Instructions for Authors
Comprehensive guidelines for preparing and submitting your anatomical research to IJHA.
Your Roadmap to Publication
This guide covers everything you need to know to prepare a high-quality submission for the International Journal of Human Anatomy. Following these instructions will expedite the review process.
IJHA publishes the following manuscript categories:
| Category | Word Limit | Abstract | Figures/Tables | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Original Research | 3,000-6,000 | 300 words (structured) | Up to 10 | Up to 50 |
| Review Article | 4,000-8,000 | 300 words (structured) | Up to 12 | Up to 100 |
| Case Report | 1,500-3,000 | 200 words (unstructured) | Up to 6 | Up to 25 |
| Technical Note | 1,000-2,000 | 150 words (unstructured) | Up to 4 | Up to 15 |
Original research articles should follow this structured format:
- Title Page: Title, authors, affiliations, corresponding author contact, word count, keywords
- Abstract: Structured with Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusions sections
- Introduction: Background, rationale, and objectives of the study
- Materials and Methods: Specimen sources, dissection techniques, imaging protocols
- Results: Findings presented with supporting anatomical data
- Discussion: Interpretation, comparison with literature, clinical significance
- Conclusions: Key findings and implications
- References: Vancouver style formatting
Text Formatting
- Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) format
- Double-spaced, 12-point font
- Continuous line numbering
- Standard margins (1 inch all sides)
- No embedded figures in text
Figure Requirements
- Minimum 300 DPI resolution
- TIFF, JPEG, or PNG formats
- Clear anatomical labels and legends
- Scale bars where appropriate
- Permission for cadaveric images
All anatomical research must comply with ethical standards:
Cadaveric Studies
Studies using human cadavers must have institutional approval and comply with body donation program protocols. Include approval statements in the Methods section.
Imaging Studies
Studies involving living subjects require IRB/Ethics Committee approval. Include approval number and informed consent statements.
Anatomical Terminology
Use Terminologia Anatomica (TA) for all anatomical terms. Include traditional terms in parentheses where helpful for clarity.
Image Ethics
All cadaveric images must be appropriately anonymized. Facial features should be obscured or cropped unless essential to the study and consent was obtained.
References should be numbered consecutively in the order they appear in the text:
- Journal Article: Smith AB, Jones CD. Variations of the brachial plexus. Int J Human Anat. 2025;15(3):245-250.
- Book Chapter: Johnson PR. Upper limb anatomy. In: Green M, ed. Clinical Anatomy. 3rd ed. New York: Academic Press; 2024:125-142.
- Prepare: Format your manuscript according to these guidelines
- Register: Create an account on ManuscriptZone submission portal
- Upload: Submit your manuscript, figures, and supplementary materials
- Review: Your submission undergoes double-blind peer review (4-6 weeks)
- Revise: Address reviewer feedback if revision is requested
- Accept: Pay the APC after your manuscript is accepted
- Publish: Your article goes live within 2 weeks of payment
Ready to Submit?
Your anatomical research can advance the field.
