Welcome to the help page for JAMS authors. Here you can find assistance regarding specific aspects of JAMS and responses to common questions. If you can't find what you are looking for, please contact your publisher for assistance.
FAQs
I've submitted my paper, how can I track or access it?
Where can I resubmit my article after proofreading or revision?
I've uploaded the wrong version of my manuscript.
Where can I find submission instructions and other details of the journal I want to submit to?
How do I find out if my paper needs revisions?
Either click the 'Submit Manuscript' menu item on the left hand side or the 'Submit' button in the top right corner. These will take you to the submission page, which has four steps: First, fill in details about your paper; second, add your author information; third, upload the relevant files; fourth, confirm and send to the journal editors.
We recommend carefully reading the instructions for authors prior to submission. This will help to avoid any misunderstandings and delays in processing your paper after submission.
I've submitted my paper, how can I track or access it?
On the left hand side of this page is a menu item 'Display Submitted Manuscripts'. Click this and then the magnifying glass to the right of the manuscript ID you want to check. This will take you to a page with basic information about the submitted paper, including the current status. You will also find links to take action on your manuscripts where necessary.
Where can I resubmit my article after proofreading or revision?
If you need to resubmit your manuscript, either during revisions or proofreading, you will have received an email with a link to the upload page. Alternatively, go to Display Submitted Manuscripts and click on the blue circular arrow next to the relevant manuscript. If neither of these options work, contact the editorial office. If may be that the status of your manuscript has changed and that you do not need to upload a new version at the present time.
I've uploaded the wrong version of my manuscript.
If you want to provide a new version of your paper at a point when you have not been asked to revise it, please directly email the journal editorial office with the new version and the reason it needs updating.
Where can I find submission instructions and other details of the journal I want to submit to?
The JAMS platform hosts several journals from different publishers. Visit the publisher website and select the journal you are submitting to for further information.
How do I find out if my paper needs revisions?
You can check the status of your paper at all times by clicking on the Display Submitted Manuscripts page. If your manuscript requires action, a light blue circular arrow will appear next to it.
If you have submitted the wrong manuscript, please contact the editorial office by email. Click on it to proceed to look into peer review feedback and see revision requirements.
