Can you edit paper after submission?

Because the manuscript may already be under review, changing an already submitted manuscript is normally not possible. You can, however, edit the metadata (for example, add authors).

Can paper be rejected after review?

Authors gather input from collaborators, colleagues, and peer reviewers. Still, evidence suggests that 20% of papers are rejected without review, and approximately 40% of papers are rejected after peer review (see our companion article on time spent in the peer review process).

How long is a paper under review?

On average it takes between 6 and 24 months to get published from the first date of submission. It depends on the the editor of the journal, the ranking of the journal, the reviewers.

What happens if paper gets rejected?

Resubmitting to the Same Journal If the problems cited in the rejection letter refer to steps or results that you have done but, for some reason, were omitted from your paper, you may be able to resubmit your manuscript with the missing methods or data. It is best to check with the journal office first.

Is it possible to change the title of a manuscript at the end?

Many times it is a simple process for administrative person (Editorial Team) to change the title after proper communication. A better suggested title will be useful to attract the readers and hence to increase the possibility of citation. Not recommended and you can get permisson from your editor.

Is it better to not make changes to a research paper?

Nearly always, it’s better to publish the paper that best explains your research, so don’t be afraid to say you won’t make a change if that change won’t clearly improve the paper—as long as you explain clearly and respectfully why you disagree with the reviewer’s suggestion.

Is it possible to change the title of a journal paper?

Thank you in advance. Join ResearchGate to ask questions, get input, and advance your work. It is possible to change the title at the revision stage, but communication with the editor in this case is necessary. Yes. We have done it few times during revision. I have done once with one of my journal paper.

When to decline to make changes suggested by reviewers?

Responding to the suggestions made by reviewers is, therefore, an important part of the peer review process. However, sometimes we might disagree with some of the suggestions made. In this article, we provide some phrases and strategies to use if you decide not to make a suggested change to your research paper.