Proposed Special Issue
Lead a focused collection of cutting-edge nanotechnology research by proposing and organizing a special issue for the journal as guest editor.
Organize a Special Issue Collection
Special issues bring together high-quality research on specific nanotechnology themes, creating authoritative curated collections that advance knowledge in focused areas while providing enhanced visibility for contributing authors. We welcome proposals from established nanotechnology researchers who can attract quality submissions and manage the editorial process professionally.
Guest editors gain significant professional recognition while contributing meaningfully to the nanotechnology community through carefully curated scholarship advancing their area of expertise.
Strong proposals demonstrate clear scientific rationale, topic timeliness and relevance, and the guest editor's established ability to attract quality manuscript submissions from leading researchers in the field. We evaluate all proposals based on topic relevance to nanotechnology, novelty within the literature, journal scope alignment, and potential for assembling a high-impact collection.
Required Proposal Elements
- Proposed title and comprehensive scope description
- Scientific rationale explaining timeliness and importance
- Target audience identification and expected impact
- Expected number of articles (typically 8-15 papers)
- Proposed timeline with key milestone dates
- List of potential confirmed or invited contributors
Guest Editor Qualifications
- Established publication record in nanotechnology
- Recognized expertise and standing in focus area
- Demonstrated ability to attract quality submissions
- Commitment to timely peer review management
- No significant conflicts of interest with topic
- Willingness to actively promote the collection
Guest editors work collaboratively with our editorial office to solicit high-quality submissions from leading researchers, coordinate and manage rigorous peer review processes, and ensure timely publication of accepted manuscripts. The journal provides comprehensive administrative support, manuscript submission infrastructure, professional production services, and promotional assistance while guest editors focus on scientific content quality and collection coherence.
Journal support provided: Complete manuscript tracking system access, peer review management infrastructure, production and professional copyediting services, marketing support for the published collection, and dedicated editorial staff assistance throughout the special issue development process.
All proposals undergo careful editorial review considering scientific merit, practical feasibility, and strategic fit with journal goals. Approved proposals receive formal confirmation letters with agreed timelines, expectations, and deliverables. We aim to respond to complete, well-developed proposals within four weeks of submission.
Typical Timeline
- Proposal submission and review: 3-4 weeks
- Article solicitation and promotion: 2-3 months
- Submission deadline: 6-9 months from approval
- Peer review and production: 3-4 months
- Full collection publication: 12-15 months total
Success Metrics and Goals
- Minimum 8 accepted articles for collection
- Adherence to agreed timeline milestones
- Geographic and institutional author diversity
- High citation potential and research quality
- Comprehensive coverage of proposed scope
Submit Your Special Issue Proposal
Lead a focused collection advancing nanotechnology knowledge in your area of expertise.
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