International Journal of Translational Research
Submit a focused special issue proposal to highlight priority topics in translational research.
How to Submit a Proposal
Clear proposals speed review and help launch high impact collections.
- Draft a title and scope summary
- Identify guest editors and describe expertise
- Outline key topics, keywords, and expected submissions
- Propose a timeline for review and publication
- Send the proposal to the editorial office
Concise proposals are reviewed more quickly and allow faster planning of outreach.
If your proposal is linked to a conference or society initiative, include the planned dates to align publication timing.
Provide a concise rationale that explains why the collection is needed now.
Proposal Content Checklist
Include these elements to avoid delays during evaluation.
- 300 to 500 word summary of the theme
- Guest editor bios and institutional affiliations
- Draft call for papers and topic list
- Estimated submission volume
- Funding or sponsorship details if applicable
Guest editors should disclose conflicts and be prepared to manage reviewer assignments in collaboration with the journal team.
Provide contact details for a lead guest editor to streamline communication.
Execution and Outreach
Approved issues receive journal support for promotion and timeline management.
The journal publishes the call for papers, supports reviewer coordination, and tracks progress toward publication milestones.
Early reviewer recruitment helps maintain schedule and ensures strong expertise coverage.
Guest editors may recommend outreach channels, conference announcements, or society lists to attract submissions.
Regular check ins with the editorial office keep promotion, review, and production aligned.
How Proposals Are Assessed
Proposals are reviewed for relevance, feasibility, and editorial capacity.
Successful proposals demonstrate a clear scientific focus, a realistic timeline, and an engaged guest editor team.
The editorial office may recommend adjustments to scope or timing to ensure a high quality issue.
Transparent outreach plans and reviewer availability improve the likelihood of approval.
Proposals that align with emerging clinical needs or translational advances are prioritized.
Clear scope statements reduce review time and improve approval speed.
Feasible timelines support consistent reviewer engagement.
Maintaining Momentum
Clear communication keeps authors, reviewers, and guest editors aligned.
Guest editors should provide periodic updates on outreach progress and expected submission volumes.
Regular coordination with the editorial office helps resolve reviewer delays and maintain a consistent timeline.
Well managed communication improves author experience and strengthens the overall impact of the special issue.
If timelines change, notify the editorial office promptly so schedules can be adjusted for reviewers and authors.
Clear communication helps maintain reviewer engagement and prevents avoidable delays.
Consistent outreach messaging improves submission quality and relevance.
A single point of contact simplifies coordination and reduces confusion.
Clear timelines help authors plan submissions and reduce late withdrawals.
Editorial Inquiries
Contact the editorial team for guidance on policies, submissions, or special issues
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