Scope
MethodsX is a multidisciplinary, open access, peer-reviewed journal, which publishes detailed but digestible articles that describe methodological advances. It contributes to open science and improves reproducibility by making methods, protocols, reviews and the associated research more discoverable; opening doors for collaboration; and sparking new lines of inquiry to enhance the research cycle.
In support of the FAIR Data Principles, which state that research data should be Findable, Accessible, Interoperable and Reusable, MethodsX aims to make your methods and protocols:
Discoverable – We will make your article easy to find and download, giving readers easy access to both your method or protocol and your original research article.
Citable – Receive recognition for the work you've done with a peer-reviewed article with a distinct DOI. Drive traffic to and from your MethodsX article and original research with linking and references. Reproducible and reusable – Promote reproducibility by openly sharing methods or protocols that strengthen the reliability, transparency, validity, and rigor of results and help your peers save valuable time, resources, and funding. Trustworthy – Earn the respect of your peers with method articles reviewed by experts.
The journal welcomes high-quality submissions describing methodological advances from all subject areas, including customizations to established methods and protocols. Articles should be written using one of the provided templates and include evidence of the efficiency of the method or protocol and/or comparison with pre-existing practices. Submissions undergo thorough peer-review to check for suitability and quality.