Submit to a Special Issue
Special Issues in the Journal of Carbohydrates focus on high-priority themes and emerging directions in glycoscience. This page explains how to submit to a Special Issue once a call is announced.
Before You Submit
Review the Special Issue scope and ensure your manuscript fits the theme.
Each Special Issue has a defined scope, target topics, and submission window. Authors should confirm alignment with the theme and follow the standard author guidelines for manuscript preparation. Special Issues maintain the same peer review standards and editorial criteria as regular issues.
If your work is interdisciplinary, highlight how it advances the Special Issue focus. A clear statement of novelty and relevance helps guest editors and reviewers evaluate fit quickly.
Theme Fit
Confirm alignment with the Special Issue topic.
Standard Quality
Same rigorous review as regular issues.
Defined Window
Submit within the published timeline.
Submission Steps
Follow these steps to route your manuscript to the correct Special Issue.
Prepare Files
Manuscript, figures, and data
Select Issue
Choose the correct theme
Submit Online
Use the submission system
Track Progress
Respond to reviewer feedback
When submitting, select the Special Issue from the dropdown menu and mention it in your cover letter. This ensures the manuscript is routed to the correct guest editor and review team.
Special Issue APCs and Policies
APCs for Special Issues are communicated within each call for papers.
Transparency: Special Issue APCs may differ from regular issues depending on the scope and sponsorship. Any discounts or waivers will be clearly stated in the call.
Membership discounts apply where eligible. Authors should contact the editorial office for confirmation if they are using a membership or institutional agreement.
Tips for a Successful Special Issue Submission
Align your manuscript closely with the issue theme and expectations.
Review the Special Issue call and emphasize how your work advances the theme. Clearly state the research question, the carbohydrate-related methods used, and the relevance of your findings to the targeted community. If the issue focuses on a specific analytical technique or application area, highlight those connections in your abstract and introduction.
Special Issues often attract high interest, so clarity and completeness matter. Provide full methodological details, cite relevant literature, and include data availability information. If you have questions about fit, contact the guest editors early. Early communication helps avoid delays and ensures your manuscript is evaluated within the correct scope.
Revision Expectations
Special Issue manuscripts follow standard revision requirements.
Authors should respond to reviewer comments with a clear, point-by-point rebuttal and highlight changes in the manuscript. If additional experiments are requested, explain feasibility and provide a timeline. Timely revisions help Special Issues meet publication schedules and maintain cohesive release timing.
Contribute to a Focused Research Collection
Special Issues provide higher visibility and community engagement for carbohydrate science.
