The first-paper-package deal is a special service designed to encourage and help PhD candidates in the very beginning of their scientific career. It is designed for PhD candidates formally registered with a university, who are submitting their first original research article (not a review) that is meant to be part of their future doctoral thesis.
At AOGS we especially value the development of the next generation of researchers and clinical academics. In order to facilitate the first submission to eventually become a published paper, we have developed a specific first-paper-package deal which ensures a prioritized review process. The submitted manuscript is guaranteed to receive an external peer-review. Additionally, the manuscript will also undergo in-house review by an editorial board member. All this is designed to improve the paper to its very best and thus increasing its quality and impact, thereby aiding the future PhD defense. However, it should not be seen as a guarantee for ultimately having your manuscript published in AOGS, as we will still judge the manuscript based on the same criteria as all other submissions.
Please apply for this status during the submission of the manuscript. Request it in the Cover Letter accompanying your manuscript and upload a confirmation letter (as part of the cover letter) from your supervisor confirming your registration as a PhD student.
