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Recent Publications
Frequently Asked Questions
Research Topics
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The Lancet HIV is a medical journal covering HIV research, policy, and clinical care.
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Subject
Immunology, Infectious Diseases
Impact Factor
13
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Hybrid
ISSN
2352-3018
eISSN
2352-3018
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
Manuscript submission is free; open access publication is available with an article processing charge (APC).
Submission Instructions
The Lancet HIV accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Original Article
Cover Letter
Cover letter is required and must be uploaded during online submission. Detailed responses to reviewers’ comments must be provided in a cover letter with revised submissions.
Abstract
Abstract (semistructured Summary) is required and must not exceed 300 words. Summary must have five paragraphs: Background, Methods, Findings, Interpretation, and Funding.
Manuscript
Main text limit is 3500 words (4500 for randomised controlled trial articles). A Research in context panel is required, and a data sharing statement must appear at the end of the manuscript.
References
Maximum 30 references. Vancouver style: cite sequentially as superscript numbers after punctuation; list all authors if ≤6, or first 3 then et al if ≥7.
Figures & Tables
Maximum 5 figures/tables/panels. Tables must be supplied as editable Word files (separate from main text), and figures must be supplied as editable files; clinical images must not use blackout bars for anonymisation.
Review Article
Cover Letter
Cover letter is required and must be uploaded at the “Enter Comments” stage of online submission. Revised submissions must include responses to reviewers’ comments in the cover letter.
Abstract
A 150-word unstructured summary is required.
Manuscript
Review Articles must be no more than 4500 words. Must include a “Search strategy and selection criteria” section.
References
Maximum 75 references. Vancouver style: cite sequentially as superscript numbers; list all authors if ≤6, or first 3 then “et al” if ≥7.
Figures & Tables
Up to six illustrations or tables are allowed. Figures and tables must be uploaded with the submission.
Editorial
Cover Letter
Covering letter is required and must be uploaded during online submission (Enter Comments stage).
Abstract
Abstract requirement is not specified. Abstract word limit and structure are not specified.
Manuscript
No manuscript word/page limit is specified. Title page must include brief title, author details/affiliations/addresses, and corresponding author contact information.
References
No maximum reference count is indicated. References must use Vancouver superscript numbering in citation order; list all authors if ≤6, or first 3 then et al if ≥7.
Figures & Tables
Figures are required; no maximum figure/table count is indicated. Tables must be supplied as a separate editable Word document; figures must be ≥300 dpi and at least 107 mm wide.
Letter to the Editor
Cover Letter
Cover letter is required and must be uploaded at the “Enter Comments” stage of online submission. Revised submissions must include detailed responses to reviewers’ comments in the cover letter.
Abstract
Abstract requirement is not specified. Abstract word limit and structure are not specified.
Manuscript
Letters for print publication must be ≤250 words and received within 4 weeks of the original item’s online publication; general-interest letters may be up to 400 words. Maximum of five authors is permitted.
References
Maximum of five references. References must use Vancouver numbering, cited sequentially as superscript numbers after punctuation; list all authors if ≤6, or first three plus et al if ≥7.
Figures & Tables
Maximum of one table or one figure. If figures are annotated, provide two separate files (annotated and non-annotated editable), and supply multi-part figures as individual parts plus a combined version.
Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Cover Letter
Covering letter is required and must be uploaded at the “Enter Comments” stage of online submission. Revised submissions must include detailed responses to reviewers’ comments in the covering letter.
Abstract
Structured Summary is required, maximum 300 words. Summary must contain no references.
Manuscript
Main text must be 3500 words (systematic reviews/meta-analyses). Manuscript must be structured as Summary, Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion.
References
References must aim for 75, comprising included studies plus up to 30 others. Vancouver style: cite sequentially as superscript numbers; list all authors if ≤6, or first three then “et al” if ≥7.
Figures & Tables
Study-selection flow chart and a table of study characteristics are required. Figures must be supplied in editable formats (eg, Word/PowerPoint or .eps/.pdf).
Recent Publications
Occupational HIV monitoring should match standard of care
Matthew Kneale
10.1016/s2352-3018(26)00200-6
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Will the new UN political declaration deliver?
The Lancet HIV
10.1016/s2352-3018(26)00205-5
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Epidemiology and management of HIV-2
Serge Paul Eholié, Charlotte Charpentier, Zelica Diallo, Oumarou I Wone Adama, David da Silva Té, Diane Descamps, Didier Koumavi Ekouevi
10.1016/s2352-3018(26)00170-0
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Taking HIV outreach from the streets to the apps in Morocco
Roger Pebody
10.1016/s2352-3018(26)00221-3
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Fast-track original research Articles are peer-reviewed within 3–5 days and, if accepted, published within 10 weeks from submission.
Reformat to The Lancet HIV using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A covering letter should be uploaded during online submission at the “Enter Comments” stage.
Reformat to The Lancet HIV using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
Manuscript submission is free; open access publication is available with an article processing charge (APC).
Reformat to The Lancet HIV using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
HIV Research and Treatment
HIV/AIDS drug development and treatment
HIV-related health complications and treatments
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
Sex work and related issues
HIV/AIDS Impact and Responses
Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment
Global Maternal and Child Health
Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
LGBTQ Health, Identity, and Policy
Hepatitis C virus research
Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
Viral-associated cancers and disorders
Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare
Migration, Health and Trauma
COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
Hepatitis B Virus Studies
African Sexualities and LGBTQ+ Issues
Vaccine Coverage and Hesitancy
Syphilis Diagnosis and Treatment
Pharmacological Effects and Toxicity Studies
Cervical Cancer and HPV Research
COVID-19 Impact on Reproduction
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