What are the general FSP requirements for peer-reviewed journal submission? [048]

Peer-reviewed journal submissions require a minimum of two peer reviews, similar to all other USGS scientific information products released for outside publication. Other USGS reviews in addition to peer reviews may be required (refer to SM 502.4, section 4). One of two approaches can be considered for obtaining these peer reviews as described in SM 502.3, section 3.H.(2) and in FAQ 050. Regardless of the approach used, Bureau approval occurs after peer review reconciliation and before the reconciled manuscript is returned to the journal for possible acceptance. Authors are encouraged to view the FSP training module on the requirements and best practices to follow for obtaining Bureau approval to publish in journals. The training module also provides information about OMB peer-review requirements for journal manuscripts. The training module also provides information about OMB peer-review and Bureau approval requirements for journal submissions that contain influential information.