Medical Update/LOI Research Question

[Question]

Hi, thank you so much, in advance, for your help! I recently had a journal accept a manuscript for publication (wooo!). Feels like a big update, this is my first publication!

I'm curious, though, if I should provide more information about the journal (other than the name of the journal itself) in my "In Press" citation? For example, should I indicate that it is a high-impact journal or any other info that may impact how this update is viewed? Or, should I just simply state the name of the journal?

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[GoSpursGo]

Hi, thank you so much, in advance, for your help! I recently had a journal accept a manuscript for publication (wooo!). Feels like a big update, this is my first publication!

I'm curious, though, if I should provide more information about the journal (other than the name of the journal itself) in my "In Press" citation? For example, should I indicate that it is a high-impact journal or any other info that may impact how this update is viewed? Or, should I just simply state the name of the journal?

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No, the journal name is sufficient. If they care they can look information like impact factor up.

If you’re going to send an update, I always recommend short and sweet. Be direct and make it clear what you’re trying to say.

 

[AlteredScale]

Agree with above. Remember these program directors are VERY busy and the shorter the email, the more likely they will read it in full. Just let them know you were a co-author on a manuscript that was just accepted.

 

[TheBoneDoctah]

The shorter the better and do not elaborate on the journal. The name is fine.