Before submission

Before submitting your manuscript, read the general instructions, style guide and reporting requirements carefully (see above). If you have questions that are not covered by the guidelines, please email the Publications Manager, Eleanor Tan, at .

Use the 'Submit manuscript' link in the middle section of the side bar when your manuscript is ready to submit.

There is no charge for submission to or processing by this journal.

Creating an account

If you are using the system for the first time, you will need to create an account. Click on ‘Create a new account’. Please enter as much information as possible when creating an account. Once in the system, follow the prompts to set up your author account and submit your manuscript. You will be prompted to complete an online submit form and upload your manuscript.