Special issues bring together related studies and reviews on a shared topic. Submitting to a special issue can increase visibility among readers who follow a specific chemistry theme.

• Focused thematic exposure for your work
• Engagement with a curated group of contributors
• Opportunity to connect research with applied challenges

Review the special issue description and ensure that your manuscript clearly addresses the theme. Highlight how your research contributes to the focus area, whether through synthesis, characterization, analytical development, or theoretical insight.

If you are unsure about fit, contact the editorial office for guidance before submission.

• Review the Ongoing Special Issue page and confirm alignment with the theme.
• Prepare your manuscript using the Instructions for Authors.
• Submit via Manuscript Zone and identify the special issue in the Cover Letter field.

• Manuscript file with title page and main text
• Figures and tables as separate editable files
• Cover letter noting the special issue title
• Data Availability Statement
• Ethics approval and consent statements where applicable

Reporting checklists should be included when relevant. This supports transparent evaluation and improves reproducibility.

Special issue submissions follow the same editorial standards as regular submissions. Manuscripts are screened for scope, originality, and ethical compliance. Guest editors recommend reviewers and provide guidance, while the editorial office makes final decisions.

Authors may be asked to revise to improve clarity, reporting, or chemical interpretation. Provide a point by point response to reviewer comments.

Accepted special issue articles are published open access and receive a DOI. Article Processing Charges apply after acceptance according to the journal policy. Membership discounts may apply when eligible.

Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting and production. Authors review proofs for accuracy before publication. Special issue articles appear in the issue collection and remain available in the journal archive.

Journal of New Developments in Chemistry follows COPE and ICMJE guidance. Manuscripts must be original, not under review elsewhere, and free of plagiarism. AI tools may be used for language assistance, but must be disclosed, and authors remain responsible for all content.