Dr. Gregory Lewis named next editor-in-chief of Journal of Animal Science

March 4, 2013 - Gregory Lewis, PhD, has been selected as the next editor-in-chief of the Journal of Animal Science. Lewis, a research leader for the USDA Agricultural Research Service, will begin his term this July.

Lewis will return to the position after serving as Journal of Animal Science editor-in-chief from 1996 to 1999. Lewis said he applied for a second term because he enjoys the publication process.

“One thing I enjoyed the most was reading all the new science and new data,” said Lewis.

Lewis said the Journal of Animal Science is unique because of its international focus. Researchers can pick up the journal and learn about animals and production systems around the world.

“Plus, it has such a long history and such a great reputation,” Lewis said.

Lewis also has advice for scientists hoping to submit manuscripts to the Journal of Animal Science. He said scientists should be clear and descriptive when they write about their work. Clear writing will help journal editors understand the significance of the research.

“If something isn’t written clearly, it is hard to understand what the scientist is trying to say,” said Lewis. “I think clear writing is the key to making manuscripts flow through the system.”

A term as editor-in-chief typically lasts three years. Lewis will take the position this July, after his June retirement from USDA-ARS.

“I’m really looking forward to starting,” Lewis said.

The Journal of Animal Science (JAS) is the premier journal for new knowledge in animal science. JAS publishes more than 400 fully reviewed research articles, invited reviews, technical notes and letters to the editor each year. The American Society of Animal Science publishes the JAS. Visit JAS at journalofanimalscience.org.

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