How to submit your article?

Before initiating the submission of your article, you need to have a username and password to access the platform. If you don't have these credentials, register by clicking [here]. If you already have a username and password, log in to the system [here].

After logging in, you will be directed to the "Submissions" screen. Click on "New submission" located on the right side of the screen to start the process of uploading your article.

You will be guided through a five-step process. For detailed guidance on these steps, refer to the "Step-by-Step Guide".

Before starting the submission, it is recommended to review the section "How to Prepare Your Article" to ensure the correct presentation of your work.

Important Considerations

  • At any stage, you can interrupt the process and resume it later. To continue an interrupted submission, log in to the system and access your pending submissions. If they are not visible, select "Submissions" from the side menu, click on your first and last name, and the system will take you to the point where the submission was paused. You can modify the information at any step by clicking on the steps above. 
  • Once the submission is complete, you will receive an automatic notification with a link that will allow you to follow the status of the review process.
  • You can delete your submission at any stage. If you decide not to complete the submission of your work, go to "Submissions" in the side menu, click on the triangular icon next to the "Incomplete" label, and select "Delete" from the displayed options.
  • If you have any questions or issues, feel free to contact us at info@ajrpt.com.


Step by Step Guide


Step 1. Start

  • Submission Language: Select the Submission Language of the text. 

  • Section: Choose the section to which the text corresponds (Research Articles, Case Reports, Reviews).

  • Data statement: Indicate the data statement corresponding to your manuscript. In compliance with the provisions of Law 26.899, supported by CONICET, we encourage authors to provide all data, program codes, and other materials associated with the manuscript text during submission or beforehand. The aim is to facilitate the review and evaluation of the manuscript by the scientific community, increase its visibility and impact, improve the quality of articles, and contribute to the preservation and reuse of content, as well as the reproducibility of research. For more information, please refer to the Data Repository and PrePrints section.

  • Submission Requirements: All items must be checked to proceed. If the article does not comply with any of the mentioned aspects, check the options and clarify in the "Comments for the editor" box which aspect is not fulfilled.

  • Comments for the editor: You can enter additional comments you deem necessary or clarify aspects that do not comply with the " Submission Requirements".

  • Copyright statement: Consent is required to proceed. 

  • Privacy Statement: Collection and storage of personal data: The entered data (name and surname, ORCID, email, and institutional affiliation) are essential for the publication and distribution of the submitted works. You must check the option to consent to their collection and storage. According to the Personal Data Protection Law 25326, we ensure that this data will not be used for other purposes. Consent is required to proceed. 

  • Click on "Save and continue".


Step 2. Upload Submission File

  • Upload the "Manuscript" file:

    - In the "Article component" section, select "Manuscript".
    - Click on "Upload file", choose the file on your computer, and press "Continue".
    - In "Metadata", you can edit the title of the file if necessary; otherwise, click "Continue".
    - In "Finish", select "Submit another file" to attach other documents. 

  • Continue uploading mandatory files:

    - Repeat the process to upload mandatory files: "Cover Letter", "Title Page","Ethical Aspects, Conflict of Interest, Originality, and Copyright. Statement". If you haven't downloaded and completed the declaration, download it here.
    - En "Componente del artículo", elija la opción correspondiente.
    - In "Article component", choose the corresponding option.
    - Click on "Upload file", select the file, and press "Continue".
    - In "Review Details", you can edit the title of the file if necessary; otherwise, click "Continue".
    - In "Confirm", select "Add Another File" to attach other documents.

  • Continue uploading additional files (if applicable):

  • - If necessary, repeat the procedure to upload figure files (PNG, TIFF, JPEG) and/or supplementary material files. It is important to note that, when uploading additional files of the same type (e.g., when uploading a second figure), a message will appear asking whether you want to replace or "preserve history". Select "preserve history" to prevent the previously loaded figure from being replaced by the current one.

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  • Finalizar la carga:
    - Once all files are uploaded, click on "Complete”.

This process ensures an organized upload of all necessary documents for evaluation. Please follow these detailed instructions to ensure a correct and complete submission of your article.


Step 3. Enter Metadata 

  • Title: Complete the title in English and Spanish. By entering the title in English, the option to upload the title in Spanish will be activated.

  • Abstract: Complete the abstract in English and Spanish. Like the title, by including the abstract in English, the option to upload the abstract in Spanish will appear.

  • List of Contributors: Click on the triangular icon to the left of the name and surname and click "Edit". Complete the missing information: Contact, Country, ORCID iD, affiliation, and click "Save". Then click "Add Contributors" and fill in the same details for each of the other authors. Arrange the authors in the order they should appear if the manuscript is accepted. Don't forget to indicate which author will be the principal contact for editorial correspondence

  • Keywords: Include 6 terms in both languages: in English and Spanish. To separate each term, press the "Enter" key on the keyboard.

  • References: Include all citations following the format required by AJRPT.

  • After completing metadata entry, click on "Save and continue".


Step 4. Confirmation

If you would like to correct any data before finalizing the submission, you can go through the previous steps and make the necessary corrections. Once all requested items are completed, click "Finish submission".


Step 5. Next Steps

This step informs you that your work has been successfully submitted, that the journal has been notified about your submission, and that you will receive a confirmation email for your records.

If any issues arise in any of the five steps, please contact us at info@ajrpt.com.