Call for Guest Editors-Journal of Animal and Plant Biology (JAPB)

2026-07-17

Call for Guest Editors
Journal of Animal and Plant Biology (JAPB)

Invitation for Scholars to Serve as Guest Editors for Special Issues

Journal of Animal and Plant Biology (JAPB) invites qualified scholars, researchers, and experts from universities and research institutions worldwide to apply for the position of Guest Editor for upcoming Special Issues.

We welcome academics with strong research backgrounds and international academic experience to propose and organize Special Issues focusing on emerging topics, interdisciplinary research, and frontier developments in animal and plant biology, and related fields.

Responsibilities of Guest Editors

Guest Editors will be responsible for:

  • Proposing a Special Issue topic aligned with current research trends;

  • Developing the Call for Papers and promoting the Special Issue within the academic community;

  • Inviting potential authors and encouraging high-quality submissions;

  • Coordinating the peer-review process with the editorial office;

  • Providing recommendations on manuscript decisions based on reviewers' comments;

  • Contributing to the academic quality and visibility of the Special Issue.

Research Areas

We welcome proposals covering, but not limited to:

  • Animal Physiology, Behavior, and Ecology

  • Plant Physiology, Development, and Genetics

  • Taxonomy, Systematics, and Evolutionary Biology

  • Conservation Biology and Biodiversity

  • Molecular and Cellular Biology of Animals and Plants

  • Animal-Plant Interactions and Coevolution

  • Agricultural and Applied Biology

  • Environmental and Climate Change Impacts on Flora and Fauna

  • Interdisciplinary Studies Linking Biology with Environmental Science, Agriculture, and Biotechnology

Eligibility

Applicants should:

  • Hold a Ph.D. degree or equivalent academic qualification;

  • Be affiliated with a recognized university or research institution;

  • Have a strong publication record in relevant research fields;

  • Possess experience in academic reviewing, editorial work, or research project management;

  • Demonstrate enthusiasm for promoting international academic exchange.

Benefits of Serving as Guest Editor

Selected Guest Editors will receive:

  • Official recognition as Guest Editor of a JAPB Special Issue;

  • An opportunity to lead an international academic collection;

  • Editorial experience and academic networking opportunities;

  • A Guest Editor certificate issued by the journal;

  • Promotion of the Special Issue through the journal's academic channels.

How to Apply

Interested scholars are invited to submit:

  • A brief academic biography (CV);

  • Proposed Special Issue title and research scope;

  • A short description of the topic significance;

  • Institutional affiliation and contact information.

Please send your application to:
Email: JAPB@upsjournals.com
Subject: Application for JAPB Guest Editor

We look forward to collaborating with scholars worldwide to advance research and knowledge exchange in animal and plant biology.

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