Submit Special Issue
Submit a focused proposal outlining 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.
Clear Theme
Focused scope aligned with survivorship priorities
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 survivorship research and why the topic is timely.
Submission Package
Include a draft call for papers that outlines key topics, study types, and submission expectations.
Provide short bios for each guest editor describing editorial experience 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 summary, editor bios, and topic list
Submit details
Send the proposal through the special issue route
Editorial review
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 should provide periodic updates on outreach progress and expected submissions.
Quality Expectations
Guest editors should invite submissions with robust methodology and transparent reporting.
The journal maintains consistent peer review standards across all special issues.
Communication Timeline
The editorial office confirms receipt of the proposal and provides an expected review timeline.
Complex proposals may require additional clarification before approval.
Guest Editor Coordination
Guest editors should plan reviewer recruitment, outreach to authors, and timely decision making.
Clear milestones help maintain submission flow and consistent quality.
Submission Readiness
- Confirm theme relevance and target audience
- Prepare editor bios and topic list
- Define review timeline and milestones
- Outline outreach plan for contributors
Proposal Tips
Focus on clinical relevance and survivorship impact to strengthen proposal approval.
Concise proposals with clear milestones move through review faster.
Review Criteria
- Alignment with survivorship priorities
- Feasible timeline and reviewer capacity
- Guest editor expertise and commitment
- Clear outreach and promotion plan
Well prepared proposals improve approval speed and reviewer planning.
Editorial Support
The journal provides templates, reviewer guidance, and promotion support for approved issues.
Editorial staff assist with workflow coordination and production planning.
Early planning with the editorial office improves issue launch timing.
Strong proposals reduce back and forth during review.
Clear scope improves approval speed.
Defined roles reduce delays.
Clear responsibilities help manage timelines.
Clear planning helps.
Submit Your Special Issue Proposal
Start with a concise outline and our editors will guide the process.
