Submit Special Issue
Special issues bring focused attention to emerging glaucoma topics and unite researchers around common challenges. The International Journal of Glaucoma welcomes carefully planned proposals that can deliver high quality collections.
Use the steps below to submit a proposal that is ready for rapid editorial review.
Submission steps
Submitting a special issue proposal is straightforward. A concise proposal helps the editorial team evaluate scope fit and feasibility quickly.
- Draft a title and rationale that explains why the topic is timely for glaucoma research.
- Identify guest editors and describe their expertise and editorial roles.
- Outline key topics, target article types, and expected submission volume.
- Propose a timeline for submission, peer review, and publication.
- Submit the proposal to the editorial office or via the special issue form.
What to include
- Short proposal summary (300 to 500 words)
- Guest editor bios and affiliations
- Draft call for papers and suggested keywords
- Plan for outreach to potential contributors
- Any funding or sponsorship details, if applicable
How proposals are assessed
We assess relevance to glaucoma care, scientific rigor, editorial capacity, and the likelihood of attracting strong submissions. The editorial office may provide guidance to refine scope or timeline.
After approval
Once approved, we publish the call for papers, coordinate reviewer assignments, and support communication with authors. Guest editors collaborate with the journal team to keep the issue on schedule.
We encourage guest editors to suggest outreach channels, professional societies, or conference networks that can help recruit high quality submissions.
Communication plan
A clear outreach plan improves submission volume and quality. Guest editors may recommend targeted mailing lists, conference sessions, or society announcements to promote the call for papers.
Guest editors are expected to disclose conflicts of interest and to recuse themselves when necessary.
What We Look For
Scope Alignment
Proposals should focus on glaucoma or related optic nerve research with clear clinical relevance.
Feasibility
A realistic timeline and contributor plan helps ensure smooth peer review and production.
Editorial Capacity
Guest editors should have expertise and availability to manage reviews and revisions.
Need Proposal Support?
If you need help shaping a proposal or identifying guest editors, contact the editorial office. Early collaboration improves the quality and impact of the special issue.
We recommend submitting proposals several months before the intended publication window to allow for review and outreach.
Guest editors should plan for reviewer recruitment early in the process.
Concise proposals are reviewed more quickly.
Clear timelines speed approvals.
Include draft keywords when possible.
Need Guidance From Our Editorial Team?
We are happy to clarify policies, submission routes, and editorial requirements.
[email protected]Submit Your Special Issue Proposal
Start with a concise outline and our editors will guide the process.
