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Authoritative reviews synthesizing molecular and cellular mechanisms
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Impact factor
90.2
Acceptance
~5-10% (highly selective, mostly invited)
First decision
~60-90 days median
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What Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology editors screen for
The signals Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology rewards before the first reviewer
The readiness scan checks your manuscript against these first.
Authoritative synthesis of major field or mechanism
Reviews should comprehensively cover field, synthesize current understanding, identify key unsolved questions and future directions. Only for established experts.
Critical evaluation of competing models and mechanisms
Weigh evidence for different mechanisms, discuss limitations of current understanding, identify areas of uncertainty.
Integration of diverse findings into coherent framework
Connect molecular mechanisms to cellular phenotypes and organismal outcomes. Show how molecular biology explains cell biology.
Common Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology rejection patterns
Named failure modes the scan looks for
These are patterns Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology editors flag in initial triage. The free preview surfaces when your manuscript shows them.
Unsolicited review without being recognized field leader
NRMCB is invitation-only de facto. Unsolicited papers from non-established authors face rejection. Contact editor before submitting.
Literature catalog without critical synthesis
Reviews should synthesize, evaluate, integrate. Not exhaustive lists but insightful interpretation.
Incomplete coverage of field or ignoring competing models
Authoritative reviews address major mechanisms and competing interpretations. Omitting important work is critical flaw.
Common questions about Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology submissions
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