The Journal of Medical Genetics publishes original research and reviews relevant to medical genetics. It also acts as a forum for discussion, debate, and information exchange through its letters to the Editor column and notices. The journal particularly encourages submissions on the molecular basis of human disease, human cancer genetics, the clinical manifestations of genetic disorders, applications of molecular genetics to medical practice, and the systematic evaluation of such applications, The journal attempts to handle the review process and publication as expeditiously as possible. The review process is usually completed within 6 weeks, but can take longer in some instances.
Accelerated publication is available where warranted by scientific urgency and importance.
Submissions are accepted only on the understanding that they have not been and will not be published elsewhere, and are subject to editorial revision. A total of four copies of articles and letters should be supplied, together with three copies of any tables or figures. The pages should he numbered. Abbreviations must be defined. Each author should sign the covering letter as evidence of consent to publication.