Special Issue Policies at "Transactions on Federated Engineering & Systems"
"Transactions on Federated Engineering & Systems" welcomes proposals for Special Issues that focus on specific and timely topics within the domain of Federated Engineering & Systems. Special Issues offer a unique opportunity to explore cutting-edge research and emerging trends in a concentrated manner. To ensure the success and integrity of Special Issues, the following policies should be observed:
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Proposal Submission and Review:
a. Interested researchers and academics are invited to submit a proposal for a Special Issue to the editorial team. The proposal should include the proposed title, scope, objectives, and a list of potential guest editors.
b. The editorial team will review the proposals based on relevance, novelty, and potential contribution to the field. Accepted proposals will be announced, and guest editors will be appointed.
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Guest Editor Responsibilities:
a. Guest editors are responsible for overseeing the entire Special Issue process, from soliciting manuscripts to the final publication.
b. Guest editors should adhere to the journal's editorial policies and ethical guidelines and ensure that all submissions undergo a rigorous peer-review process.
c. They should communicate regularly with authors, reviewers, and the editorial team to ensure the smooth progress of the Special Issue.
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Manuscript Submission and Review:
a. Manuscripts for the Special Issue should be submitted through the journal's online submission system and should adhere to the journal's formatting and citation guidelines.
b. All submissions will undergo a double-blind peer-review process to ensure the highest quality and scholarly integrity.
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Timelines:
a. Special Issues should follow a specific timeline to ensure timely publication. Guest editors should communicate the deadlines to authors, reviewers, and the editorial team.
b. The editorial team will work closely with guest editors to facilitate the timely completion of the review process and the publication of the Special Issue.
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Open Access and APC:
a. Special Issues published in "Transactions on Federated Engineering & Systems" will follow the journal's Open Access policy, making all content freely accessible to readers.
b. An Article Processing Charge (APC) will be applicable for each accepted manuscript in the Special Issue, as per the journal's standard APC policy.
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Editorial Independence:
a. While guest editors have significant control over the content of the Special Issue, they are expected to exercise editorial independence and maintain the journal's high publication standards.
b. The final decision for the acceptance and publication of manuscripts remains with the journal's editorial team.
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Promotion and Outreach:
a. Guest editors are encouraged to actively promote the Special Issue and engage with their professional networks to attract high-quality submissions.
b. The journal's editorial team will support the promotion of the Special Issue through various channels, including the journal's website, newsletters, and social media.
By adhering to these policies, "Transactions on Federated Engineering & Systems" aims to facilitate the successful organization and publication of high-impact Special Issues that contribute significantly to the advancement of Federated Engineering & Systems research.
For inquiries and proposal submissions, please contact: editor@milestoneresearch.in
Editor-in-Chief
"Transactions on Federated Engineering & Systems"