Proposed Special Issue
Launch a focused collection that advances tissue repair and regenerative medicine.
Propose a special issue that shapes the field
Journal of Tissue Repair and Regeneration (JTRR) welcomes special issue proposals from leaders in the field.
A strong proposal demonstrates scientific relevance, a clear scope, and a realistic plan for high quality submissions.
Compelling theme
Addresses an important gap or emerging direction in tissue repair.
Defined scope
Clear inclusion criteria and boundaries for submissions.
Editorial leadership
Guest editors with demonstrated expertise and publication record.
Community reach
Evidence of author interest or collaborations that can deliver papers.
Feasible timeline
Realistic plan for invitations, submissions, and review.
Translational impact
Potential to influence clinical or translational practice.
Diversity of perspectives
Balanced representation of methods and disciplines.
Ethics readiness
Ability to manage conflicts and maintain review integrity.
- Working title and 200-300 word rationale.
- Brief overview of topic relevance and novelty.
- Guest editor names, affiliations, and short bios.
- List of potential contributors and target article types.
- Estimated submission and review timeline.
- Plan for promotion and community outreach.
- Statement of conflicts of interest for guest editors.
- Suggested reviewers for the theme if available.
Scope fit
Alignment with JTRR priorities and readership.
Feasibility
Likelihood of securing high quality submissions.
Scientific value
Potential to advance knowledge or clinical translation.
Resource needs
Editorial capacity to support the issue.
Ethics oversight
Plan for handling conflicts and review independence.
Timeline review
Confirmation that deadlines are achievable.
Balance
Coverage of diverse methods or viewpoints.
Sustainability
Opportunity to develop ongoing thematic series.
- Help refine the call for papers and ensure clear scope boundaries.
- Recommend qualified reviewers and suggest conflict free alternatives.
- Provide initial scope checks for submitted manuscripts.
- Coordinate with the editorial office on timelines and outreach.
- Avoid handling submissions with conflicts of interest.
- Communicate delays or concerns promptly.
Special issue timelines typically include a call for papers period, submission window, peer review phase, and publication grouping. Proposals should outline realistic milestones for each stage.
Guest editors should allow time for reviewer recruitment and revision cycles, particularly for multidisciplinary topics.
The editorial office will confirm feasibility and adjust timelines as needed to maintain review quality.
Send proposals to [email protected]. We will confirm receipt and provide next steps.
Approved proposals receive guidance on call for papers text and submission workflows.
Special issues help organize the field around shared challenges and accelerate translational progress.
Start or Contribute to a Special Issue
Propose a focused collection or submit your work to an active theme in tissue repair and regeneration.
