Ongoing Special Issues
Explore current thematic collections accepting submissions on key topics in obesity management.
Current Special Issue Collections
The Journal of Obesity Management hosts professionally curated thematic collections that bring together focused research addressing important topics in obesity prevention, treatment, and metabolic health.
Review open calls below and submit your research to contribute to these professionally curated collections advancing knowledge in obesity medicine.
Each special issue addresses specific themes of particular importance and timeliness for the obesity medicine community. Collections may focus on treatment innovations, underserved populations, emerging therapeutic approaches, or methodological advances. The thematic focus provides context for individual contributions and creates lasting reference collections for the field.
Each special issue develops over six to twelve months as submissions accumulate and reviews complete. Early submissions benefit from extended review timelines. Guest editors maintain communication with contributors throughout development to ensure cohesive final collections addressing meaningful gaps in obesity research.
Accepted special issue articles are published online as they complete production, with collection pages linking related content. This rolling publication approach ensures timely dissemination while building comprehensive collections addressing key topics in obesity management and metabolic health.
Targeted Visibility
Reach readers specifically interested in the collection theme through dedicated promotion and collection page placement.
Expert Curation
Guest editors ensure thematic coherence and quality, enhancing the impact of individual contributions within the collection.
Lasting Impact
Special issue collections serve as ongoing reference resources, generating sustained readership and citation over time.
Collaborative Networking
Connect with fellow researchers and clinicians contributing to the same thematic area in obesity medicine.
Submission guidelines: All special issue submissions follow standard JOM author guidelines and undergo rigorous peer review. Select the appropriate special issue during submission and indicate your contribution in the cover letter.
- Review available special issue calls and identify alignment with your research
- Contact guest editors with questions about scope or fit before submitting
- Prepare your manuscript following JOM author guidelines and formatting requirements
- Submit through ManuscriptZone selecting the relevant special issue collection
- Respond promptly to reviewer feedback to meet collection timelines
Have an idea for a special issue topic? We welcome proposals from researchers with expertise and networks to curate focused collections. Contact our editorial office to discuss your concept and learn about the proposal process for guest editing opportunities.
Contribute Your Research
Join curated collections advancing obesity prevention and treatment knowledge.
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