The hypothesis dump

The Hypothesis Dump invites sharp opinion pieces, science news and hypothesis. Contact is handled by corresponding author only. All other authors and affiliations are added in the manuscript file. For submissions use: contact@hypothesisdump.com

To ensure your idea reaches us directly and securely, please follow the format/submission guidelines below.

Article Format Guidelines

We value the idea over the formatting but try to follow the guidlines.

1. Opinion Piece

• Goal: Challenge a prevailing dogma or offer a sharp, personal take on a scientific issue. Structure:
  • Title: Try to avoid dry academic titles. Abstract: 3-4 sentences summarizing your core argument. The Hook: Start with the controversy or the “elephant in the room.” The Argument: a few distinct points. Use evidence, but keep it narrative-driven (0-5 references). The Takeaway: End with a clear implication or call to action.
  Length: 500 – 1,500 words.

2. Science News Analysis

• Goal: Explain why a recent study matters, cutting through the press release hype. Structure:
  • Title: Conclusion of the paper Abstract: 3-4 sentences summary. The News: 1 paragraph summary of the event/study. The Context: How does this fit into the bigger picture? The Critique: What are the limitations? The Future: Where does this lead the field?
  Length: 500 – 1,500 words.

3. Hypothesis

• Goal: Share a “what if” that hasn’t been tested yet. We want the messy, unpolished idea. Structure:
  • Title: Again void dry academic titles. Abstract: 3-4 sentences summary. The observation/The Question: What are you asking or observed in nature? The Premise: Your proposed mechanism (even if it sounds crazy). The “What If”: Potential outcomes if this were true. The Gap: What data is missing to prove it?
  Length: 500 – 1.500 words.

How to Submit

We do not use automated web forms. Please send your submission directly via email to: contact@hypothesisdump.com

Submission Requirements

1. Subject Line Format Please use the following format for your email subject line to help us categorize your work:

Submission: [Article Type] - [Your Last Name] Example: Submission: Opinion Piece - Last Name

2. Accepted Article Types

• Opinion Piece: Sharp commentary on current science.
• Science News Analysis: Deep dives into recent developments.
• Hypothesis: Raw unpolished ideas.

3. Manuscript Format

• File Type: Please attach your manuscript as a PDF, .doc, or .docx file.
• File Size: Keep attachments under 20 MB.
• Content: Include your full text, author bio (2–3 sentences), and any necessary citations.
• Images: If you include images, charts, or graphs:
  • Please embed them directly in the document.
  • Privacy Warning: We advise you to remove EXIF/GPS metadata from any images before attaching them. We cannot guarantee the safety of raw attachments.

4. Required Information in Email Body Please include the following details in the body of your email:

• Full Name
• Affiliation (Optional)
• ORCID ID (Optional)
• Confirmation: Confirm by pasting this text in the email, Your submission cannot be handled otherwise. “I confirm that I have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of my data for the purpose of submission and peer review (peer reviews for Hypothesis articles only).”

Privacy & Security

• Data Protection: Your personal data is processed solely for the purpose of evaluating your submission. We do not sell your data.
• Retention: If your submission is rejected, we retain your data for up too 2 years for potential appeals, after which it is deleted.
• Publication: If accepted, your name, affiliation, and manuscript will be published indefinitely to maintain the integrity of the scientific record.

Requesting Changes to Published Articles

If your article has been published and you wish to make changes, please follow this procedure:

1. Email us: Send your request to contact@hypothesisdump.com with the subject line: “Change Request: [Your Article Title]”
2. Describe the change: Clearly state what you want modified and why. Include the specific text that needs to be changed.
3. Our review: We will review your request and respond within 5 business days.
4. How changes are handled:
   • Minor corrections (typos, grammatical errors, non-substantive factual clarifications): We will update the original article and add a visible note at the bottom: “Updated on [Date] to correct [description].”
   • Major revisions (conceptual shifts, substantial rewrites): We will publish a new article referencing the original. The original article will remain unchanged with a note linking to the updated version.
5. Retractions: If you believe the article contains a fundamental error, you may request a retraction. The article will be marked as “Retracted” with an explanation, but the text will remain accessible for archival purposes.

Response Time

Depending on the volume of submissions, we aim to respond to all inquiries within 5 business days. Please note that while we read every submission, we cannot guarantee publication of every piece.

Ready to share your unfiltered science ideas? Send your email to contact@hypothesisdump.com today.