Call for Papers in Geography Journals - Special Issues


Publish your research in special issues of reputed geography journals — now accepting submissions!


1.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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2.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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3.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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4.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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5.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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6.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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