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Choose Your Submission Method
We offer two convenient online submission pathways designed to accommodate different research workflows and author preferences. Select the method that best suits your needs for submitting behavioral science research.
ManuscriptZone Portal
Our comprehensive submission platform provides complete manuscript management with real-time tracking, automated workflows, and direct communication with editors and reviewers throughout the peer review process.
- Auto-save functionality prevents data loss
- Guided step-by-step submission workflow
- Real-time manuscript status tracking
- Direct access to reviewer comments and feedback
- Secure document upload and version control
- Automated formatting validation
Quick Submission Form
A streamlined alternative for straightforward manuscript submissions that require minimal administrative overhead. Ideal for authors who prefer a simplified submission experience without account creation.
- No account registration required
- Single-page submission interface
- Fast submission for standard manuscripts
- Direct file upload capability
- Immediate submission confirmation
- Email-based status updates
Article Types We Publish
Memory welcomes diverse contributions to behavioral science research, from empirical investigations of cognitive processes to theoretical frameworks advancing our understanding of memory systems and behavioral mechanisms. Each manuscript type undergoes rigorous peer review by experts in behavioral science and cognitive psychology.
Original Research Articles
Empirical studies investigating memory processes, cognitive mechanisms, behavioral patterns, or psychological phenomena using experimental, observational, or computational methodologies.
Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses
Comprehensive syntheses of existing behavioral science literature, quantitative meta-analyses of cognitive research findings, or critical evaluations of memory research methodologies.
Theoretical & Conceptual Papers
Novel theoretical frameworks for understanding memory systems, cognitive models of behavioral processes, or conceptual advances in psychological theory and methodology.
Methods & Measurement Papers
Development and validation of behavioral assessment tools, cognitive testing protocols, memory measurement instruments, or novel experimental paradigms for psychological research.
Replication Studies
Direct or conceptual replications of influential memory research, cognitive experiments, or behavioral findings that contribute to the cumulative science of psychology.
Brief Reports
Concise communications of preliminary behavioral findings, novel cognitive phenomena, methodological innovations, or time-sensitive memory research discoveries.
Commentaries & Perspectives
Critical discussions of published behavioral research, perspectives on emerging trends in memory science, or debates on theoretical issues in cognitive psychology.
Review Articles
Narrative reviews of specific topics in memory research, cognitive processes, behavioral mechanisms, or psychological phenomena that synthesize current knowledge.
Pre-Submission Checklist
Ensure your behavioral science manuscript meets these essential requirements before submission to expedite the editorial review process:
Peer Review Timeline
Our transparent peer review process ensures rigorous evaluation by behavioral science experts while maintaining efficient timelines. Track your manuscript through each stage from submission to publication.
Manuscript Submission
Submit your behavioral science research through ManuscriptZone or Quick Submission Form. Receive immediate confirmation and manuscript tracking number.
Day 0Editorial Screening
Editor-in-Chief reviews manuscript for scope alignment, methodological soundness, and adherence to behavioral science standards. Plagiarism check performed.
3 daysPeer Review Assignment
Manuscript assigned to 2-3 expert reviewers with specialized knowledge in your research area (memory systems, cognitive processes, behavioral methodology).
5 daysExpert Review Period
Behavioral science reviewers evaluate theoretical contribution, methodological rigor, statistical analysis, and interpretation of cognitive/memory findings.
21 daysEditorial Decision
Editor synthesizes reviewer feedback and makes decision: Accept, Minor Revisions, Major Revisions, or Reject. Detailed feedback provided to authors.
28 daysRevision Submission
Authors revise manuscript addressing reviewer comments, submit point-by-point response letter detailing changes to behavioral methodology or interpretation.
Author timelineRe-review & Acceptance
Revised manuscript reviewed for adequate response to concerns. Upon acceptance, manuscript proceeds to production for copyediting and formatting.
14 daysPublication
Final proofs approved, DOI assigned, manuscript published online with immediate open access. Indexed in and discipline-specific databases.
60 days totalWhy Behavioral Scientists Choose Memory
Join a community of researchers advancing the science of memory, cognition, and behavior through rigorous peer-reviewed publication and open access dissemination.
Expert Peer Review
Manuscripts evaluated by leading behavioral scientists, cognitive psychologists, and memory researchers with specialized expertise in your research domain.
Global Indexing
Published articles Your research gains worldwide visibility through indexing in Google Scholar, connecting it with the global scientific community.
Fast Decisions
Average time to first decision: 21 days. Transparent review process with clear timelines and regular status updates throughout peer review.
Open Access Impact
Immediate worldwide availability upon publication. No paywalls restricting access to your behavioral research findings and cognitive science contributions.
Ethical Standards
Committed to COPE publication ethics, transparent peer review, and rigorous standards. We handle misconduct allegations seriously and fairly.
APC Waivers Available
Financial support options for researchers from low-income countries or without institutional funding. Quality research should not be limited by finances.
Submission Guidelines for Behavioral Science Research
Manuscript Preparation
Prepare your behavioral science manuscript according to these specifications to ensure efficient processing and peer review:
Structure Requirements
- Title: Concise, descriptive title reflecting behavioral research focus (maximum 150 characters)
- Abstract: Structured abstract (250 words) with Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions for empirical studies
- Keywords: 4-6 keywords from behavioral science terminology, cognitive psychology lexicon, or memory research vocabulary
- Introduction: Theoretical background, research questions, hypotheses grounded in behavioral science literature
- Methods: Detailed description of participants, materials, procedures, behavioral measures, statistical analyses
- Results: Clear presentation of findings with appropriate statistical reporting (effect sizes, confidence intervals)
- Discussion: Interpretation of behavioral findings, theoretical implications, limitations, future research directions
- References: APA 7th edition format with DOIs for all available sources
Methodological Reporting
- Sample Size: Justify sample size with power analysis or cite precedent from similar behavioral studies
- Participants: Demographic characteristics, recruitment methods, inclusion/exclusion criteria, informed consent procedures
- Measures: Psychometric properties of behavioral assessments, cognitive tests, or memory measures (reliability, validity)
- Procedure: Step-by-step description enabling replication of experimental paradigm or behavioral protocol
- Analysis: Statistical software, tests performed, corrections for multiple comparisons, handling of missing data
Ethics & Transparency
- Ethics Approval: IRB approval number, institution name, date of approval for human subjects research
- Informed Consent: Description of consent procedures, participant rights, data confidentiality protections
- Data Sharing: Statement on data availability (repository link, upon request, or restrictions with justification)
- Preregistration: Link to preregistered protocol if applicable (OSF, AsPredicted, ClinicalTrials.gov)
- Materials: Availability of experimental stimuli, behavioral tasks, cognitive assessments, or measurement instruments
Figures & Tables
- Quality: High-resolution images (300 DPI minimum), TIFF or EPS format preferred for publication
- Captions: Descriptive captions explaining behavioral data, cognitive measures, or experimental conditions
- Legends: Complete legends defining all symbols, abbreviations, statistical significance indicators
- Color: Ensure figures are interpretable in grayscale; use patterns in addition to color for accessibility
- Permissions: Obtain copyright permissions for any previously published figures or adapted materials
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