About the International Marine Science Journal
Advancing interdisciplinary research across marine ecosystems, oceanography, biogeochemistry, and aquatic conservation — a trusted platform for hydrologists, marine biologists, environmental scientists, and policy architects worldwide.
Pioneering Marine Science for Global Water Stewardship
The International Marine Science Journal (IMSJ) (ISSN 2643-0282) publishes rigorous, peer-reviewed research that deepens our understanding of marine and aquatic environments. From molecular biogeochemical processes to ecosystem-scale conservation strategies, IMSJ serves as a nexus for scientists, resource managers, and policy makers committed to protecting the planet's water systems.
Our editorial mission is anchored in three principles: scientific excellence through robust peer review, transparent and efficient publication workflows that respect researcher timelines, and open access dissemination via Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY 4.0) licensing. IMSJ publishes content that bridges hydrological sciences, marine ecology, oceanography, environmental chemistry, and sustainable resource management to illuminate pathways for evidence-based marine stewardship.
Authors benefit from streamlined editorial operations, including plagiarism screening, methodological audits, and amplification strategies that maximize article visibility among academic, governmental, and conservation communities.
Marine ecosystems face unprecedented pressures from climate change, overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation. IMSJ provides a responsive publishing platform for research teams who need credible dissemination without sacrificing methodological rigor or accessibility. Our editorial board, comprising oceanographers, hydrologists, marine ecologists, biogeochemists, and conservation scientists, ensures that each submission receives expert evaluation for novelty, reproducibility, and translational relevance.
Every manuscript is guided through a transparent review process. Statistical reviewers assess analytical robustness, ethics editors evaluate compliance with environmental research standards, and subject experts interrogate the significance of findings for marine science advancement. Accepted articles are enriched with structured abstracts, visual data highlights, and discoverability metadata to support citation growth and integration into policy frameworks.
Beyond publication, IMSJ amplifies research impact through DOI registration, indexing submissions, search engine optimization, and cross-linking to thematic collections — keeping your work visible to scholars, environmental managers, and decision-makers long after publication.
IMSJ welcomes manuscripts that advance mechanistic understanding, quantify environmental impacts, or translate evidence into actionable conservation strategies across the marine science spectrum. We intentionally cultivate methodological and geographic diversity to reflect the global realities of aquatic ecosystems.
Ocean circulation, wave dynamics, tidal processes, water mass formation, and coastal hydrodynamics.
Nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, ocean acidification, trace element dynamics, and sediment-water interactions.
Species interactions, ecosystem structure, population dynamics, habitat connectivity, and biodiversity assessment.
Stock assessment, sustainable fishing practices, aquaculture systems, fish nutrition, and marine resource management.
Protected area design, ecosystem restoration, policy evaluation, stakeholder engagement, and management effectiveness.
Sea level rise, ocean warming, ecosystem resilience, adaptation strategies, and climate-marine interactions.
Contaminant fate, microplastics, oil spills, eutrophication, and ecotoxicological impacts on marine life.
Sediment transport, marsh ecology, estuary-ocean exchanges, coastal erosion, and wetland biogeochemistry.
Remote sensing, autonomous vehicles, sensor development, data integration, and monitoring innovations.
IMSJ's editorial board comprises internationally recognized experts across marine science disciplines, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of submissions. Our single-blind peer review process emphasizes analytical rigor, methodological transparency, and environmental relevance. Reviewers provide constructive feedback that strengthens manuscripts regardless of publication outcome.
- Methodological Scrutiny: Reviewers evaluate experimental design, sampling protocols, analytical methods, statistical approaches, and reporting clarity.
- Environmental Context: Assessments consider ecological significance, spatial/temporal scale, and broader implications for marine systems.
- Ethical Compliance: Manuscripts must document field research permits, animal use protocols, and adherence to environmental protection guidelines.
- Transparent Communication: Editorial decisions outline revision expectations and timelines, enabling authors to plan efficiently.
IMSJ's manuscript workflow is designed for research teams balancing fieldwork, data analysis, and teaching responsibilities. Authors can submit through the online submission portal or via email to [email protected]. Editorial staff acknowledges receipt within 72 hours and maintains clear communication at each milestone.
Accepted Manuscript Types
- Original Research Articles
- Review Articles
- Short Communications
- Technical Notes
- Data Reports
- Methodology Articles
- Special Issue Contributions
- Conference Proceedings
- Letters to the Editor
Prospective authors should review IMSJ's Instructions for Authors to ensure compliance with formatting, citation, and ethical standards. Manuscripts must be written in English and adhere to disciplinary reporting conventions (e.g., MIQE for molecular work, STROBE for observational studies).
IMSJ publishes all content under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0), ensuring barrier-free access for researchers, educators, policy makers, and conservation practitioners worldwide. Authors retain copyright while granting unlimited reuse rights with proper attribution.
Article processing charges (APCs) support editorial operations, peer review coordination, copyediting, and indexing. Accepted manuscripts are published within 2-4 days of acceptance, maximizing research visibility and impact.
The IMSJ Editorial Board comprises distinguished scholars specializing in oceanography, marine biology, hydrology, biogeochemistry, fisheries science, and environmental policy. Board members guide editorial strategy, mentor early-career researchers, and ensure that published research meets the highest standards of scientific integrity.
Advance Marine Science with IMSJ
Whether you investigate ocean circulation, biogeochemical cycles, ecosystem dynamics, or marine conservation strategies, IMSJ provides a trusted publication platform. Partner with an editorial team that values scientific rigor, rapid dissemination, and global accessibility.
