on one side of A4/Letter paper with at least a 2.5 cm/1 inch margin on all sides. Number all pages consecutively, beginning with the title page.
There are no restrictions to page counts or number of figures/videos , however in the interest of readers we suggest limiting to a 10-12 page maximum (5000-6000 words).
Prepare a cover letter and the author license form (has to be sent via post or fax) signed by all authors.
Organize the manuscript as follows: title page, abstract, introduction, material and methods, results, discussion including a conclusion, acknowledgments, references, figure legends, and tables.
Keep acronyms and abbreviations to a minimum. When an abbreviation is used, define it at first mention and follow with the abbreviation in parentheses.
Categories of Submission
Review Articles
The author(s) is absolutely free to design the paper. No particular format is required for these articles. However, they should have an informative, unstructured abstract of about 200 words; we suggest a limiting to 10-12 pages (5-6000 words +references) , Mini reviews ( <4000 words and <100 references will be also considered) . References, figures, and legends follow the guidelines described below under Original Articles. The review articles are generally solicited by the Editors, but the journal may also consider reviews submitted on authors' own initiative: pre-submission inquiries are welcome
Original Articles
Title Page. The following information should appear: title of article; authors name, and last name; affiliations, grant support, and presentation in part or whole at any meeting. Identify the corresponding author and provide full mailing address, phone and fax numbers, and e-mail address.
Abstract. The abstract is limited to 300 words, and should describe the essential aspects of the investigation. In the first sentence state the background; in the second sentence state your specific purpose or hypothesis; in the third, fourth and fifth sentences summarize methods, results and conclusion. No references should be cited.
Introduction. Include brief background information on what has been done in the past in this area and the importance of your investigation. End with a statement of the purpose or hypothesis of the study.
Material and Methods. This section may be divided into subsections if it facilitates reading the paper. The research design, subjects, material used, and statistical methods should be included. Do not mix results and discussion into this section. Do not include manufacturers names unless the specific product is important to the procedures performed, in which case the city and state or country of the manufacturer should also be given. Indicate that informed consent has been obtained from patients who participated in clinical investigations. In animal experimentation, acknowledge that ethical guidelines were followed. When appropriate, indicate that approval was obtained from the institutions review board.
Results. This section may be divided into subsections if it facilitates reading the paper. All results based on methods must be included. If tables and graphic material will ease the understanding of the results, include them. Cite figures to illustrate the findings of the study.
Discussion. Start with limited background information and then discuss the results of the investigation in light of what has been published in the past, the limitations of your study, and potential directions for future research. In appropriate place, cite figures and graphs. A final conclusion should summarize the major findings of the study and their clinical usefulness.
Acknowledgments. Acknowledgments should appear on a separate page.
References. Section must be single spaced and begin on a separate page. References are numbered consecutively in the order in which they appear in the text. All references must be cited in the text, where numbers are enclosed in [square brackets] on line with the text (not superscript). Papers submitted but not yet accepted for publication should also be cited in the text. Inclusive page numbers ( e.g., 491-492) must be provided for all references. Journal names should be abbreviated according to MeSH. All authors should be listed in references.
Style and punctuation of references
Journal article. [Reference number] Marcucci G, Radmacher MD, Maharry K, Mrózek K, Ruppert AS, Paschka P,Vukosavljevic T, Whitman SP, Baldus CD, Langer C, Liu CG, Carroll AJ, Powell BL,Garzon R, Croce CM, Kolitz JE, Caligiuri MA, Larson RA, Bloomfield CD. MicroRNA expression in cytogenetically normal acute myeloid leukemia.N Engl J Med. 2008 ;358 :1919-28
Book. [Reference number] Noback CR, Demarest RJ. The Human Nervous System. 2nd Ed., New York, McGraw-Hill. 1975; 199-201.
Edited book. [Reference number] Wyngaarden JB. Principles of human genetics. In: Wyngaarden JB, Smith LH, eds. Cecil Textbook of Medicine. 18th Ed., Philadelphia, W. B. Saunders Company. 1988; 146-152.
URL (Web Page). [Reference number] Pantanowitz L, Früh K, Marconi S, Moses AV, Dezube BJ.
Pathology of rituximab-induced Kaposi sarcoma flare. http://www.biomedcentral.com/1472-6890/8/7 (published 23 July 2008)
Format: Author, if available. Title of page as listed on the site. Address of page (date accessed).
Tables. Each table should be given on a separate page. Each table has a short, descriptive title. Tables are numbered in the order cited in the text. Abbreviations are defined as footnotes at the bottom of each table. Tables should not duplicate data given in the text or figures.
Figures and Legends. The complete sets of original figures must be submitted. Legends should be in the present tense (e.g., 'Illustration shows ...'). Subjects' names must not appear on the figures. Labels should contrast well with the background. Images should be uniform in size and magnification. Illustrations should be free of all identifying information relative to the subject and institution. Line drawings should be professional in quality. Written permission for use of all previously published illustrations must be included with submission, and the source should be referenced in the legends. Written permission from any person recognizable in a photo is required. Legends must be double spaced, and figures are numbered in the order cited in the text. Submit color prints only if color is essential in understanding the material presented. Label all pertinent findings.
Case Reports
While the journal encourages the submission of full-length original articles, it will consider the publication of concise case reports. These should be usually educational and medically important. In addition to a title page (formatted as described above), include a summary (150 word) describing the essence of the report, an introduction (two or three sentences of background information); a case report (written in the past tense) or a description of the technique, and a discussion highlighting the educational value of the case or the technique. References should be limited (no more than 12 preferred) to only those that give essential background material. References, figures, and legends follow the guidelines described above in 'Original Articles.'
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor may be used in primis to comment articles appeared in MJHID or other important journals and to give an opinion or suggestions relative to topics recently treated in the MJHID. Letters should be no more than 3 pages and should be submitted with a brief title. A maximum of 8 references may be included. Letters are published at the discretion of the journal and are subject to editing. Case reports could be submitted as letter to editor only when referred to articles appeared in MJHID.
Books for Review
Publishers and authors who wish to have their titles considered for review should send review copies to . Unsolicited book reviews are not considered
The submission file is in Microsoft Word, RTF, or WordPerfect document file format.
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Transfer of Copyright and Permission to Reproduce Parts of Published Papers. Authors will grant copyright of their articles to the Institute of Hematology, Catholic University, Rome . No formal permission will be required to reproduce parts (tables or illustrations) of published papers, provided the source is quoted appropriately and reproduction has no commercial intent. Reproductions with commercial intent will require written permission and payment of royalties.
