Call for Papers in Agricultural Biological Sciences Journals - Special Issues


Publish your research in special issues of reputed agricultural biological sciences journals — now accepting submissions!


1.Special Issue: Polar Geotechnical Engineering and Environmental Protection

This journal is a peer reviewed, subsidized open access journal where the China University of Mining & Technology pays the OA fee. Authors do not have to pay any open access publication fee.

Journal Name: International Journal of Mining Science and Technology

Scope: This Special Issue focuses on polar and periglacial geotechnical and environmental engineering challenges. The issue intends to promote sustainable engineering in polar and periglacial regions.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 15-01-2026

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2.Satellite Earth Observations for Sustainable Water and Land Management in Africa

The Journal of Remote Sensing is an Open Access journal supported by article processing charges (APCs). There are no submission charges. Through December 2027, all APCs will be covered by Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This special issue will provide a dedicated platform for researchers to share cutting-edge research on using big earth data for sustainable water and land management. It will cover a wide range of topics, such as remote sensing assessment of water availability, agricultural water use monitoring, land use and land cover mapping, and integrated management of water and land resources.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 01-12-2026

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3.Call for papers: Contemporary biodiversity challenges and economic responses

You can publish an open access article in this diamond partnership journal. Authors in this journal are not required to pay an article processing charge (APC).

Journal Name: Journal of Economics and Development

Scope: This call for papers seeks to bring together leading experts and practitioners to critically explore the economic implications of biodiversity and natural capital challenges in this contemporary global economy.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-04-2026

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4.Call for Review Articles for Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies

The Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies publishes peer-review research on sustainability in business and economics with a focus on Asia. The journal is published in partnership with the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City.

Journal Name: Journal of Asian Business and Economic Studies

Scope: invites the submission of high-quality review articles that critically examine, integrate, and extend the frontiers of knowledge in contemporary Economics, Finance, and Business.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-06-2026

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5.Indian National Young Academy of Science (INYAS) Special Issue

Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy is a peer-reviewed journal, publishing original research and reviews across various scientific disciplines.

Journal Name: Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy

Scope: One of the key aims of INYAS is to advance science education and outreach. Scientific and scholarly works are steps towards this direction. The Special Issue aims to highlight scientific and technological advancements driving India’s comprehensive growth and future prosperity.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-04-2026

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6.Computational Algebra in Mathematical Biology

A 100% discount is offered for articles submitted between 2025-1-1 and 2026-12-31, which are accepted for publication after peer review.

Journal Name: Journal of Computational Algebra

Scope: This special issue invites submissions that either develop new theoretical frameworks and algorithms in algebra with applications to Life sciences, or present applications of existing algebraic theories and algorithms to biological problems.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-06-2026

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7.Special Issue: Theory and intelligent control technology of dynamic disasters in deep earth resource development

The Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering is inviting research papers for its special issue for free publication. All the publications are open access.

Journal Name: Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

Scope: Focus areas include underground space development, energy extraction and storage, and deep mining environments.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 01-06-2026

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8.Foundation Models based Multimodal Earth Observation Data Fusion and Applications

The Journal of Remote Sensing is an Open Access journal supported by article processing charges (APCs). There are no submission charges. Through December 2027, all APCs will be covered by Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This issue is dedicated to exploring how the fusion of diverse observational modalities can be enhanced and automated through foundation-model approaches. We seek to showcase cutting-edge research that not only advances methodological integration but also demonstrates tangible impacts across critical domains including ecosystem monitoring, climate resilience, sustainable urban development and planetary-scale decision support.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2026

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9.Sustainable Development: Trends, Challenges and Future Directions

The United Nations conducted different initiatives to raise awareness for the need for sustainability actions, including establishing voluntary reporting platforms to share commitment and actions, annual events and reporting, and the establishment of platforms, etc.

Journal Name: Journal of Business and Socio-economic Development

Scope: The special issue is open to allow sharing practices from different countries and societal impact. It is expected to gain insight into how societies were impacted negatively or positively in committing to certain SDGs and what the main challenges are that could be resolved at national and global level.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-05-2026

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10.Advances in Hyperspectral Remote Sensing: Intelligent Extraction and Applications Show / hide sections navigation Scope Guest Editors Submission Instructions Table of Contents

The Journal of Remote Sensing, an Open Access journal published in association with AIR-CAS

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This special issue seeks contributions focusing on cutting-edge hyperspectral remote sensing applications from the plot- to the satellite-level. We also seek contributions that utilize intelligent image processing and information extraction techniques to more effectively exploit the vast importation contained in hyperspectral data cubes. These applications are being focused on themes such as urban, ecology, geology, agriculture, resources, and wetland.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-06-2026

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11.Understanding multi-scale fractures and faults in contemporary subsurface applications for decarbonization

Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal. Chinese Academy of Sciences pays the OA fee. Authors do not have to pay any open-access publication fee.

Journal Name: Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

Scope: This Special Issue invites submissions that apply and develop advanced multi-scale tools and methods to address challenges in contemporary subsurface utilization. Contributions offering new scientific insights and explaining how they improve our understanding of geosystems and promote sustainability are welcome.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 01-09-2026

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12.Special Issue on Digital Marginalisation, AI Bias, and Cultural Representation in South Asia

The Journal Of Underrepresented And Minority Progress is a research journal that publishes research related to Arts and Humanities; Psychology; Social Sciences.

Journal Name: Journal Of Underrepresented And Minority Progress

Scope: The Journal of Underrepresented & Minority Progress (JUMP) invites contributions for a special issue exploring how digital cultures and systems can both reflect and reinforce social marginalisation in the Global South, with a focus on South Asian contexts.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-01-2026

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13.Sustainability and Digitalisation in Maritime Logistics

Maritime Business Review is a peer-reviewed and open-access journal. Authors in this journal are not required to pay an article processing charge (APC). Pacific Star Group funds all publishing charges.

Journal Name: Maritime Business Review

Scope: The Maritime Business Review, published by Emerald Publishing, invites research papers for a forthcoming themed issue on “Sustainability and Digitalisation in Maritime Logistics.” This Special Issue aims to advance scholarly understanding of the transformative impact of digital technologies on sustainable practices within the maritime logistics sector.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-10-2026

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14.2026 Special Issue: Addiction and Forensic Sciences

The journal aims to feature original scientific contributions in the field of addiction, foster academic discussion, and support the development of evidence-based policies and practices related to addiction.

Journal Name: Addicta-the Turkish Journal On Addictions

Scope: This special issue aims to focus on the intersections between addiction and crime, forensic processes, the criminal justice system, forensic medicine, and forensic sciences.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-09-2026

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