Theme
Define the scientific question
Describe the cancer-genetics or biomarker question the collection would address, why a thematic collection is useful, and the intended research community.
Journal of Cancer Genetics and Biomarkers
Special issues
Themed collections are considered on a rolling basis when their scope, editorial leadership, and publication plan can be confirmed. This page lists only calls that have been verified for JCGB.
How a special issue is listed
A public call should make it possible for authors to verify the topic, editorial responsibility, submission route, and schedule before they decide to contribute.
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Scope review
The proposed theme must be clearly connected to cancer genetics, genomics, molecular oncology, or biomarker science.
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Editorial verification
Any proposed guest-editor role must be confirmed before a person or institution is presented on a public call.
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Public call
Only after the topic, editorial leadership, and timing are confirmed should JCGB publish a call for submissions.
Propose a theme with a clear scholarly case
A concise proposal helps the editorial office assess subject fit and publication integrity before any collection is announced.
Evidence
Set a credible scope
Outline the kinds of evidence and study designs that would fit. Avoid claims of clinical utility or translational impact that a future collection cannot yet substantiate.
Editorial role
Identify proposed editorial leadership carefully
If you suggest guest editors, include their current affiliation, relevant expertise, and confirmation of interest. A proposal is not an appointment and does not create a public editorial role.
Integrity
Plan for independent review
Special-issue submissions remain subject to the journal’s editorial policies, conflict-of-interest safeguards, and peer-review expectations.
- Use one manuscript submission route: ManuscriptZone.
- Do not make unsupported promises about editorial timing, fees, acceptance outcomes, or promotional reach.
- Confirm conflicts of interest and appropriate diversity considerations in the proposal.
For authors looking for a current call
There is no verified special-issue deadline to select at present. Authors whose work fits JCGB’s scope may submit through ManuscriptZone as a regular manuscript and should follow the Author Instructions. Do not label a manuscript for a special issue unless JCGB has published a confirmed call.
Have a well-defined special-issue concept?
Send a concise theme proposal to the JCGB editorial office. The team can assess whether it fits the journal before any public call is considered.