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pnas-track

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Use to choose the PNAS submission track — Direct Submission (standard, editor-assigned, peer reviewed) vs Contributed Submission (an NAS member communicates their own paper). Covers eligibility, the editor/member role, the discontinued and legacy tracks, and how to pick. Unique to PNAS.

When to use

• Choosing PNAS submission track
• Selecting Direct Submission
• Selecting Contributed Submission
• Checking NAS member eligibility
• Verifying legacy track availability
• Determining editor assignment

When not to use

• Writing the manuscript
• Submitting the manuscript
• Selecting reviewers for Direct Submission
• Planning around discontinued Communicated track

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