Submit Special Issue
Submit a focused proposal that outlines scope, editors, and timeline.
The editorial office will review and provide guidance on next steps.
Submission Overview
Submit a complete proposal package so the editorial team can evaluate scope, feasibility, and impact. Strong proposals include a clear theme statement and a qualified guest editor team.
The proposal should demonstrate how the issue advances integrative medicine and mind body practice evidence for clinicians and wellness practitioners.
Clear Theme
Focused scope aligned with the journal mission
Qualified Editors
Guest editor experience in the topic area
Feasible Plan
Realistic submission volume and timeline
Required Details
- 300 to 500 word summary of the theme
- Guest editor bios and affiliations
- Draft call for papers and topic list
- Estimated submission volume and timeline
- Funding or sponsorship details if applicable
Proposals should explain how the theme advances integrative health research and why the topic is timely for clinicians and practitioners.
Submission Package
Include a draft call for papers that outlines key topics, study types, and submission expectations. A focused topic list helps contributors align their work with the issue.
Provide short bios for each guest editor describing editorial experience, recent publications, and subject expertise.
Submission Path
Submit proposals through the special issue form or email the editorial office with a complete proposal package.
Prepare proposal
Compile theme summary, editor bios, and topic list
Submit details
Send the proposal through the special issue route
Editorial review
Editors assess scope, feasibility, and timeline
Launch planning
Finalize call for papers and promotion plan
After Approval
Approved issues receive journal support for promotion, review coordination, and publication scheduling. Guest editors receive templates for calls for papers and decision letters.
Guest editors should provide periodic updates on outreach progress and expected submissions.
Communication Timeline
The editorial office confirms receipt of the proposal and provides an expected review timeline. Complex proposals may require additional clarification before approval.
Once approved, the journal will confirm a publication window and establish milestones for reviewer assignment and decision completion.
Guest Editor Coordination
Guest editors should plan for reviewer recruitment, outreach to authors, and timely decision making. Clear communication helps maintain a steady submission flow and consistent quality.
Quality Assurance
Guest editors are expected to uphold the same ethical and methodological standards as the main journal. Clear scope alignment and transparent review decisions maintain credibility.
Document reviewer feedback and ensure that revisions address major methodological concerns before acceptance.
Clear milestones and reviewer capacity planning improve the success of special issues.
Quality assurance protects the reputation of the issue and the journal.
Quality Expectations
Guest editors should invite submissions with robust methodology and transparent reporting. The journal maintains consistent peer review standards across all special issues.
Submit Your Special Issue Proposal
Start with a concise outline and our editors will guide the process.
