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Submission Instructions
Recent Publications
Frequently Asked Questions
Research Topics
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Epigenomes is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal on epigenetics and epigenomics, published quarterly online by MDPI. The Epigenetics Society is affiliated with the journal and its members receive discounts on article processing charges.
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Subject
Genetics & Heredity
Impact Factor
3.5
Quartile
Q2
Open Access Type
Open
eISSN
2075-4655
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
CHF 1600 APC for accepted papers, plus local VAT or sales tax if applicable.
Submission Instructions
Epigenomes accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Article
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required for submission. The cover letter must explain the significance of the paper, justify its fit with the journal, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required for Article manuscripts. The abstract should be around 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Background/Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Article manuscripts should follow the IMRAD structure and include Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and optional Conclusions. The manuscript must include three to ten keywords and a Data Availability Statement, and any use of AI tools must be disclosed in the Methods section or another suitable part of the manuscript.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance, listed individually at the end of the manuscript, and include the full title.
Figures & Tables
Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title or caption.
Review
Cover Letter
A cover letter must be included with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance and fit with the journal's scope and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and agree to its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required as part of the front matter for Review manuscripts. The abstract must be no longer than 200 words. The abstract should follow a structured IMRAD-style format without using headings. No abstract headings are required because the abstract should be structured without headings.
Manuscript
Review manuscripts must include front matter with Title, Author list, Affiliations, Abstract, and Keywords, a logically organized literature review with specific sections and optional subsections, and back matter with Author Contributions, Acknowledgments, Conflicts of Interest, and References. Three to ten keywords must be included after the abstract, and any use of AI tools must be disclosed in the Methods section or another suitable part of the manuscript if no Methods section is available.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance in the text and listed individually at the end of the manuscript.
Figures & Tables
Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. All figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and include a short explanatory title and caption.
Scoping Review
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance, place the findings in the context of existing work, explain fit with the journal's scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must be no longer than 200 words. Abstract should follow a structured IMRAD-style format without headings.
Manuscript
Scoping Review manuscripts are submitted as Review manuscripts and should follow a structure similar to that of a review. The manuscript must include three to ten keywords and a statement in the Methods section that the review followed PRISMA guidelines, with registration information included if available.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end of the manuscript with full titles.
Figures & Tables
Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order, each must have a short explanatory caption, and the PRISMA flow diagram should be included in the main text.
Systematic Review
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance and fit to the journal scope and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and agree to its submission.
Abstract
A structured abstract is required for Systematic Review manuscripts. The abstract should be around 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Background/Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Manuscript
Systematic Review manuscripts should use the same structure as research articles and include a clearly detailed Methods section describing how literature was chosen for inclusion. The manuscript must include three to ten keywords after the abstract and must document any use of AI tools in the Methods section or another suitable section if no Methods section is available.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance, listed individually at the end of the manuscript, and cited in square brackets before punctuation.
Figures & Tables
Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title and caption.
Brief Report
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance, place the findings in the context of existing work, explain fit with the journal's scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and agree to its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words. Abstract should follow a structured IMRAD-style format without headings.
Manuscript
Brief Reports should use a structure similar to that of an Article and must include a detailed Materials and Methods section to ensure reproducibility. Manuscript must include an abstract, 3 to 10 keywords, and disclosure of any AI tool use in the Methods section or another suitable part of the manuscript.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end of the manuscript with full titles.
Figures & Tables
Brief Reports usually contain two figures and/or one table. Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. Figures and tables must be numbered in order, include explanatory captions, and tables must be editable rather than supplied as images.
Case Report
Cover Letter
A cover letter must be included with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance and fit to the journal's scope and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. The abstract must not exceed 200 words. The abstract should follow an IMRAD-based structured style without using headings.
Manuscript
Case Reports should include Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Detailed Case Description, Discussion, and Conclusions. The manuscript must include 3 to 10 keywords after the abstract, and any use of AI tools must be disclosed in the Methods section or another suitable part of the manuscript if no Methods section is available.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end of the manuscript with full titles.
Figures & Tables
Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and include a short explanatory title and caption.
Communication
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance, place the findings in the context of existing work, explain fit with the journal's scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 200 words. Abstract should follow a structured style based on the IMRAD structure without using headings.
Manuscript
Communication should use a structure similar to that of an Article. Manuscript must include keywords and the required sections Author Information, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials & Methods, Results, Conclusions, Figures and Tables with Captions, Funding Information, Author Contributions, and Conflicts of Interest, and any use of AI tools must be disclosed in the Methods section or another suitable part of the manuscript.
References
References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end of the manuscript with full titles.
Figures & Tables
Figures, schemes, and tables must be inserted into the main text close to their first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and include a short explanatory title or caption, and tables must be editable rather than supplied as images.
Recent Publications
The Role of Epigenetics in Corneal Fibrosis
Julia T. Coelho, Ella J. Dewald, Syeda R. Ali, Moira L. Geary, Mithun Santra, Gary H. F. Yam
10.3390/epigenomes10020040
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Dual Functionality of miRNAs During HIV Infection: From Viral Genome Suppression to Immune Response Modulation
Anna M. Timofeeva, Kseniya S. Aulova, Georgy A. Nevinsky
10.3390/epigenomes10020039
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5mC and 6mA DNA Methylation in the Fungal Kingdom: From Genome Defense to Epigenetic Regulation
Daniil P. Malyshev, Vasiliy V. Belov, Elizaveta S. Gromova, Andrey A. Eremin, Maria I. Zvereva, Alexander V. Sergeev
10.3390/epigenomes10020037
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Nuclear Transfer Perturbs Genomic Balance
Eryk Andreas, Justin C. St John
10.3390/epigenomes10020038
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Longitudinal Analysis of Peripheral MicroRNA Expression and Depressive Symptom Severity Change in a Community Cohort
Jan Dahrendorff, Chengqi Wang, Agaz Wani, Zachary Graham, Allison E. Aiello, Annie Qu, Derek E. Wildman, Monica Uddin
10.3390/epigenomes10020035
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Publication time metrics are reported for submission to first decision and acceptance to publication.
Reformat to Epigenomes using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A cover letter must be included with each manuscript submission. It should briefly explain the significance of the paper, place the findings in context, explain fit with the journal scope, acknowledge any prior submissions to MDPI journals, and include statements confirming the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere and that all authors approved the submission.
Reformat to Epigenomes using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
Article processing charge: CHF 1600 for papers accepted after peer review, plus local VAT or sales tax if applicable.
Reformat to Epigenomes using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Epigenetics and DNA Methylation
RNA modifications and cancer
Genomics and Chromatin Dynamics
Cancer-related gene regulation
Histone Deacetylase Inhibitors Research
Plant Molecular Biology Research
Genetics and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Cancer-related molecular mechanisms research
RNA Research and Splicing
Genetic Syndromes and Imprinting
MicroRNA in disease regulation
Cancer Genomics and Diagnostics
Birth, Development, and Health
Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
Chromosomal and Genetic Variations
Health, Environment, Cognitive Aging
DNA Repair Mechanisms
CRISPR and Genetic Engineering
Circular RNAs in diseases
Protein Degradation and Inhibitors
Genetic and Clinical Aspects of Sex Determination and Chromosomal Abnormalities
Reproductive Biology and Fertility
Plant Gene Expression Analysis
Plant nutrient uptake and metabolism
Genetic Mapping and Diversity in Plants and Animals