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1.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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2.Applications of Machine Learning in Solar Physics

Living Reviews in Solar Physics is a diamond open-access journal that publishes invited reviews of research in all areas of solar and heliospheric physics.

Journal Name: Living Reviews in Solar Physics

Scope: This special issue seeks a collection of articles on the applications of machine learning techniques in solar and heliophysics, such as solar feature detection and solar event classification, solar cycle prediction, and space weather forecasting.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-03-2026

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3.Cropland Use Mapping and Monitoring with Remote Sensing

Croplands, occupying approximately 13% of Earth’s land surface, are pivotal for global food security and sustaining human populations through providing essential resources for agriculture. Accurate and timely monitoring of cropland use provides critical information for resource management and decision-making at various levels. Recent advances in remote sensing technologies as well as data-model integration and AI technologies enable the mapping and monitoring of cropland use across multiple scales, e.g., global, regional and fields.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This special issue aims to disseminate state-of-the-art research and applications using remote sensing techniques for monitoring and mapping of croplands use.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2025

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4.Advances in Energy GeoStorage

The Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering does not have any Article Processing Charges (APCs) or publication fees. The Chinese Academy of Sciences covers the open access fees for this journal.

Journal Name: Journal of Rock Mechanics and Geotechnical Engineering

Scope: This special issue seeks to showcase pioneering research on subsurface storage technologies, including but not limited to hydrogen storage in porous reservoirs, compressed air energy storage, hydrogen storage, nuclear waste repository design, and integrated renewable energy solutions.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-03-2026

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5.Special Issue: Theoretical and Mathematical Physics with Astrophysical Applications

Arabian Journal of Mathematics publishes significant research papers across all mainstream branches of pure and applied mathematics. The journal Imposes no submission or publication charges for authors or their institutions.

Journal Name: Arabian Journal of Mathematics

Scope: The collection aims to reflect the vibrant scientific research and progress within the realm of physics and astrophysics in Central Asia.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-12-2025

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6.Special Issue of Machine Learning in Particle Physics

Machine learning (ML) has become increasingly important in the field of particle physics, contributing significantly to both experimental and theoretical aspects of this field.

Journal Name: Nuclear Physics B

Scope: ML will continue to play a vital role in advancing particle physics by enabling the analysis of massive datasets, improving the accuracy of simulations and models, and uncovering new physics, all while enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of experimental, phenomenological and theoretical work. The aim of the Special Issue on Machine Learning in Particle Physics is to provide a platform to advance the field, which is fully within the scope of the journal Nuclear Physics B.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2025

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7.Remote Sensing for Dryland Sustainability

Drylands are defined by scarcity of water and limited soil moisture, which account for 41% of the global terrestrial area and are home to a third of the global human population and half of the livestock. Global drylands encompass deserts, grasslands, savannahs, Mediterranean ecosystems, and even some forests.

Journal Name: Journal of Remote Sensing

Scope: This Special Issue intends to enrich our collective knowledge of remote sensing for dryland sustainability. Topics may include, but are not limited to: Extent and shifts of global drylands, Climate and hydrological trends over global drylands, Food, water, and energy securities in a socio-ecological context, Advanced data analytics, machine learning, and AI, Novel field, UAV, and spaceborne instruments.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 31-12-2025

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8.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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9.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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10.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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11.Sustainable nanomaterials for energy conversion and environmental remediation

The Beilstein Journal Of Nanotechnology is a Diamond Open Access. There are no fees for authors or readers.

Journal Name: Beilstein Journal Of Nanotechnology

Scope: This thematic issue focuses on science and engineering aspects of sustainable nanomaterials for energy conversion and environmental remediation, with emphasis on design principles, interface control, and device integration.

Publication Cost: No Publication Fee (Free Publication)

Submission Deadline: 30-04-2026

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12.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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