NIH Manuscript Submission (NIHMS) System Getting a New Look!

Posted by Alan Carr on December 17th, 2014 Posted in: Announcements, Communications Tools, Non-NLM Resources

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In January, 2015, the NIH Manuscript Submission (NIHMS) system will be getting a new interface design, which will streamline the login and manuscript submission processes and provide relevant help information on each screen. The NIHMS sign-in routes will be available from the homepage, with options based on a funding agency or signing in through NCBI. The new homepage will also include a graphic overview of the NIHMS process, allowing you to hover over each step for more information or to click on “Learn More” to read the complete overview in the FAQ. Once you are signed in to NIHMS, you will be directed to your Manuscript List. From this page you can manage and track your existing submissions, submit a new manuscript, and search for a record. You can also click on any headings in the information box to expand a topic and read the help text. The initial deposit will still require you to enter a manuscript and journal title, deposit complete manuscript files, and specify funding information and the embargo.

Key updates will include:

• Assigning an NIHMSID to a record only after files have been uploaded, i.e., at the Check Files step;
• A streamlined deposit process with clearly defined and explained actions in each step;
• Requiring the Submitter to open the PDF Receipt to review the uploaded files and confirm that the submission is complete before advancing to the next step;
• Relevant help information on each page; and
• Requiring the Reviewer to add funding before approving the initial deposit.