About the Center 

The Center for Science Communication at Vanderbilt aims both to help authors of basic biomedical research publish better papers in better journals and to help potential editors gain experience and improve their skills. The Center offers:

• Manuscript studios-- Authors meet with a chosen panel of Vanderbilt experts to improve a near-finished manuscript for publication in a high-impact journal, and to develop a publishing strategy.

• One-on-one consulting - advice on manuscripts, cover letters, interpreting editorial decisions, and appeals

• Workshops and lectures-- Dr. Siegel shares her expertise as a journal editor through formal lectures and interactive workshops.

• Help to potential editors-- The Center offers guidance to faculty who have or seek editorial appointments and offers internships and training opportunities to students and fellows interested in science communication.

 

Vivian Siegel, PhD
Director
Research Professor of Medicine and Cell and Developmental Biology
Editor-in-Chief, Disease Models and Mechanisms
Executive Editor, Journal of the American Society of Nephrology