Journal of Advanced Cytology - Call For Papers

We invite submissions that advance cytology, cellular diagnostics, and molecular characterization across research and clinical settings.

The journal publishes original research, clinical studies, methodological advances, and reviews in cytology and cellular diagnostics.

Open access publication expands the reach of cytology evidence for laboratories, clinicians, and research teams working in diagnostics and translational science.

The editorial process emphasizes methodological rigor, clear imaging documentation, and transparent data reporting.

Submissions that integrate cytology with pathology, molecular genetics, bioinformatics, or clinical informatics are encouraged when they improve diagnostic outcomes.

Describe how interdisciplinary methods strengthen study design, validation, and clinical adoption.

We welcome original research, clinical trials, validation studies, systematic reviews, meta analyses, brief reports, and methodological papers.

Negative or neutral results are welcome when methods are transparent and outcomes are clearly reported.

• Clear description of sample collection and preparation
• Defined cytology scoring criteria and diagnostic thresholds
• Validation of imaging or molecular assays
• Statistical reporting with effect sizes and confidence intervals

Provide data availability statements, repository links, and access conditions for sensitive clinical datasets.

• Include imaging metadata and device specifications
• Provide protocols for staining and specimen processing
• Describe software versions and analytical workflows
• Document quality control checks

Highlight how findings improve diagnostic accuracy, workflow efficiency, or patient outcomes.

Studies that demonstrate clinical translation or implementation impact are prioritized.

Manuscripts should explain clinical implications and how findings improve diagnostic pathways or patient outcomes.

Clear translation statements help laboratories and clinicians apply evidence in day to day practice.

Submissions should present transparent methodology, validated diagnostic criteria, and clear limitations.

• Describe specimen adequacy criteria and exclusion reasons
• Provide interobserver agreement or validation details
• Explain limitations in sample size or study design
• Include reproducibility checks for imaging analyses

• Structured abstract and aligned keywords
• Ethics approvals and consent statements
• Data availability statement with repository details
• Clear figure captions and imaging parameters

Special issues highlight focused cytology themes and provide additional visibility for aligned manuscripts.

Authors can propose special issue topics or respond to calls listed on the journal site.

The editorial office can advise on scope alignment, reporting guidelines, and data availability expectations before submission.

Early communication helps authors present cytology evidence in a form that supports efficient review.

Imaging submissions should include clear metadata on staining, magnification, and acquisition settings.

Provide quality control steps and validation procedures that support diagnostic reliability.

All submissions should include ethics approval details and informed consent statements when applicable.

Disclose funding sources and conflicts of interest to support transparent interpretation.

Studies that address laboratory workflow efficiency, diagnostic equity, or access to cytology services are encouraged.

Describe how findings support broader adoption in diverse clinical settings.

Provide ethics approvals, consent statements, and clear data availability information.

Transparent disclosures protect the integrity of cytology evidence and support clinical trust.

High quality submissions describe laboratory workflows, specimen adequacy, and diagnostic thresholds in detail.

Clear reporting of limitations and reproducibility steps helps reviewers assess clinical applicability.

Include a concise statement of clinical impact to support editorial triage and reviewer matching.

Authors should confirm that specimen handling, staining protocols, and imaging parameters are fully documented before submission.

Well organized files and clear figure labeling reduce review delays and improve interpretability for diagnostic audiences.

• Use consistent terminology for specimen types
• Provide clear abbreviations for stains and markers
• Include all supplemental protocols referenced in the text
• Ensure figures match the described methods and results

Authors can submit through Manuscriptzone or the simple submission form. Both routes receive equal consideration.