Submit Special Issue
Guidance for submitting manuscripts to a JAPST special issue.
Special issue submissions
Special issues gather focused research around a defined theme. Authors may submit to an approved special issue through the standard submission routes, selecting the special issue title in the cover letter or submission notes.
All manuscripts follow the same peer review standards as regular submissions, with oversight from the JAPST editorial office. Special issue placement does not guarantee acceptance, and each manuscript must meet journal standards independently. Accepted articles publish online on a rolling basis and are later compiled into the special issue collection.
Journal at a glance
ISSN: 2328-0182 | DOI prefix: 10.14302/issn.2328-0182 | License: CC BY 4.0 | Open access publishing.
Submission steps
- Prepare your manuscript following the Instructions for Author.
- Indicate the special issue title in the cover letter and submission form.
- Submit via Manuscript Zone, the online form, or email.
- Respond to reviewer feedback and revise within the agreed timeline.
If you are unsure about topic fit or special issue eligibility, contact the editorial office before submission to avoid delays.
What to include in your submission
- Cover letter referencing the special issue title.
- Manuscript file with tables and figures clearly labeled.
- Ethics approvals, consent statements, and data availability notes.
- Potential reviewer suggestions, if requested by the guest editor.
Clearly label the special issue theme in the manuscript file name and cover letter to ensure accurate routing.
Guest editor coordination
Guest editors may provide topic specific guidance and recommend reviewers. JAPST maintains final editorial oversight to ensure consistent standards across special issue and regular submissions.
Authors should respond promptly to reviewer comments to keep special issue timelines on track.
Review and publication
Special issue manuscripts undergo the same peer review standards as regular submissions. Guest editors may provide subject guidance, but final editorial decisions remain with the JAPST editorial office.
Accepted articles are published online as soon as they are ready, and then grouped into the special issue collection.
Typical timeline
Special issue submissions are processed on a rolling basis. Most manuscripts receive an initial decision within a few weeks, followed by revision and production.
Accepted articles publish online as soon as final files are approved and are then grouped under the special issue theme.
Special issue checklist
- Special issue title included in cover letter and submission notes.
- All required sections completed (abstract, methods, results, discussion).
- Data availability and conflict of interest statements included.
- Figures uploaded separately if requested.
- Use the latest manuscript template when available.
Where to submit
Submit your manuscript using one of the options below:
- Manuscript Zone: https://oap.manuscriptzone.net
- Online form: https://openaccesspub.org/manuscript-submission-form
- Email: [email protected]
APC and discounts
Special issue manuscripts follow the standard JAPST APC policy. Membership discounts or special issue promotions may apply when available. APCs are charged only after acceptance. Contact us for details.
Submit your special issue manuscript
Follow the guidelines above and publish within a focused issue at JAPST.
