The journal Relaciones. Estudios de Historia y Sociedad publishes original, previously unpublished, peer-reviewed (double blind) studies in History, the Social Sciences and the Humanities, including articles, essays and analyses of important historical documents, as well as book reviews, that contribute to enhancing our understanding of Mexico and its realities in both historical and contemporary contexts. Opening windows for comparison, Relaciones examines topics concerning Mesoamerica, New Spain and Mexico in relation to the rest of the Americas, Europe and other areas of the world. The journal maintains two key axes, one theoretical-methodological, the other thematic. The first seeks to nourish the multidisciplinary connections that allow us to comprehend complex social and historical processes from diverse perspectives; the second underscores the relation between political and cultural traditions or modernities in multiple, interwoven domains that form part of the process of the social formation of universes both past and present. Relaciones is published for a broad academic audience that includes researchers, professors, students and all those interested in the Social and Human Sciences and related disciplines.

Norms for authors

1.- Originality of studies:
All texts submitted must be products of original, unpublished research. To encourage authors to observe Good Academic Practices and avoid plagiarism and multiple or redundant publication, their texts must be accompanied by a signed document that clearly expresses that: 1) the manuscript is original and unpublished; 2) has not been presented simultaneously to any other journal; and, 3) is not part of a larger work that is being processed for publication in print or electronic media. By sending or submitting a study to Relaciones, the author promises not to submit it for consideration for publication to any other journal. Incomplete drafts will not be received. All texts presented must be definitive versions, correctly written with no errors of orthography or syntax. Once the review process begins no changes or corrections will be admitted.

2.- Author(s)’ data:
Another document annexed must clearly indicate the following data of the author or authors. Collective studies are accepted according to the norms of the discipline in which they are elaborated. The authors of essays, analyses of documents, and book reviews must also present this document.
- Complete name(s) of the author or authors
- Final academic degree earned, and the program and institution where it was obtained.
- Current institutional affiliation
- CONACyT CVU Number (if applicable)
- ID ORCID (highly-recommended)
- Current lines of research
- References to the three most recent publications (title, where published, date)
- Postal address of the institution
- Telephone number
- e-mail address
- Title and type (article, essay, book review) of the text submitted
- The discipline, area and sub-area to which the study submitted pertains
- The disciplinary public to which the text is directed

3.- General characteristics of manuscripts:
- All manuscripts, articles, essays, analyses of documents and book reviews must be sent in a compatible version of Microsoft® Word or in.RTF format. The fonts suggested for the body of the text are: Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman and Verdana at 12 points and double-spaced, with no breaks between paragraphs. Capital and small letters must be used throughout the text, including the title and section sub-titles.
- The title shall be written in bold type at 14 points.
- Section sub-titles shall be written in bold type at 12 points.
- Footnotes shall be written at 10 points.
- The entire content must be aligned to the left. Authors shall refrain from including any format distinct from the normal one; documents that use the function ‘Control of changes’ will not be accepted.
- The text shall have no typographical emphasis of any kind on any word or expression. The only words in Italics are those from a different language, expressions in Latin, and the titles of publications.
- Textual citations shall be integrated into the body of the text between quotation marks, with the respective reference in a footnote at the bottom of the page. Only if a textual citation exceeds five lines shall it be separated from the body of the text with an insert of 1.25 cm, but conserving all other aspects of the format of the body of the text.
- If the study contains images, they must be sent in separate files. The text will only indicate with brackets the place(s) where the image(s) is/are to be inserted. The images must be numbered consecutively, as explained in the section on graphic material (below).
- If the text includes foreign material (eg. photographs, digital reproductions of graphic works by other authors) that is protected by copyright laws, duly-signed authorization for its reproduction must be obtained in writing and submitted with the manuscript.

4.- Characteristics and content of manuscripts presented as articles:
- All texts submitted as articles for inclusion in the Thematic or General Sections must not exceed an extension of 60,000 characters including spaces. Significantly longer texts will be returned to the author(s) for adjustment.
- Titles shall not exceed twelve (12) words, and must reflect clearly the content of the work.
- English version of the title
- Author(s)’ name(s)
- Author(s)’ institutional affiliation(s)
- The first footnote shall indicate clearly the project, type of funding received, and the name of the institution that sponsored the research on which the text is based.
- Abstract of 75-150 words, maximum, that clearly states the objective, contribution and important aspects of the study; for example, the principle results, the methodology employed, or the sources (if applicable).
- Five Keywords
- English translation of the Abstract and Keywords.
- Contents: introduction, development and conclusions.
- The footnotes and bibliographic references shall be written in accordance with the accustomed norms of the discipline in which the author works, but also considering the models adopted by the journal (see References and Bibliography).
- Annexes
- Sources and Bibliography

5.- Characteristics and content of manuscripts presented as essays:
- Texts with the following characteristics shall be considered essays: those not the product of specific research that address, or contribute to, debates in disciplines in the Social and Human Sciences in theoretical or methodological terms, and that present a critical posture in this regard. Occasionally, they may be critiques of authors and texts, provided they observe and respect the norms of academic debate. In all such cases, the author or authors with whom the debate is established shall have the right to respond.
- Texts submitted as essays for inclusion in the Notes and Debates Section shall not exceed 30,000 characters including spaces. Significantly longer texts will be returned to the author(s) for adjustment.
- Titles shall not exceed twelve (12) words, and must reflect clearly the content of the work.
- English version of the title
- Author(s)’ name(s)
- Author(s)’ institutional affiliation(s)
- Abstract of 75-150 words, maximum, that clearly states the objective of the essay, and whether it addresses a debate or presents a critique.
- Five Keywords.
- English translation of the Abstract and Keywords.
- Contents: introduction, development and conclusions.
- The footnotes and bibliographic references shall be written in accordance with the accustomed norms of the discipline in which the author works, but also considering the models adopted by the journal (se References and Bibliography).
- Sources and Bibliography

6.- Characteristics and content of manuscripts presented for the Documents Section:
- Contributions submitted for inclusion in this section include the following types: paleography, transcriptions, translated and/or restored documents, or primary sources relevant to research in History, Anthropology, the Social Sciences or Humanities. It is important to clarify that the term ‘source’ is understood to refer not only to written documents, but also to images or other kinds of material objects that form part of, or are the focus of, research. These texts shall include a formal Introduction with a critical evaluation that allows the reader to appreciate their relevance.
- In the case of transcribed documents, total extension shall not exceed 30,000 characters including spaces and Introduction. For iconographic documents –or other types– the Introduction shall not exceed 20,000 characters including spaces.

7.- Characteristics and content of book reviews:
- As a general rule, the journal’s editorial team solicits reviews of books and new publications that it receives. However, book reviews are welcomed and received as long as they observe the following norms and comment on important, recent publications.
- A book review may refer to a single book or monograph by one author, to a collective work, to various works on one theme, or to a series published in various volumes.
- Their extension shall be 750-1500 words (maximum 10,150 characters including spaces).
- Book reviews should offer readers an attractive, informative and, at the same time, critical discussion of the work.
- Authors of book reviews should keep in mind the broad, diverse reading public to which Relaciones is directed, one that it is both international and multidisciplinary.
- Book reviews should consider the following points: a) the readership to which the book is directed so that it will be topical for that audience; b) the author’s training and experience in research; c) the book’s main ideas and objectives and the efficacy reflected in its elaboration; d) the solidity of the methods and sources of information used; e) the book’s context or motivation (i.e., research-based, for dissemination, controversy or review of a research topic, etc.); f) comparisons with other works on the same topic; and, g) constructive comments on the book’s strengths and/or weaknesses.
- In the case of collective –edited– books, the review should indicate the key topics and refer the reader to the specific chapters where these are addressed, while also discussing the book’s implications for research, politics, practice or theory.
- The lead line of the review must include: the complete name(s) of the author(s) or editor(s) [please indicate if it is an edited book] (Year of publication), title, place of publication, publisher, number of pages, and ISBN number. Also, indicate if there is an electronic version.
- At the end of the review, the author shall include: her/his complete name, institutional affiliation, and e-mail address.

8.- Norms for presenting graphic material:
- The generic rubric “graphic material” is understood to include the following: maps, photographs or digital reproductions of such graphic works as paintings and prints, etc.; as well as tables and graphs.
- The author(s) must take into account in the paper version of the journal all graphic material is printed in scales of gray, so materials of this kind must be sent in this format. If the author(s) so desire, they may also send a version in color for the electronic edition.
- All images such as maps, photographs and digital reproductions of graphic works must be sent in high resolution (300-600 dpi) in TIFF or EPS files, uncompressed.  To ensure optimum quality, JPEG format is not acceptable.
- For maps or graphs elaborated in programs of the Adobe® design suite, the original file must be sent.
- For tables and graphs elaborated in Microsoft® Excel it is also necessary to send the original file.
- In order to calculate the proportions, symbolism and typography of maps and graphs, please take into account the dimensions of the journal’s page: 16 × 10 cm.
- For photographs or digital reproductions of graphic works we recommend sending the original in the same, or somewhat larger, size than the aforementioned page dimensions.
- We discourage the use of pie charts; line- or bar-graphs are preferable.
- All files must be labeled and numbered consecutively (i.e.: Figure01, Figure02…, etc.), using the same name that appears in brackets in the text to indicate their desired location.
- In a separate text file, the author(s) shall provide a list of the graphic material that specifies the following information: file names, the titles of graphs, and/or image legends. Figure legends must contain all necessary acknowledgment data: author, place, source, etc.
- Wherever necessary, the author(s) must obtain and submit written, duly-signed authorization for the right to reproduce any graphic materials that are protected by current copyright laws in the field, in Mexico and any other country. Without this authorization, the graphic material involved will not be included in the publication.

9.- References and Bibliography:
- The norms for citations, references and bibliography in Relaciones. Estudios de historia y sociedad are adapted from the book, The Chicago Manual of Style. A sample can be consulted in the Chicago-Style Citation Quick Guide (in English).
- Given that our journal publishes articles from different disciplinary fields, it accepts footnotes that use the “Notes and Bibliography” system, as well as those that utilize the “Author-Date” system. Please feel free to select the tab that corresponds to your interest in the relevant page of the Manual.

10.- Peer-review process:
- Articles and essays sent to Relaciones’ editorial team that comply with the formal requirements established by the journal will be peer-reviewed using a double-blind system (see the different arbitrage models below).
- The journal’s editorial team will provide formal notice within fifteen (15) days of the reception of articles or essays submitted for preliminary evaluation by the Director and Editorial Council.
- If the Director and Editorial Council determine that the text does not comply with the formal requirements, it will be returned to the author with an explanatory letter.
- Once the Director and Editorial Council deem that the text complies with all formal requirements, it will be sent, anonymously, to two Academic Reviewers who shall determine: a) recommendation for publication with no changes; b) recommendation for publication when minor corrections have been adequately addressed; c) recommendation for publication after a detailed revision; or, d) rejection.
- If there is a discrepancy between the two results, the text will be sent to a third Reviewer and the final decision will be based on the coincidence of the results of two of the three Reviewers’ determinations.
- In no case are the results of the academic peer-review process subject to appeal. Authors will be notified of this decision within six months, provided no delays arise in the procedure due to causes not attributable to the journal’s editorial team.
- At the conclusion of the process, authors will receive an Act that announces the result of the evaluation. Said Act will be accompanied by an ad verbatim assessment by the Reviewers, and their changes and suggestions. The Editorial Council may also request make changes, and these will be included in the Act.
- If the result of the review is favorable, the author must submit the corrected version of the text within a period not greater than three (3) months from the date on which the Act was received. If the definitive version is not received within that time, the journal’s editorial team will consider that the author has removed the text from consideration.
- Together with the definitive version, the author shall submit a document that lists all changes made. If the author fails to address any of the suggestions, she/he must provide a reasonable explanation in that same document.
- Once the definitive version has been received and reviewed, the editorial team will send confirmation that the text was peer-reviewed and is awaiting its turn to appear in the journal. Once accepted, the text cannot be modified in any way.
- The journal’s editorial team reserves the right to make the style corrections and editorial changes that it judges pertinent to improve the text.

Copyright

- Upon receiving approval of the final version of a text reviewed for publication, the author(s) shall cede the patrimonial copyright to El Colegio de Michoacán, A.C. so that it can be reproduced, published, edited, cemented, communicated and transmitted publicly through any platform or medium, and made accessible to the public exclusively for non-profit scientific and cultural purposes, or for its dissemination, always respecting the policy of open access to knowledge.

- The author(s) shall return the signed form letter that duly cedes copyright. The editorial team at Relaciones. Estudios de historia y sociedad shall send said format to the author for her/his signature. Once signed, the letter must be returned in PDF format to: Esta dirección de correo electrónico está siendo protegida contra los robots de spam. Necesita tener JavaScript habilitado para poder verlo. .

- It is important to clarify that authors conserve their moral rights according to law and may, therefore, use material from the article in other works or books that they may publish, on the condition that they cite Relaciones. Estudios de historia y sociedad as the original source of the text.

- Authors are responsible for obtaining, in writing and duly-signed, authorization to use any and all materials included in their articles that are protected by copyright law in Mexico and abroad.

- In order to ensure application of Good Academic Practices and prevent multiple or redundant publication, the journal’s editorial team will suspend the review or editing process of a text proposed for publication if it obtains knowledge that it has been proposed simultaneously to any other journal or publication, or upon discovering that it has been published previously in whole or in part.