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Need Writing and Publishing Assistance? The NIH Library Can Help!

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Need Writing and Publishing Assistance? The NIH Library Can Help!

The NIH Library is offering a series of classes to support your writing and publishing process, from the initial stages of writing through completing a manuscript for publication. Learn more about each of the classes and register through the links below:

Writing and Publishing Services from the NIH Library

  • Editing Service: get free, light and medium manuscript editing, suggestions for responding to peer review comments, and more. Get started by submitting an Editing Request
  • Plagiarism Checking Service: identify missed citations or paraphrased wording that is too similar to a published source with an iThenticate report. Free and confidential for requesters who are the first, last, or corresponding author of NIH or HHS work-related, unpublished manuscripts.
  • Journal Selection Consultation: consult with our experts on selecting the most appropriate journal for your manuscript based on your audience, type of article and research, and available open access options. 

Writing and Publishing Resources from the NIH Library

  • Cabells Journalytics Medicine: discover new publications, evaluate journal quality, and make informed decisions about publishing.
  • EndNote: download EndNote for free from the NIH Library and use it to manage the references in your manuscript.
  • Journal Citation Reports: find a journal’s impact factor or identify alternative journals for your manuscript submission.
  • AMA Manual of Style: ensure your manuscript follows the styles established to support the medical and scientific publishing community.
  • Associated Press (AP) Stylebook: access the style manual used primarily for writing NIH web content, fact sheets, brochures, newsletters, and other promotional materials.
  • Chicago Manual of Style: use the style manual employed by those working in literature, history, and the arts.
  • NIH Style Guide: refer to the style guide developed by NIH for NIH staff.

Contact us to let us know how we can help with your writing, publishing, or research needs. 

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