Author Guidelines
Our Author Guidelines provide a comprehensive framework for preparing and submitting manuscripts. Covering journal‑specific requirements, supporting authors in presenting clear and well‑structured research contributions.
Journal Specific Instructions
Publications
Diabetes aktuell regularly publishes brief overviews and CME articles on selected key topics.
The authors address highly topical issues currently being discussed within the professional community—such as new therapeutic approaches, research findings, changes in professional policy, and much more. The individual brief overviews concisely summarize the state-of-the-art medical knowledge on the relevant topic, with a focus on timeliness and practical relevance.
Guidelines for Feature Articles
- Manuscript length: The manuscript should not exceed approximately 20,000–24,000 characters (including spaces).
- Abstract: 600–1,000 characters, including spaces
- Conclusion: Please include a conclusion at the end of your article (max. 500 characters, including spaces)
- Bibliography: Arranged chronologically according to their appearance in the text and numbered consecutively.
For all further information, please refer to the general author guidelines: Continuing Education Articles
Guidelines for CME Articles
For all relevant information on writing a CME article, please refer to the author guidelines: CME Educational Articles
Manuscript Submission
Please submit your manuscript by email to: diabetes-aktuell@thieme.de
Thieme Policies
This section summarizes the Thieme-wide standards and guidelines. They provide a consistent framework, ensure uniform quality, and support clear, aligned workflows across the organization.