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[Report of the editors, 2011]
J García Puig1, G Gaspar Alonso-Vega, J J Ríos Blanco
1Unidad Metabólico-Vascular, Servicio de Medicina Interna, Hospital General, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, España. juangarciapuig@gmail.com
Revista Clinica Espanola
|December 20, 2011
Summary
Revista Clínica Española improved its editorial process, reducing manuscript publication time by 24% in 2011. The journal aims to further enhance its editorial efficiency and international reach in 2012.
Area of Science:
- Medical Journal Editorial Management
- Scientific Publishing Operations
Context:
- This report details the editorial activities and strategic improvements of Revista Clínica Española (Rev Clin Esp) over a 12-month period (November 2010 - October 2011).
- It outlines the journal's performance metrics, process enhancements, and future objectives.
Purpose:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of the journal's editorial performance and strategic initiatives.
- To highlight key achievements in streamlining the publication process and enhancing content accessibility.
- To set forth objectives for continued improvement and expansion in the upcoming year.
Summary:
- The journal processed 422 manuscripts, with an acceptance rate of 26% (16% for originals).
- Significant improvements include a 24% reduction in manuscript-to-publication time (254 days in 2011 vs. 334 days in 2010) and a 67% reviewer response rate within two weeks.
- New initiatives included updating the editorial algorithm, renovating committees, introducing a "monthly e-image" section, and promoting annual prizes.
Impact:
- The streamlined editorial process has led to faster publication times, benefiting authors and readers.
- Enhanced collaboration with working groups has increased published content.
- Future objectives focus on improving the editorial process, translating articles into English, and expanding medical education initiatives.
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