What The EMBO Journal specifies
The figures below follow your selected manuscript type. Review proposed changes and verify the final manuscript against the official author guidance.
- Research Article 11 rules, including: abstract word limit (175 words), Title length (100 characters), figure limit (10 figures).
Read from The EMBO Journal's own author guidelines. Journals revise these - verify with the journal before you submit.
Preparing a submission for The EMBO Journal
Scraiber has 26 requirements on file for The EMBO Journal, covering areas such as length, references, structure and submission policies. The journal’s official guidance remains the reference for your submission.
Select The EMBO Journal and your manuscript type, then upload your draft to preview proposed text changes. Review the suggestions before applying them.
Retargeting a manuscript to The EMBO Journal 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 The EMBO Journal
Recorded manuscript types for The EMBO Journal: Comment, Correspondence, News & Views, Opinion, Perspective, Research Article, Review. 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 The EMBO Journal’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 The EMBO Journal?
- Select your manuscript type to see the recorded length figures for The EMBO Journal. Check the official guidance for exclusions, recommendations and any updated limits.
- How do I check my manuscript against the The EMBO Journal guidelines?
- Choose your manuscript type and follow the preview button to upload a .docx for The EMBO Journal. Review the proposed changes and the price before deciding whether to unlock the full rewrite.
- What are the submission requirements for The EMBO Journal?
- Scraiber has 26 requirements on file for The EMBO Journal. Choose your manuscript type to see recorded limits and consult the linked official guidance for the current submission requirements.
- Which citation style does The EMBO Journal use?
- Consult The EMBO Journal’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 The EMBO Journal?
- Upload your draft and select The EMBO Journal 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 The EMBO Journal?
- Select The EMBO Journal 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 The EMBO Journal?
- 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 The EMBO Journal have different requirements per manuscript type?
- Yes. Requirements for The EMBO Journal vary by manuscript type. Your selection determines which recorded requirements inform the proposed revisions.
- Do I have to redo my references for The EMBO Journal?
- Review your citations and bibliography against The EMBO Journal’s current guidance. Suggested text changes do not replace checking the accuracy, completeness and style of your references.
Official author guidelines: link.springer.com, embopress.org
