What Is Correspondence?

Correspondence in scientific publishing refers to formal academic communication between:

• Researchers
• Journal editors
• Reviewers
• Scientific readers
• Research groups

The term “Correspondence” may have different meanings depending on the journal:

1. A short scientific publication discussing a research issue
2. Academic communication regarding previously published work
3. Formal communication between authors and journals
4. Short scientific opinions or observations

In many journals, Correspondence articles are short scholarly publications similar to:

• Letters to the Editor
• Scientific comments
• Brief scientific discussions

However, Correspondence is often:

• Slightly broader
• Less critical
• More discussion-oriented