What JAMA specifies
The figures below follow your selected manuscript type. Review proposed changes and verify the final manuscript against the official author guidance.
- Brief Report 14 rules, including: word limit (1200 words), abstract word limit (350 words), reference limit (15 references), Title length (100 characters), display item limit (3 tables and/or figures).
Read from JAMA's own author guidelines. Journals revise these - verify with the journal before you submit.
Preparing a submission for JAMA
Scraiber has 46 requirements on file for JAMA, covering areas such as length, references, structure and submission policies. The journal’s official guidance remains the reference for your submission.
Select JAMA and your manuscript type, then upload your draft to preview proposed text changes. Review the suggestions before applying them.
Retargeting a manuscript to JAMA may require changes to length, structure, references and declarations. Scraiber suggests revisions to your existing draft; authors must check the scientific meaning and supply any missing factual declarations.
Manuscript types at JAMA
Recorded manuscript types for JAMA: A Piece of My Mind, Brief Report, Clinical Challenge, Diagnostic Test Interpretation, Letter in Reply, Letter to the Editor, Narrative Review, Original Investigation, Perspective, Research Letter, Special Communication, Systematic Review, Viewpoint. Select the type you intend to submit so the preview uses the corresponding requirements.
Changes to review in your manuscript
Scraiber proposes text revisions informed by JAMA’s recorded requirements. Check each change for scientific meaning, references and missing declarations. Authors remain responsible for the final manuscript.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the word limit for JAMA?
- Select your manuscript type to see the recorded length figures for JAMA. Check the official guidance for exclusions, recommendations and any updated limits.
- How do I check my manuscript against the JAMA guidelines?
- Choose your manuscript type and follow the preview button to upload a .docx for JAMA. Review the proposed changes and the price before deciding whether to unlock the full rewrite.
- What are the submission requirements for JAMA?
- Scraiber has 46 requirements on file for JAMA. Choose your manuscript type to see recorded limits and consult the linked official guidance for the current submission requirements.
- Which citation style does JAMA use?
- Consult JAMA’s official guidance for its citation style. Scraiber can suggest revisions using the recorded requirements; check citations and the bibliography before submission.
- Can I automatically format my paper for JAMA?
- Upload your draft and select JAMA and your manuscript type. Scraiber proposes text changes for review. Check the final manuscript against the official guidance; the preview does not guarantee complete compliance or acceptance.
- How do I reformat a paper rejected by another journal for JAMA?
- Select JAMA and the manuscript type, then upload your existing draft. Review the proposed revisions and check references, declarations and scientific meaning before submission.
- How long does it take to prepare a manuscript for JAMA?
- Preparation time depends on your draft, the journal’s requirements and the author review needed. A preview lets you inspect proposed changes before deciding to continue.
- Does JAMA have different requirements per manuscript type?
- Yes. Requirements for JAMA vary by manuscript type. Your selection determines which recorded requirements inform the proposed revisions.
- Do I have to redo my references for JAMA?
- Review your citations and bibliography against JAMA’s current guidance. Suggested text changes do not replace checking the accuracy, completeness and style of your references.
Official author guidelines: jamanetwork.com
