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Going digital: image preparation for biomedical publishing
M P Schenk1, R J Manning, M H Paalman
1Department of Medical Illustration at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson 39216-4505, USA. mschenk@lrc.umsmed.edu
The Anatomical Record
|September 1, 1999
Summary
Authors must prepare digital images for publication by scanning at proper resolution. This ensures high-quality print and online visuals, giving authors greater control over the final appearance.
Area of Science:
- Scientific Publishing
- Digital Imaging
- Manuscript Preparation
Background:
- Authors increasingly responsible for preparing figures for digital publication.
- Ensuring high-quality visuals for both print and online journals is crucial.
- Digital image preparation requires specific technical knowledge.
Purpose of the Study:
- To educate authors on the importance of digital image preparation.
- To guide authors in creating accurate electronic representations of original images.
- To empower authors with control over image presentation in publications.
Main Methods:
- Scanning figures at appropriate resolutions.
- Utilizing suitable digital scanner hardware and software.
- Following equipment instruction manuals closely for optimal use.
Main Results:
- Achieving accurate electronic images that faithfully represent originals.
- Enabling high-quality print reproduction and rapid electronic distribution.
- Authors gain enhanced control over the final visual output.
Conclusions:
- Authors need to master digital image preparation techniques.
- Proper scanning resolution, scanner type, and software are critical.
- This skill enhances publication quality and author control over image presentation.