Graphical and Video Abstracts

Graphical Abstracts

Graphical abstracts summarize the article at a glance and make it accessible to a wider audience through journal websites and social media, potentially increasing views, reads and citations.

Graphical Abstract Template

Graphical abstracts should consist of a single slide, often divided into 2-3 sections to highlight the methods, results and conclusions, or emphasize 2-3 key points. Alternatively, the space can be used to visually summarize the study and present a concise conclusion at the bottom. Templates and examples are provided above. The graphical abstract does not need to describe the whole article; it should just reflect the text abstract, summarize the article and pique interest. Readers interested in more details will refer to the text abstract and full article.

Authors are invited to submit a graphical abstract at the initial submission stage. Authors may also choose to submit one when their manuscript is accepted, or by invitation from the editorial team. Graphical abstracts will be reviewed by the editorial team. The editors may request revisions or may modify the abstract before publication. If it does not meet the Journal’s standards, it may not be published.

Once the manuscript is published online, the graphical abstract will appear alongside the article. The Turkish Journal of Pediatrics may also share it on its social media accounts. Authors are encouraged to share the graphical abstract and link with professionals or groups who might be interested in the publication. Note that the graphical abstract will not appear in the printed journal.

Guidelines for Preparing Graphical Abstracts:

Submit the graphical abstract in a landscape (16:9) PPT or PPTX file format.
Use Arial or Calibri fonts, preferably 16 points or larger (not smaller than 12 points).
Use our template for preparing the graphical abstract. The Journal has designated color and text strips for the top and bottom edges of the graphical abstract. Please do not change them. You may use any compatible color palette within the provided space for your content.
As shown in the template, place the title at the top. If the title is too long, a shorter version can be used, as long as it does not change the meaning significantly. Alternatively, you can use the short running title, if appropriate. Include the first author’s last name (eg. Smith et al.) in the bottom left corner, followed by the DOI link (which will be finalized when the article is accepted). The Journal’s name should appear in the bottom right corner.
Use simple terms that can be understood by all pediatricians, not just specialists well-versed in the topic.
Minimize text. Instead use images such as icons, illustrations, graphs, flowcharts to convey the key points.
Avoid clutter and overly detailed images that may be difficult to interpret in a small format.
Graphical abstracts must be original. If you use image databases that allow free sharing, be sure to follow licensing guidelines. If licensed software is used in to create images, it must be credited according to the software’s instructions.
Authors unfamiliar with creating graphical abstracts are encouraged to explore tools such as Canva, Piktochart, or BioRender.
Do not use copyrighted images or text, or patient photos, especially those revealing identity.
Authors are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary permissions for any third-party materials used in graphical abstracts. Proof of permission must be submitted along with the graphical abstract.
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to create graphical abstracts (eg. image generation, summarizing, layout design), but its use must be disclosed, including the AI tool’s name and manufacturer, and where it was used. The Journal’s position on AI is outlined in the Author Guidelines, and the same principles apply. Authors are responsible for the accuracy and integrity of content generated by AI.

Video Abstracts

Video abstracts accompany published articles and provide a visual interpretation of the text abstract, aimed at attracting more readers. They are an effective way to disseminate scientific findings.

Video Cover Template

Video Presentation Template

Video abstracts can take several formats:

A narrated PowerPoint presentation (with or without an accompanying video of the presenter in the corner). This can be created using various softwares, such as PowerPoint, Zoom etc. A PowerPoint template that can be used for this purpose is available above. Authors using this template are asked to contact the editorial office after their article is accepted to learn their DOI number, which should be added to the title slide.
A live video of one or more authors outlining the study. Based on the discretion of the editors, this may also take the form of an interview or a Q&A between the editor(s) and the author(s), or amongst the authors.
Other formats, such as animation, may also be acceptable. Please contact the editors before preparing these types of videos.

Authors of accepted manuscripts are invited to prepare a video abstract. Every video abstract should be submitted along with a cover image prepared as a landscape (16:9) PPT or PPTX file to be used as a thumbnail for the video. A thumbnail template is provided above.

Regardless of the format, video abstracts should introduce the topic to the viewer, state the aims of the study, briefly explain the methods and key findings, and conclude with a short discussion of the significance and limitations.

Video abstracts are optional. If you would like to prepare one, please follow the instructions outlined in the acceptance letter of your manuscript and contact the editorial office. The editorial team may occasionally invite authors or editors to submit a video abstract. Video abstracts will be evaluated by the editorial team, who may request revisions or decide not to publish the video if it does not meet the Journal’s standards.

Once the manuscript is published online, the video abstract or a link to it will be posted alongside the article. The Journal may also share it on its YouTube channel or social media accounts . Authors are encouraged to share the video with relevant professionals or groups. Both graphical and video abstracts may be submitted for the same article.

Video abstracts previously published can be accessed here.

Guidelines for Preparing Video Abstracts:

Please read about the possible video formats described above. Download the necessary templates if you plan to submit a narrated PowerPoint presentation.
Videos with PowerPoint slides should follow the Graphical Abstracts Guidelines provided above for slide design and layout.
Videos must be in English, regardless of the medium (voiceover, slides etc).
Technical requirements: Videos should be in AVI, MOV or MP4 formats, with a 16:9 aspect ratio (landscape) at least 600 pixels in width. Portrait-oriented videos will not be posted.
The suggested time limit is three minutes. Videos longer than four minutes will be sent back to the authors for revision.
The Journal does not provide video recording or editing services. Recording, editing, revising, and submitting videos are the responsibility of the corresponding author.
As most viewers will not be experts in the field of the article, use simple terms all pediatricians can understand.
Written permission is required from all non-author individuals featured in the video. This includes audio-only contributions as well. Proof of permission must be submitted along with the video abstract.
Watermarks, advertisements, endorsements, and inflammatory remarks are prohibited.
Background music, as well as copyrighted images or audio, must not be included. Authors must have permission for any artwork, photographs, or media not originally part of their article. Authors are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary permissions for any third-party materials, such as figures, videos, or music, used in video abstracts. Proof of permission must be submitted along with the video abstract.
Images or videos that may potentially reveal a patient’s identity (eg. images of the face), or are offensive, sexually-explicit, or in any other way do not comply with the policies of YouTube, Instagram or X must not be used in the video abstract.
Generative AI may be used in creating video abstracts (e.g., script writing, image generation), but its use must be disclosed in the video, including the AI tool's name, manufacturer, and where the tool was used. (eg. An AI-generated image should be labelled as such. Other contribution of AI could be stated in the end credits.) The journal's AI policy outlined in the Author Guidelines applies, and authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of any content generated by AI. AI should not be used to generate author-like presenters.
Authors unfamiliar with creating video abstracts are encouraged to explore tools such as OBS Studio or iMovie.