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Nature and Science of Sleep

Nature and Science of Sleep is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal covering all aspects of sleep science and sleep medicine, including the neurophysiology and functions of sleep, the genetics of sleep, sleep and society, biological rhythms, dreaming, sleep disorders and therapy, and strategies to optimize healthy sleep.

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Subject Clinical Neurology, Neurosciences
Impact Factor 3.4
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Open
ISSN 1179-1608
eISSN 1179-1608
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Standard article publishing charge (APC); plus VAT or other local taxes where applicable. Discounts and waivers may be available for selected countries, and open access agreements or memberships may reduce or cover the APC.

Submission Instructions

Nature and Science of Sleep accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Reviews

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Reviews commonly have an unstructured abstract.
Manuscript Major sections of the manuscript should each have a heading. Manuscripts must acknowledge the use of AI.
References References must follow American Medical Association (AMA) style. References must be cited sequentially with superscript Arabic numerals and listed numerically in citation order, with journal names abbreviated per PubMed and author names given in full for six or fewer authors or as the first three followed by "et al." for more than six authors.
Figures & Tables Figures must be submitted separate from the manuscript, while tables may be provided within the manuscript or as separate files. Tables must be submitted in an editable format rather than as images.
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Invited Reviews

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be unstructured and presented in one paragraph.
Manuscript Manuscript should use major section headings. Manuscript must acknowledge the use of AI where applicable, and include 3–6 keywords that do not repeat words in the title.
References References must follow American Medical Association (AMA) style. References must be cited sequentially as superscript Arabic numerals, listed numerically in citation order, use PubMed journal abbreviations, list all authors if there are six or fewer, list the first three followed by "et al." if there are more than six, and for Invited Reviews should be relevant, fair, balanced, and not biased toward a particular research group, organization, or journal.
Figures & Tables Figures must be submitted separate from the manuscript, while tables may be provided within the manuscript or as separate files. Tables must be editable rather than images, and figure and table legends must include the required numbering and explanatory information.
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Original Research Papers

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript Manuscript typically includes Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion sections. Clinical trial reports must include the clinical trial number and registration date in the manuscript, usually in the abstract and methods sections.
References References must follow American Medical Association (AMA) style. References must be cited sequentially by superscript Arabic numerals and listed numerically in the order of citation, with journal names abbreviated according to PubMed and author listing of all authors if six or fewer or the first three followed by et al. if more than six.
Figures & Tables Figures must be submitted separate from the manuscript, while tables may be provided within the manuscript or as separate files. Figures must not be pasted into the manuscript, and tables must be provided in editable format rather than as images.
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Meta-Analyses

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be unstructured and presented in one paragraph.
Manuscript Manuscript should use major section headings. Manuscript must include 3–6 keywords and any use of AI must be acknowledged.
References References must follow American Medical Association (AMA) style. References must be cited sequentially with superscript Arabic numerals and listed numerically in citation order, with journal names abbreviated according to PubMed and author listing as all authors for six or fewer or the first three followed by et al. for more than six.
Figures & Tables Figures must be submitted separately from the manuscript, while tables may be included in the manuscript or submitted as separate files. Figures must not be pasted into the manuscript and tables must not be submitted as images.
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Case Reports

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be unstructured and presented in one paragraph.
Manuscript Manuscript should include headings for each major section. Manuscript must include 3–6 keywords, and any use of AI must be acknowledged in the paper.
References References must follow American Medical Association (AMA) style. References must be cited sequentially as superscript Arabic numerals and listed numerically in the order of citation, with PubMed journal abbreviations and all authors listed for six or fewer authors or the first three followed by "et al." for more than six authors.
Figures & Tables Figures must be submitted separate from the manuscript, while tables may be included in the manuscript or uploaded separately. Tables must be editable rather than images, and the manuscript must not contain pasted figures.
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Recent Publications

Development and Validation of a Nomogram Incorporating Platelet Distribution Width and the Triglyceride-Glucose Index for Predicting Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Liyong Shi, Lianshun Lin, Tanwei Liu, Xiali Wang, Jing Cheng, Miaoxiang Chen, Qidong Chen, Fanbin Zhong, Linlin Chen, Xiaoyang Chen

10.2147/nss.s607552
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Cyclic Alternating Pattern and Sleep Microstructure in Parkinson’s Disease: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Jiajun Jiang, Yi Huang, Min Wang, Zixuan Zeng, Jing Li

10.2147/nss.s606091
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Mental Health, Sleep, and Physical Activity Among Young Saudi Women During Ramadan: A Comparative Cohort Study

Karthick Balasubramanian, Ramya Sanjeevi, Mohammed Alshehri, Shaima Alothman

10.2147/nss.s583610
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Prolonged Prescription Rates of Z-Hypnotics Among Individuals with Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain and Insomnia: The HUNT Study

Nora Rian, Eivind Skarpsno, Anne Lovise Nordstoga, Karoline Moe, Bjarne Austad, Turid Follestad, Melanie Simpson, Lene Aasdahl

10.2147/nss.s592651
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Mandibular Advancement for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Efficacy and the Trade-off of Expiratory Velopharyngeal Obstruction During Sleep Endoscopy – An Exploratory Observational Study

Shih-Chieh Lo, Ying-Shuo Hsu, Yun-Hsuan Lin, Yu-En Kuo, Tien-Yu Chen, Cheryl Yang

10.2147/nss.s598380
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Speed metrics are median figures for the previous six months and include submission to first decision, submission to first post-review decision, and acceptance to online publication. F1000Research publishes submitted articles online in a fully citable format in 14 days.

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Is a cover letter required?

A point-by-point covering letter is required when submitting a revised manuscript after peer review.

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What are the publication costs?

Standard article publishing charge (APC); plus VAT or other local taxes where applicable. Discounts and waivers may be available, and some institutions or funders may cover or reduce the APC through open access agreements or memberships.

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Research Topics

Sleep and related disorders Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research Sleep and Wakefulness Research Sleep and Work-Related Fatigue Neuroscience of respiration and sleep Restless Legs Syndrome Research Circadian rhythm and melatonin EEG and Brain-Computer Interfaces Cardiovascular and Diving-Related Complications Cardiovascular Disease and Adiposity Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments COVID-19 and Mental Health Genetic Associations and Epidemiology Acupuncture Treatment Research Studies Gut microbiota and health Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Intensive Care Unit Cognitive Disorders Non-Invasive Vital Sign Monitoring Heart Rate Variability and Autonomic Control Dysphagia Assessment and Management Workplace Health and Well-being Long-Term Effects of COVID-19 Mental Health Research Topics Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Dietary Effects on Health

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