This journal uses ScholarOne Manuscripts (previously Manuscript Central) to peer review manuscript submissions. Please read the guide for ScholarOne authors before making a submission. Complete guidelines for preparing and submitting your manuscript to this journal are provided below.

References. Cite in the text by author and date (Smith, 1983). Prepare reference list in accordance with the APA Publication Manual, 4th ed. Examples:  

Journal: Hecker, M., Volker, U. (2001). General stress response of Bacillus subtilis and other bacteria. Adv. Microb. Physiol. 44:35–91.

Book: Harold, F. (1986). The vital force: A study of bioenergetics. New York: Freeman, pp. 71–110. 

Contribution to a Book: Eggeling, L., Sahm, H., de Graaf, A. A. (1996). Quantifying and directing metabolic flux: Application to amino acid overproduction. In: Scheper, T., (Ed.), Advances in Biochemical Engineering/Biotechnology. Vol. 54(1–30) Berlin, Germany: Springer.

Illustrations. Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:

• 300 dpi or higher
• Sized to fit on journal page
• EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
• Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files

Print + Online Reproduction: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than 4 pages of color.

Tables and Figures. Tables and figures (illustrations) should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet. All original figures should be clearly marked in pencil on the reverse side with the number, author's name, and top edge indicated. 

Proofs. Page proofs are sent to the designated author using Taylor & Francis' EProof system. They must be carefully checked and returned within 48 hours of receipt.

Offprints/Reprints. Each corresponding author will receive a PDF file of the final version of their article. Reprints of individual articles are available for order at the time authors review their proofs. A discount on reprints is available to authors who order before print publication.

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