Author Services

Animal BioSphere is committed to providing comprehensive support to authors throughout the publication process. Our Author Services ensure a smooth manuscript submission, peer review, and publication experience, while also enhancing the visibility and impact of published research. Below, we outline the key services offered to authors.

Manuscript Submission Support

We understand that submitting a manuscript can be a complex process, and our editorial team is available to assist authors at every step. Our submission support services include:

  • Guidance on manuscript formatting and compliance with journal guidelines.
  • Technical support for uploading files to the online submission system.
  • Pre-submission checklist to help authors ensure their manuscript meets journal requirements.
  • Editorial office assistance in case of submission-related queries or system issues.

Authors can contact the editorial team via submission@animalbiosphere.com for help with the submission process.

Language and Editing Services

To enhance the clarity and readability of manuscripts, Animal BioSphere offers language editing and proofreading services through recommended third-party providers. These services include:

  • Grammar and spelling corrections to improve readability.
  • Scientific editing to refine technical language and clarity.
  • Formatting assistance to align with journal style and citation guidelines.

While the use of language editing services does not guarantee acceptance, it can increase the likelihood of a smooth peer-review process by ensuring the manuscript is well-structured and free of language errors.

Authors in need of professional language editing can contact editorial@animalbiosphere.com for recommendations.

Pre-Submission Review Services

To improve manuscript quality before formal submission, authors can opt for a pre-submission review by expert editors. This service helps authors:

  • Identify potential weaknesses in methodology, structure, and presentation.
  • Receive constructive feedback to refine their research before submission.
  • Ensure manuscript compliance with journal guidelines.

Authors interested in this service should submit their manuscript for pre-evaluation through presubmission@animalbiosphere.com.

Open Access and Article Processing Support

Animal BioSphere is an open-access journal, ensuring that all published articles are freely accessible to researchers worldwide. Our open-access services include:

  • Global dissemination of published articles, increasing visibility and citations.
  • DOI assignment to provide a permanent link to the article.
  • Indexing in major databases to enhance accessibility.

For authors requiring financial assistance, we offer waivers or discounts on Article Processing Charges (APCs) based on funding availability and author requests from low-income countries. Waiver applications can be submitted to apcwaiver@animalbiosphere.com.

Post-Acceptance Services

Once a manuscript is accepted, Animal BioSphere offers additional services to ensure high-quality publication and dissemination:

Proofreading and Typesetting

  • Authors receive proofs of their article for final review before publication.
  • Our editorial team ensures correct formatting, layout, and citation consistency.
  • Authors can request minor corrections at this stage before final publication.

DOI and Indexing Services

  • Upon publication, each article is assigned a Digital Object Identifier (DOI) for easy citation.
  • Articles are indexed in leading academic databases, increasing visibility and accessibility.

Early Online Publication

  • Animal BioSphere offers early online publication for accepted articles, ensuring timely dissemination before final issue assignment.

Authors can track their article status and expected publication timeline through their author dashboard in the submission system.

Research Promotion and Visibility Services

To maximize the impact of published research, Animal BioSphere supports authors with promotion and visibility services, including:

Social Media and Press Releases

  • Articles are promoted via the journal official Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook pages.
  • Significant research findings may be highlighted through press releases and news articles.

Research Highlights and Summaries

  • Authors can submit lay summaries of their articles for publication on the journal’s website, helping a broader audience understand their work.

Conference and Webinar Participation

  • Selected high-impact articles may be featured in journal-sponsored webinars, workshops, or conferences.

Authors interested in research promotion services can contact promotions@animalbiosphere.com.

Copyright and Licensing Support

Animal BioSphere operates under a Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing authors to retain copyright while permitting free distribution and adaptation of their work.

  • Authors must sign an Author Agreement Form before publication.
  • Authors can archive their published articles in institutional repositories or personal websites.

For questions regarding copyright policies, authors can reach out to copyright@animalbiosphere.com.

Data Sharing and Repository Services

To promote open science and reproducibility, Animal BioSphere encourages authors to deposit datasets in public repositories such as:

  • GenBank (for genetic data).
  • Dryad (for general research data).
  • Figshare (for supplementary figures and materials).

Authors can include a Data Availability Statement in their manuscript to specify where their data is stored.

Post-Publication Corrections and Retractions

Animal BioSphere maintains integrity in scientific publishing and allows for post-publication updates, including:

  • Errata or corrigenda for minor errors in published articles.
  • Article retractions in cases of ethical violations or data inaccuracies.

Authors requesting corrections should contact corrections@animalbiosphere.com with detailed information.

Author Support and Queries

For any assistance related to manuscript preparation, submission, or publication, authors can contact the editorial team through:

At Animal BioSphere, we prioritize author satisfaction and strive to provide a seamless publishing experience. We look forward to supporting researchers in disseminating high-quality scientific contributions.