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Streamlined submission for sleep science manuscripts with clear timelines and support.
Journal at a Glance
ISSN: 2574-4518
DOI Prefix: 10.14302/issn.2574-4518
License: CC BY 4.0
Peer reviewed open access journal
Scope Alignment
Sleep physiology, circadian biology, insomnia, sleep apnea, parasomnias, hypersomnias, behavioral sleep medicine, and sleep health across the lifespan. We prioritize clinically relevant findings.
Publishing Model
Open access, single blind peer review, and rapid publication after acceptance and production checks. Metadata validation and DOI registration are included.
Authors may submit via ManuscriptZone or use the Simple Manuscript Submission Form for fast intake. The editorial office will confirm scope fit and next steps after submission.
- Confirm scope alignment with sleep science domains
- Prepare sleep measurement protocols and scoring criteria
- Include ethics approvals and consent statements
- Add a data availability statement and repository links
Prepare Files
Compile manuscript, figures, supplementary data, and checklists.
Submit
Upload via ManuscriptZone or the simple submission form.
Peer Review
Single blind review focused on methodological rigor.
Decision
Receive editorial feedback and next steps.
Submissions undergo editorial screening for scope fit, study design quality, and data transparency. Qualified manuscripts move to single blind peer review with subject matter experts.
| Stage | Typical Timing | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Screening | 1 to 2 weeks | Scope fit and compliance checks |
| Peer Review | 3 to 6 weeks | Methodology rigor and impact |
| Revision | 2 to 4 weeks | Author responses and refinements |
| Production | 2 to 3 weeks | Copyediting, proofs, DOI registration |
Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting, proof review, DOI registration, and online publication. APCs are applied after acceptance and support open access dissemination.
- Scope alignment confirmed
- Sleep scoring methods documented
- Statistical methods and effect sizes reported
- Ethics approvals documented
- Data availability statement included
JSDR is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in sleep science and sleep disorder research. We emphasize reproducible methods, clear clinical reporting, and ethical compliance across all article types.
The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].
We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in sleep research and clinical sleep medicine.
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