Journal Details
Communications in Statistics - Simulation and Computation
Published By: Taylor & Francis
Volume Number: 39
Frequency: 6 issues per year
Print ISSN: 0361-0918
Online ISSN: 1532-4141
Instructions for Authors
Aims and Scope: A vehicle for the rapid dissemination of new ideas in all areas of statistics, this journal is devoted to presenting the formulation and discussion of problems as well as their solutions.
Submission. A proper submission that includes a cover letter and a .pdf file should be sent via e-mail, or mail 3 hardcopies to the Editor:
Prof. N. Balakrishnan
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
McMaster University
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4K1 Canada
comstat@univmail.cis.mcmaster.ca
http://www.math.mcmaster.ca/bala/comstat
Prof. N. Balakrishnan
Department of Mathematics & Statistics
McMaster University
1280 Main Street West
Hamilton, Ontario L8S 4K1 Canada
comstat@univmail.cis.mcmaster.ca
http://www.math.mcmaster.ca/bala/comstat
Authors are strongly encouraged to submit manuscripts on disk. The disk should be prepared using MS Word, WordPerfect, or LaTex and should be clearly labeled with the authors' names, file name, and software program. Three hardcopy printouts that exactly match the disk must be supplied. Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher. All parts of the manuscript should be typewritten, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. Number manuscript pages consecutively throughout the paper. Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces. Each article should be summarized in an abstract of not more than 100 words. Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text in the abstract. Further LaTex submission instructions and information on the journal can be found on the Communications in Statitics website: http://www.math.mcmaster.ca/bala/comstat.
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: Kay, R. (1986). A Markov model of analyzing cancer markers and disease states in survival studies. Biometrics 42:855–871.
Journal: Kay, R. (1986). A Markov model of analyzing cancer markers and disease states in survival studies. Biometrics 42:855–871.
Book:
Namboordiri, K., Suchindran, C.M. (1987). Life Table Techniques and Their Applications. New York: Academic Press.Contribution to a Book:
Girardin, V. (2004). On the different extensions of the ergodic theorem of information theory. In: Glaz, J., Gzyl, H., eds. Applied Probability—Recent Advance. Kluwer.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
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Sized to fit on journal page
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EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
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Submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files
Color Reproduction.
Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in color art reproduction. Color art can be purchased for online only reproduction or for print + online reproduction. Color reprints can only be ordered if print + online reproduction costs are paid. Rates for color art reproduction are: Online Only Reproduction: $225 for the first page of color; $100 per page for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than four pages of color. A maximum charge of $525 applies. Print + Online Reproduction: $900 for the first page of color; $450 per page each for the next three pages of color. A custom quote will be provided for articles with more than four pages of color. Art not supplied at a minimum of 300 dpi will not be considered for print.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 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 of an article will receive a PDF file of the article via email. This file is for personal use only and may not be copied and disseminated in any form without prior written permission from Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
Offprints/Reprints. Each corresponding author of an article will receive a PDF file of the article via email. This file is for personal use only and may not be copied and disseminated in any form without prior written permission from Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.
