Submit Special Issue
Contribute your water research to focused thematic collections addressing priority hydrology topics.
Join Focused Research Collections
Water special issues gather related research addressing specific dimensions of water science. Contributing to these collections positions your work alongside complementary studies, increasing visibility within targeted water research communities.
Special issue submissions undergo the same rigorous peer review as regular submissions while benefiting from thematic curation and focused editorial attention.
Publishing within a special issue offers distinct advantages for water researchers seeking maximum impact for their work within specific hydrology and water management domains.
Thematic Context
Your water research appears alongside related studies, creating synergistic context that enhances reader understanding of the broader topic.
Increased Visibility
Special issues receive dedicated promotion to water research communities interested in the specific hydrology theme being addressed.
Citation Networks
Related articles within special issues often cite each other, creating citation networks that enhance discovery for water science publications.
Expert Editorial Guidance
Guest editors provide specialized expertise guiding water manuscripts through review and revision for thematic fit.
Special issue submissions must meet all standard Water author guidelines while addressing the specific thematic focus of the collection. Guest editors may provide additional topic-specific guidance.
- Manuscripts must address the water science theme specified in the special issue call
- Standard formatting requirements apply to all special issue submissions
- Submission deadlines are typically specified for each special issue
- All articles undergo independent peer review regardless of guest editor invitation
Standard policies apply: Special issue articles follow all standard Water policies including open access licensing, article processing charges, and ethical requirements for water research.
Visit our Ongoing Special Issues page to view currently active calls for submissions. Each listing provides topic description, guest editor contacts, and submission deadlines for water science collections.
Submit manuscripts through ManuscriptZone, selecting the appropriate special issue during submission. Manuscripts are assigned to guest editors for initial assessment and reviewer selection within the water science domain.
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