Submissions

What Can Be Submitted to NOVEL?

The Neuro-Ophthalmology Virtual Education Library (NOVEL) always welcomes new submissions from educators, clinicians and researchers in the field of neuro-ophthalmology.

Examples of materials submitted to NOVEL include:

  • Lectures
  • Videos
  • Case Reports
  • PowerPoint Presentations
  • Imaging
  • Demonstrations

General Information for Authors

  • All submissions to NOVEL will be peer-reviewed by the NANOS-NOVEL Editorial Board
  • If your submission is accepted for publication in the NOVEL library, you will receive a formal acceptance letter, signed by the Chair of the Editorial Board
  • Authors are encouraged to cite accepted NOVEL Submissions on their Curriculum Vitae.

Copyright, Licensing, and Personal Health Information

Copyright

  • Authors who submit to NOVEL retain the original copyright to the works submitted
  • Authors may transfer copyright, in writing, to the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society if desired

Licensing

Personal Health Information

  • Authors must follow any applicable rules and regulations pertaining to protected health information as it applies to their institutions or local laws and regulations
  • Authors are solely responsible for obtaining patient permission if personal health information (PHI) is present in a submission
  • Authors are solely responsible for retaining roof of patient permission for any submissions made to NOVEL

Submission Accessibility Requirements

As of April 24, 2027, all submissions to NOVEL will be required to meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1.

Images

Alt Text

Provide detailed descriptions for all visual and auditory content using alternative text. This allows assistive technologies, including screen readers, keyboard navigation software, and braille displays, to accurately interpret and present the information to users with varying disabilities.

Text

Color Contrast

Improve the readability and accessibility of your content by using strong color contrast between foreground elements (like text) and background elements. This benefits everyone, especially users with visual impairments.

Headings

Use headings (H1, H2, etc.) to structure your content and make it easier to scan. Ensure headings are used in a logical order.

Clear Language

Use clear and simple language that is easy to understand. Avoid jargon and technical terms when possible and always spell out acronyms when first mentioned.

Multimedia

Captions

Provide captions for all videos with audio.

Transcripts

Offer text transcripts for audio content.

Other Content

Page Structure

Use a consistent and predictable page layout to help users understand and navigate your site.

Tables

Use proper table markup to make tables accessible to screen readers.

Further Resources for Making Submissions Accessible

  • Making Word Documents Accessible
  • Making PowerPoint Presentations Accessible
  • Making PDF Files Accessible

Instructions for Submissions

NOVEL is using Manuscript Manager for submissions and peer-review. First-time authors are encouraged to review the following instructions:

  1. First-time users must create a user account in the system
  2. Click on “Create a New User Account” link on https://novel.manuscriptmanager.net
  3. After logging into the system, select the “Author” role
  4. Select “Start a New Submission”
  5. Follow the instructions and prompts on the submission form

Once a submission has been submitted, the item(s) will enter the peer-review queue. You will receive email notifications and prompts as your submission is peer-reviewed for rejection, revision, or acceptance. Please look out for these messages as further action may be required on your part!

Resources for Submissions

Test Your Knowledge PowerPoint Template

Submit your Materials

Start your submission to NOVEL

Need assistance?

Questions? Feel free to send a message to: novel-submissions@lists.utah.edu