Kidney News: Information for Authors
Most articles in ASN Kidney News are regular features or invited by the Editorial Board and are typically written in a colloquial style. They are often brief (300-500 words with a visual element and references) and may include author commentary and opinion on a topic. Invited articles are subject to editorial review. Please email kidneynews@asn-online.org to submit an idea or topic for consideration.
To submit, log in with your ORCID ID. If you do not have one, you can create one for free at https://orcid.org/register.
Submission Checklist
- Required information
- Article type (see Article Types)
- Article submission prepared as a Microsoft Word document, including the article title, article text, and references (see References)
- Author name(s), email address(es), and affiliation(s)
- Conflicts of interest disclosure(s) for all authors (see Disclosures)
- Copyright form(s) completed by all authors (see Copyright Transfer Agreement)
- Optional information
- Supplementary Files (See Visual Abstracts, Figures, Tables, and Photos)
- Brief abstract/Key points (1-3 sentences or points describing the key message of the article. This information will not be published but may be used to promote the article if published.)
- Additional author details, including social media handles and brief bios
Article Formatting and Preparation
Article Length
300-500 words, unless otherwise specified. Titles, subheadings, disclosures, and references are not included in this count.
References
Authors are encouraged to include up to 10 references which should be provided at the end of the article. In-text citations should be included parenthetically. Within reason, self-citations are acceptable. Kidney News will format references during production.
Visual Abstracts, Figures, Tables, and Photos
Authors are encouraged to submit visual abstracts, figures, or tables to visually enhance the article.
- Graphics should follow Kidney News brand guidelines.
- Graphics or icons must be legible and accessible.
- Fonts must be at least 9 points.
- Figures and tables should include descriptive titles, legends, or captions.
- Figures and tables should be cited within the article text.
Tables can be included within the article submission or in a separate Microsoft Word file. Tables will be formatted during production.
Figures should be uploaded at submission as a separate editable PPT, JPG, PNG, or PDF file. A PPT file is preferable and may be requested for copyediting. Authors who create their own figures should refer to the Kidney News brand guidelines.
Visual Abstracts should be uploaded at submission as a separate editable PPT, JPG, PNG, or PDF file. Authors who create their own visual abstracts should refer to the Kidney News Visual Abstract Template.
Upon editor request, the Kidney News editorial team will create a visual abstract for original articles and will forward it to the corresponding author for review and concurrence. Authors are asked to respond by the provided deadline; otherwise, Kidney News will publish the visual abstract as is.
Photos must be at least 6.5 inches wide and high-resolution at 300 dpi (dots per inch). Headshots must be 3x4" at 300 dpi. If the author is not the photo owner, permission to reprint the photo must be obtained by the author. For photos with people, captions must be provided with individuals' names, affiliations, and orientation within the photo. Permission must be obtained by the author from all individuals pictured.
Submitting Your Article
Kidney News uses the Kriyadocs system for submission and review of articles. If you have been invited to submit on a specific topic and are ready to submit, please follow the link provided in your invitation. If you are submitting an article for consideration outside of an invitation, please submit here.
ORCID
ASN requires the submitting author to register for and use an ORCID (Open Researcher and Contributor ID), a persistent digital identifier that distinguishes each researcher from others with similar names. Authors can register directly during the article submission process. Additional information is available at the ORCID website.
Editorial and Peer Review
Article submissions will be reviewed by Kidney News staff, Editors, and/or Editorial Board members and may require revisions, with some exceptions such as the Creative Cortex article type. Articles may be sent out for external review if deemed necessary by the Editors. Kidney News generally employs an open peer review model, where the identities of authors, editors, and reviewers are known.
Accepted Article
Accepted articles will be copyedited according to Kidney News style, and a proof will be made available for author approval. Authors will be notified by email when the proof is ready for review. Only minor corrections are permitted during the proof review phase.
Article Types
Basic Article: This is the primary article type published in the magazine, presenting expert commentary or perspective on a single scientific, medical, or clinical advancement and/or topic.
Special Section: These are invited series of Basic Articles related to one overarching topic, published continuously within the same issue.
Feature: Invited by ASN staff or editors, these are in-depth, compelling news stories focused on a specific topic or event, offering background information, analysis, and interviews.
Fellows First: Coordinated by the Kidney News Editorial Fellows, this type of Basic Article features fellows' perspectives on scientific, medical, or clinical advances or topics that directly affect fellows, such as training, education, and workforce issues.
Creative Cortex: This article type explores the creative side of nephrology and the kidney community through kidney-related artwork. Submissions must be original, unpublished visual or written art, including but not limited to digital imagery, illustrations, paintings, prints, sculptures, drawings, photographs, musical lyrics, or poetry. To learn more about this article type and submit, see Call for Artwork.
Letter to the Editor: Readers can respond to an article published in Kidney News or express opinions about a specific topic. Letters to the Editor may invite a response or rebuttal from the original author(s), one or both of which might be published.
Correction: A brief correction, clarification, or addition to previously published content in Kidney News. A Correction may or may not require updating the original content.
In Memoriam: This is a succinct column honoring the life and legacy of a prominent figure in the nephrology community. In Memoriam articles are subject to the ASN In Memoriam Policy.
Kidney News also features other invited article types, including ASN Executive Vice President's Updates, ASN President's Updates, Detective Nephron (a semi-regular column written by the Editor-in-Chief), Findings (brief summaries of recently published studies or trials), Policy Updates, and Kidney Week (pertaining to Kidney Week awards or sessions). Although these are typically invited by the Editorial Office and written by ASN staff or professional writers, idea suggestions are welcome and can be submitted by contacting kidneynews@asn-online.org.
Kidney News does not publish original research or case studies.
Editorial Policies
Authorship
Kidney News has adopted the authorship criteria recommended by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). Authorship credit is based on:
- Substantial contributions to conception and design, or acquisition of data, or analysis and interpretation of data;
- Drafting the article or revising it critically for important intellectual content;
- Final approval of the version to be published; and
- Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work pre- and post-publication.
Corresponding Author: A single corresponding author will be identified in the online submission form and will serve as the primary correspondent, on behalf of all coauthors, with the editorial office during the submission and review process. The corresponding author is responsible for ensuring that the Author Details and Relevant Conflicts of Interest sections are complete. If the manuscript is accepted, the corresponding author will review the proof.
Artificial Intelligence (AI): Based on the above ICMJE criteria for authorship, AI tools, such as ChatGPT, do not qualify for authorship. Kidney News adheres to the ASN Journal Portfolio artificial intelligence policies, available at: AI Policies.
Acknowledgments: Kidney News has adopted the following policy from the Annals of Internal Medicine: "When used, professional writing assistance must be acknowledged. If those assisting with the writing do not meet criteria for authorship, their contributions should be noted in the acknowledgments."
Elected Leaders: While Kidney News or ASN do not explicitly prohibit elected leaders of ASN or related societies from authoring Kidney News articles related to their professional roles, such authors are expected to disclose any relationships that could be perceived as conflicts of interest. See Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest.
Copyright Transfer
ASN requires each author to complete a Copyright Transfer Agreement at submission.
Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest
Kidney News publishes relevant disclosures with the article. Upon submission, authors will be asked to indicate any relevant conflicts of interest pertaining to the article, including outside honoraria or consultancy arrangements. If yes, a disclosure statement will be requested and added during production. If none are disclosed, the following statement will be added during production: "The author reports no conflicts of interest."
Ethical Issues
Kidney News adheres to the ASN Journal Portfolio's policies regarding ethical issues pertaining scientific misconduct, authorship, artificial intelligence (AI), image forensics, and plagiarism.
Permission Requests
To reuse a figure, table, or other component published in a Kidney News article, please email kidneynews@asn-online.org.
Advertising Policies
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To maintain the editorial rigor and standards of Kidney News, all advertisements are independent from editorial decisions. Editorial content is not compromised by commercial or financial interests, or by any specific arrangements with advertising clients or sponsors.
Advertisements, advertorials, and sponsored content must be distinguishable from editorial content. Sponsored supplements or advertorial content must be clearly indicated on each page. Authors of sponsored content or advertorials cannot be current Kidney News editors or members of the editorial board.