A Guide to Research Ethics and Informed Consent in Clinical Studies
An overview of research ethics and informed consent requirements in clinical studies, and what authors need to document before submitting to a peer-reviewed medical journal.
How IJMS Supports Early-Career Researchers and Clinicians
How the International Journal of Medical Sciences supports early-career researchers, students, and clinicians through discounted fees, fast review, and mentorship-oriented editorial practices.
Statistical Pitfalls in Medical Research: How to Avoid Common Errors
The most common statistical errors in medical research manuscripts, why reviewers flag them, and practical steps to avoid them before submission.
Preprints in Medicine: Benefits, Risks, and Best Practices
An explainer on medical preprints — how they differ from peer-reviewed publication, their benefits and risks, and how they fit alongside traditional journal submission.
Understanding Impact Factor: What It Means and Why It Matters for Authors
A clear explanation of journal impact factor, how it’s calculated, its limitations, and how much weight authors should actually give it when choosing where to publish.
How to Get Published in a Peer-Reviewed Medical Journal: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical, step-by-step guide to publishing in a peer-reviewed medical journal, from manuscript preparation to acceptance, based on the IJMS submission process.
Peer Review Explained: What Happens After You Submit Your Manuscript
A clear breakdown of the double-blind peer review process in medical journals — what reviewers look for, how long it takes, and what happens after you submit.
Common Reasons Manuscripts Get Rejected by Medical Journals (and How to Avoid Them)
The most common reasons medical manuscripts get rejected by peer-reviewed journals, and practical steps authors can take to avoid them.
Open Access vs. Subscription Journals: What Researchers Need to Know in 2026
A clear comparison of open access and subscription-based medical journals, covering costs, readership, and how to choose the right publishing model for your research.
How to Write a Compelling Abstract for a Medical Research Paper
A practical guide to writing a clear, compelling abstract for a medical research paper that captures editor and reviewer attention from the first line.