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The following checklist is a guide for authors preparing manuscripts for submission to TSO:

Content Guidance

  • Ensure the manuscript clearly addresses occupation and translational science
    • Translational science aspires to translate research findings to practical health applications that benefit patients and communities. It entails trans-disciplinary collaboration to speed the development and implementation of novel therapies, diagnostic tools, and disease preventive measures to enhance health outcomes and reduce disease burden.
    • The knowledge translation takeaway section should describe planned or current actionable steps and strategies used to translate knowledge to practice.
  • Describe how knowledge users were included or consulted
    • Knowledge users include those involved in the project and those who will benefit from project results.
  • Write a single paragraph plain language summary (PLS) of no more than 150 words
    • The PLS paragraph includes short sentences describing research in reader-friendly language.
    • Include the PLS as a separate paragraph along with the abstract in the abstract box in the online submission form.
  • Disclose in the manuscript the use of AI and AI-assisted technologies. Do not list AI and AI-assisted technologies as an author or co-author. Do not use Generative AI or AI-assisted tools to create or alter images in submitted manuscripts.

Style Guidance

  • Use the 7th edition of the American Psychological Association publication manual to format text and references with the following exceptions:
    • Follow current APA guidance on use of Generative AI
    • Use 11-point Calibri font
    • Single-space the text; double space between paragraphs
    • Embed tables and figures in the text
  • Ensure the manuscript is fully accessible. For example, add alternative text to images, use high contrast in images with color, indicate heading levels, and repeat header rows in tables. Use the “check accessibility” feature of your word processing software for specific guidance.
  • Write in active voice
  • Use gender neutral pronouns according to SAGER guidelines
  • Refer to the Types of Submissions for details regarding word count, number of tables/figures, and suggested headings
  • Add line numbers to the manuscript for peer review
  • Submit the manuscript as a single Microsoft Word document or Rich Text Format file
  • Remove information that would identify the author(s)
  • Include a link in the manuscript to the original data repository (where possible)
  • Submit additional (supplemental) files after the manuscript is submitted

Note: Manuscripts are published as they are submitted (limited copy editing).