Proposed Special Issue
Launch a focused collection on emerging infection prevention themes.
Journal at a Glance
ISSN: 2690-4837
DOI Prefix: 10.14302/issn.2690-4837
License: CC BY 4.0
Peer reviewed open access journal
Scope Alignment
Infection prevention, healthcare epidemiology, antimicrobial stewardship, outbreak response, surveillance systems, vaccine policy, WASH, environmental hygiene, and One Health implementation science. We prioritize actionable evidence and measurable impact.
Publishing Model
Open access, single blind peer review, and rapid publication after acceptance and production checks. Metadata validation and DOI registration are included.
IJIP welcomes proposals for special issues that highlight emerging areas in infection prevention and healthcare epidemiology. Special issues bring focused attention to fast moving topics and support collaborative public health communities.
- Working title and thematic focus
- Rationale and relevance to infection prevention
- Proposed guest editors and affiliations
- Target audience and expected contribution
- Preliminary list of potential contributors
- Timeline for submissions and reviews
Prevention Value
Clear contribution to IPC outcomes or policy impact.
Editorial Capacity
Qualified guest editors with relevant expertise.
Community Interest
Evidence of demand and contributor engagement.
Feasibility
Realistic timelines and review capacity.
- Define scope and thematic boundaries
- Recommend reviewers and manage peer review
- Ensure ethical compliance and reporting quality
- Provide an editorial summary upon completion
The IJIP editorial office supports special issue planning, reviewer coordination, and production workflows. Send proposals or questions to [email protected].
| Stage | Suggested Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Proposal Review | 2 to 3 weeks | Editorial evaluation and feedback |
| Call for Papers | 6 to 8 weeks | Outreach and author invitations |
| Peer Review | 6 to 10 weeks | Single blind review and revisions |
| Production | 3 to 4 weeks | Copyediting and DOI registration |
Can guest editors submit articles?
Yes, but their papers are handled by independent editors.
Are special issue APCs different?
Standard APCs apply, with membership discounts if eligible.
Can issues focus on outbreak response or stewardship?
Yes, applied IPC themes are welcome.
IJIP is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in infection prevention and control. We emphasize reproducible surveillance methods, clear reporting of case definitions, and ethical compliance across all article types.
The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].
We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in infection prevention science and implementation.
Ready to Propose a Special Issue?
Share your special issue concept with the editorial office.
