How a submitted manuscript is processed

Peh WCG, Ng KH
Correspondence: Prof Wilfred CG Peh, smj.editor@sma.org.sg

ABSTRACT
Processing of a submitted manuscript is a complex and time-consuming process. Authors should be aware of items in the editorial office checklist. The journal editors and peer reviewers are an essential part of the manuscript processing system. Copy editors serve as a link between authors and the printer/publisher, and aim to adapt the accepted manuscript to the journal house style and to improve readability of the article.

Keywords: manuscript processing, manuscript submission, medical writing, scientific paper
Singapore Med J 2009; 50(9): 853-856