The Physical Review journals are published by the American Physical Society (APS). As society publications, the journals strive to meet the needs and represent the values of a diverse and global research community. The Physical Review editors develop and maintain their policies and practices in consultation with scientists from around the world to ensure the journals uphold the highest standards for quality, integrity, and scientific excellence.
The editorial policies and practices described below apply to all journals published by APS. Authors, referees, editors, and Editorial Board members are expected to comply with these policies.
Information about a journal’s editorial criteria, article types, or submission guidelines is available on each journal’s Information for Authors page. Questions and comments should be directed to APS Help.