Research Article
Research Articles present high-quality, original research findings that are of significant interest to our readers and the research community. This includes original investigations, empirical studies, interface analyses, longitudinal studies, randomized controlled trials, case studies, and qualitative interviews. Submissions must be original work.
- Word Limit: Up to 5000 words (excluding abstract, references, figures, and tables)
- Abstract: 150 words, no references allowed
- Supplementary Material: Allowed
- Peer Review: Double-blind review required. Author information must be removed from the manuscript and included in the cover letter.
- References: No limit on the number of references
Research Reports
Research Reports provide concise summaries of conclusions derived from existing data analyses, focusing on revealing exciting truths and facts uncovered through scientific methods. The analysis process should be transparent enough to allow replication by other researchers. This content type emphasizes empirical evidence over theoretical derivations.
- Word Limit: Up to 3500 words (excluding abstract, references, figures, and tables)
- Abstract: 150 words, no references allowed
- Supplementary Material: Allowed
- Peer Review: Double-blind review required. Author information must be removed from the manuscript and included in the cover letter.
- References: Limited to 35 references
Reproducibility Reports
Reproducibility Reports are dedicated to testing the robustness and reusability of previously published code supporting findings in Synergy or other journals. These reports should follow a specific format, including the content reproduced, methods, data, measurements, results, and conclusions. Detailed requirements can be referenced from related articles.
Review
Reviews are authoritative, balanced, and scholarly surveys of recent developments within a research field. They may include bibliometric analyses and meta-analyses. Authors can present appropriate viewpoints but must maintain balance and objectivity, especially when addressing controversies. Reviews should encompass the majority of research in the field, avoiding bias towards specific schools of thought or the authors' own work.
- Word Limit: 5000-20,000 words
- Illustrations: Strongly recommended to include ample figures and tables
- References: Typically no limit, but generally recommended to include over 150 references, with sufficient recent (3-5 years) sources
- Peer Review: Double-blind review required. Author information must be removed from the manuscript and included in the cover letter.
Correspondence
Correspondence serves as a channel for brief communication with the editors, typically used to share research findings, discuss existing studies, pose questions, or provide feedback. Common uses include responding to published articles, reporting preliminary findings, or highlighting data interpretation issues.
- Word Limit: Up to 500 words
- Figures and Tables: Maximum of 2
- References: Up to 10
- Peer Review: Possible
Perspective
Perspectives provide a platform for authors to discuss models and ideas from a personal viewpoint. Unlike reviews, Perspectives offer forward-looking and individual insights intended to stimulate discussion and guide academic discourse.
- Word Limit: 3000-5000 words
- Illustrations: Strongly recommended to include figures and tables
- References: No strict limit, but maintaining at least 100 references is advisable
- Peer Review: Double-blind review required. Author information must be removed from the manuscript and included in the cover letter.
News & Views
News & Views articles introduce readers to the latest advancements in behavioral research, such as recent publications or reports from scientific conferences. These pieces may relate to articles published in Synergy or focus on significant developments elsewhere. While typically invitation-only, unsolicited submissions are also considered.
- Peer Review: Not peer-reviewed
Consensus Statement
Consensus Statements are comprehensive analyses aimed at professionals in fields such as medicine and law. These manuscripts typically result from consensus meetings or expert panels and address topics like diseases, therapies, interventions, policies, or regulations to improve healthcare and judicial systems.
- Word Limit: 3500 words
- References: 50-75 references
- Figures and Tables: Up to 5
- Peer Review: May require peer review
