Instructions for EvoDevo authors

EvoDevo publishes articles on a broad range of topics associated with the translation of genotype to phenotype in a phylogenetic context. Understanding the history of life, the evolution of novelty and the generation of form, whether through embryogenesis, budding, or regeneration are amongst the greatest challenges in biology. We support the understanding of these processes through the many complementary approaches that characterize the field of evo-devo.

The focus of the journal is on research that promotes understanding of the pattern and process of morphological evolution.

All articles that fulfill this aim will be welcome, in particular:

•  evolution of pattern formation
•  comparative gene function/expression
•  life history evolution
•  homology and character evolution
•  comparative genomics
•  phylogenetics and palaeontology

Each article type published by EvoDevo follows a specific format, as detailed in the corresponding instructions for authors; please choose an article type from the list on the left to view the instructions for authors.

The instructions for authors include information about preparing a manuscript for submission to EvoDevo, criteria for publication and the online submission process. Other relevant information about the journal's policies, the refereeing process and so on can be found in 'About EvoDevo'.

EvoDevo publishes

• Research
• Commentary
• Database
• Hypothesis
• Review
• Short report

Authors and referees are asked to declare any competing interests.

Copyright rests with the authors. For more information on copyright of articles, see our publisher's copyright and license policy.