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Aims and Scope. Animal Biotechnology, to be published in English, is the first international to cover the identification and manipulation of genes and their products, stressing applications in domesticated animals. The journal will publish full-length articles, and short research communications, as well as appropriate reviews. The journal will also provide a forum for regulatory or scientific issues related to cell and molecular biology, immunogenetics, transgenic animals, and microbiology.

 

Submission of Manuscripts. Animal Biotechnology receives all manuscript submissions electronically via their ScholarOne Manuscripts website located at: http://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/LABT. ScholarOne Manuscripts allows for rapid submission of original and revised manuscripts, as well as facilitates the review process and internal communication between authors, editors, and reviewers via a web-based platform. ScholarOne Manuscripts technical can be accessed via http://scholarone.com/services/support. If you have any other requests please contact the journal's editor at ani-biotec@illinois.edu.

 

Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become property of the publisher.

 

All parts of the manuscript should be typewritten, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides, and pages should be numbered consecutively. Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 characters. Each article should be summarized in ab abstract of no more than 200 words. Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text.

 

Instructions for a Short Communication or Note. Short communications should follow the manuscript preparation guidelines but should not exceed 1,000 words (excluding references). Short communication should have a maximum of three pictures/tables, and must have a combined Results and Discussion section. Editors may request that an original research paper be converted to a note.

 

References.  Please cite references in the text by number only enclosed in parentheses. At the end of the article, list the references in the order they appear in the text. Footnotes should be included in the list of references. Reference style should follow the American Medical Association Manual of Style, 10th ed. Examples:

 

Journal: Brown PR, Lundie-Jenkins G. Non-target Mortalities during Aerial Strychnine Baiting of House Mice. Wildl. Res. 1999; 26: 1-15.

Book: Zheng PL. Sheep and Goat Breeds in China. Shanghai: Shanghai Science and Technology Press; 1989: 50-52.

Published Conference Paper: Downing KH. The structure of tubulin determined by electron crystallography. In: Proceedings of the 7th Asia-Pacific Electron Microscopy Conference on perspective imaging June 3-6, 2003; Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Suntec City, Sinagpore: Singapore University; 2003; 24-45.

General Internet: FDA/CEDR resources page. Food and Drug Administration Web site. http://www.fda.gov/cder/approval/index.htm. Accessed April 7, 2007.

Software: Clinical Pharmacology [computer program]. Version 2.07. Tampa, FL: Gold Standard Multimedia; 2003.

 

Illustrations. Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:

• 300 dpi or higher;
• Sized to fit on journal page;
• EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only;
• Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files

Color Reproduction. Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in color art reproduction. Color art can be purchased for print + online reproduction (there is no fee for online only reproduction). Color reprints can only be ordered if print + online reproduction costs are paid. Rates for print + online reproduction are: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than 4 pages of color.

Tables and Figures. Tables and figures (illustrations) should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reproduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, and on a separate sheet. All original figures should be clearly marked in pencil on the reverse side with the number, author's name, and top edge indicated.

 

Proofs. Page proofs are sent to the designated author using Taylor & Francis' EProof system. They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt.

 

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