CMI CMI Publication & Editorial Standards

Question 1

Which color model is required for print publication of medical illustrations in journals?

Accepted Answer

CMYK

Answer

Print publications require CMYK color mode because offset printing uses cyan, magenta, yellow, and black inks rather than light-based RGB.

Question 2

According to AMI professional guidelines, which copyright principle applies when an illustrator creates work for a client under contract?

Accepted Answer

Work-for-hire transfers copyright to the employer

Answer

Work-for-hire agreements transfer copyright to the commissioning party, making the client the legal author for copyright purposes.

Question 3

What minimum image resolution is generally required for high-quality print reproduction in medical journals?

Accepted Answer

300 dpi

Answer

Medical journals require a minimum of 300 dpi at final print size for continuous-tone images to ensure sharp, publication-quality reproduction.

Question 4

Which file format preserves vector paths and is preferred for scalable medical diagrams submitted to publishers?

Accepted Answer

EPS or SVG

Answer

EPS and SVG are vector formats that preserve paths and scale without pixel degradation, making them ideal for line-based medical diagrams.

Question 5

In journal figure legends, what information must accompany a histological image according to standard editorial policy?

Accepted Answer

Stain type, magnification, and scale bar

Answer

Histological figure legends must specify the staining method, objective magnification, and a calibrated scale bar so readers can interpret tissue dimensions.

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CMI CMI Publication & Editorial Standards