Article Transfers: A Primer for Editors
Karger offers article transfers to assist authors whose manuscripts may not be suitable for the journal to which they were initially submitted. This service enables authors to easily transfer their work to a more suitable Karger journal, streamlining continued evaluation and saving time.

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Benefits of article transfers at Karger include:
- Time-saving: Authors can avoid the hassle of reformatting and resubmitting their manuscripts from scratch.
- Preserved Reviews: Transferring previous peer reviews allows authors to benefit from constructive feedback without starting over, thereby reducing reviewer burden by ensuring that the efforts of prior reviewers are not wasted.
- Faster decision times: Article transfers can speed up the overall peer review process by saving time and effort for both, authors and editors compared to outright rejection and re-submission.
As an Editor, you play a crucial role in implementing our article transfers service effectively. To support you, we have created comprehensive guidance which provides step-by-step information on the article transfer process and its benefits for your journal, authors, and the academic community.
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