Data Archiving Permissions
JNMB supports open science by encouraging authors to archive datasets, code, and molecular resources in trusted repositories. Clear data availability statements improve reproducibility and accelerate reuse across molecular biology, genomics, and biotechnology.
Our Archiving Expectations
FAIR data principles
Repository deposition
Accession numbers
Code availability
Metadata completeness
Reuse permissions
Recommended Repositories
Deposit sequence data in GenBank or ENA, transcriptomics in GEO, proteomics in PRIDE, and structures in PDB. Provide accession identifiers in the manuscript and link to any supplementary data packages.
For high throughput datasets, include raw and processed files along with pipeline documentation.
JNMB encourages pre submission deposition to avoid delays after acceptance.
Sensitive Data Handling
For controlled access data or clinical samples, explain restrictions and provide a pathway for qualified access. Deidentify samples and follow local regulations for biospecimens.
Clearly describe any embargoes and the process for access requests.
Include information about ethics approvals and data use agreements when relevant.
Data Availability Statements
Include a clear statement describing where data and code are hosted, how they can be accessed, and any restrictions. Use persistent links and versioned repositories to preserve integrity.
Statements should be consistent across manuscript, supplementary files, and cover letter.
For multi repository datasets, list all accession numbers and indicate data types in each repository.
Code And Workflow Sharing
Share analysis pipelines, scripts, and parameter files. Transparent workflows allow other laboratories to validate findings and build on your methods.
If proprietary tools are used, provide detailed workflow descriptions and versions to support reproducibility.
Containerized workflows or notebooks are encouraged for complex analyses.
Material Availability
Where feasible, deposit plasmids, cell lines, or reagents in established repositories and provide catalog numbers. This improves reproducibility and supports future experimental validation.
If materials cannot be shared, explain the limitations and offer reasonable alternatives.
Material availability statements should be explicit about transfer restrictions.
Compliance And Oversight
JNMB may request verification of deposition prior to acceptance. Failure to provide accession numbers can delay publication.
We encourage authors to plan data archiving early in the research workflow to avoid delays.
Editors may request additional metadata if datasets are incomplete or unclear.
Long Term Preservation
JNMB selects repositories with strong preservation policies to ensure data remain accessible over time. Persistent identifiers and stable URLs support citation and reuse.
Authors should avoid personal storage or temporary links that may expire.
Stable archiving helps ensure reproducibility years after publication.
Reuse And Licensing
When possible, apply open licenses to datasets and code to enable reuse. Ensure licenses align with institutional policies and funder requirements.
Clear licensing supports downstream research, education, and industry application.
Licenses should be stated in the data availability statement and repository metadata.
Data Citation
Cite datasets in the reference list using repository DOIs or accession numbers. Data citation improves recognition for data creators and supports reuse tracking.
Use standardized data citation formats when available.
Embargo Options
When data are under embargo, provide a justification and a release date. JNMB supports embargoes when necessary for patent or regulatory reasons.
Embargoes should be as short as possible and clearly stated for readers.
Examples Of Trusted Platforms
Sample statement: Data are deposited in GEO under accession GSEXXXXX. Analysis scripts are available on Zenodo with DOI XXXXX. Controlled access data can be requested from the corresponding author.
Data Management Planning
Plan data deposition early to avoid delays during production. Collect accession numbers as datasets are finalized so they can be included in the manuscript.
For collaborative projects, confirm which team member is responsible for repository uploads and metadata accuracy.
Data Quality
Ensure that deposited data include complete metadata, sample descriptions, and processing steps. Poor metadata reduces reuse and can lead to revision requests.
JNMB encourages use of community standards for metadata formatting and controlled vocabularies.
Data Review Prior To Acceptance
Editors may verify that datasets are accessible and match the manuscript description. Incomplete or missing deposits can delay acceptance.
Ensure repository links are public and not restricted at the time of final checks.
Repository Metadata
Complete metadata improves indexing and reuse. Include sample descriptions, experimental conditions, and processing notes in repository records.
Well curated metadata supports downstream meta analysis and integration.
