mSystems publishes Open Access articles in all areas of microbial research that use high-throughput and systems approaches. Our commitment to transparency and reproducibility mSystems will launch an open peer review workflow (see reverse) pilot. Our goal is to support researchers who wish to offer more transparency to their work as authors and reviewers to advance rigorous, reproducible scientific research and communication. How mSystems open peer review works • Author can choose open peer review at submission • Reviewers can choose to remain anonymous • Peer review reports are published with the final article Why submit to mSystems Join over 1 million ASM authors who also review to reach a global audience. 90% of papers published in ASM journals are cited within 2 years. Benefit from quick decisions, rapid publication, and high-quality editorial and review processes. Any format is acceptable for submission. LaTex manuscripts are supported with a custom template on Overleaf. Why review for mSystems • Be recognized for your work through our partnership with Publons • Support rigorous research from your scientific community and peers 400+ reviewers from 32 countries 18.63 Days: Editorial Review of submission/Reviewers Assigned 15.65 Days: Reviewer Assigned to Review Complete 3.87 Days: Review Complete to Editorial Decision New Pilot! Open Peer Review We find the best reviewers, fast. Look for updates at msystems.asm.org “We are delighted to be offering open peer review as an option for authors submitting to mSystems ® . This pilot continues our commitment to openness and transparency for rigorous scientific communications.” —Jack Gilbert, Editor in Chief ® September 2019