Primary Research
Short communications report focused findings with condensed structure for rapid dissemination.
Short communications report focused findings with condensed structure for rapid dissemination.
When to select this type
Choose Short Communication for important results that fit a condensed format.
Typical audience
Researchers seeking timely findings.
Recommended use cases
Purpose
Share significant but concise results without full article length.
Scope
Brief original research reports.
Typical structure
Required sections
Recommended sections
Figures
1–3 figures.
Tables
0–2 tables.
References
10–25 references.
Supplementary material
Extended data if needed.
Required metadata
Required declarations
Funding requirements
Declare funding.
Conflict of interest
Standard disclosure.
Ethics requirements
If human or animal research.
Consent requirements
If human data included.
Data availability
Brief statement acceptable.
AI disclosure
Disclose AI use.
Copyright
Authors retain copyright.
Licensing
Author selected.
Export formats supported
Improve transparency in observational epidemiological research.
Typical journal expectations
Strict word limits, complete but concise IMRaD.
Typical peer review process
Accelerated peer review.
Journal compatibility notes
Brief report sections of research journals.
Submission readiness checklist
Select Short Communication when your manuscript matches the scope, structure, and reporting expectations described on this page. If your work fits a different scholarly format, review similar publication types before submitting.
Contact the editorial team before payment if you need to change publication type. After editorial screening begins, type changes require editorial approval and may restart parts of the review process.
Reporting guidelines listed as recommended should be followed when applicable to your study design. Editorial reviewers assess completeness against the expectations for your selected publication type.
Platform standards for ethical research publication.
Transparent, ethical, and accountable AI use across research and publishing.
Transparency, independence, and responsible disclosure across research and publishing.