River Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section of River Studies Journal. We're here to address common queries about our journal, its focus, submission process, and more. If you can't find the information you need, feel free to reach out to our dedicated editorial team.

1. About River Studies Journal:

   • What is the River Studies Journal? River Studies Journal is a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing knowledge about rivers, ecosystems, and related topics. It serves as a platform for researchers, scientists, and practitioners to share their insights and advancements in river studies.

2. Topics Covered:

   • What topics are covered? We cover a broad spectrum, including hydrology, ecology, geomorphology, water quality, river restoration, management, climate change impacts, biodiversity, and human interactions with rivers, encompassing public health and environmental health.

3. Submission Process:

   • How can I submit my research? Visit our "Submit Manuscript" page on our website for detailed instructions on formatting, submission requirements, and the peer-review process, ensuring rigorous evaluation for quality and relevance.

4. Open Access:

   • Is the Journal open access? Yes, we follow an open-access model, ensuring free accessibility to all articles. Authors are required to pay an article processing fee upon acceptance to support the publication process.

5. Peer-Review Process:

   • What is the peer-review process like? All submissions undergo a double-blind peer-review process, ensuring anonymity for both authors and reviewers. Expert evaluations focus on scientific validity, methodology, significance, and clarity.

6. Publication Timeline:

   • How long does it take for an article to get published? We strive for efficiency, with an average peer-review duration of 2-3 months. Once accepted, articles are typically published online within a few weeks.

7. Special Issues:

   • Can I propose a special issue? Absolutely! We welcome proposals focusing on specific themes or emerging areas within river studies. Contact the editorial team with your proposal, including theme, guest editors, and a proposed timeline.

8. Stay Updated:

   • How can I stay updated? Subscribe to our mailing list for notifications on new articles, special issues, and announcements. Follow us on social media for regular updates.

9. Authors and Submissions:

   • Who can submit to the Journal? Researchers, academics, practitioners, experts, or students in the field of river studies and public health are encouraged to submit original research articles, reviews, and case studies.

10. Fees and Payments:

• What are the fees and payment procedures? Authors are required to pay a publication charge upon acceptance. The fee covers peer review, editorial handling, typesetting, DOI, and online hosting. Payment can be made securely online through various methods or via bank transfer. Detailed instructions will be provided upon acceptance. See the instruction at our publication charge page

11. Trustworthiness:
    • Is this publisher trustworthy? How do I ensure? Verify our credibility through factors such as our journal's reputation, editorial board qualifications, open-access policies, transparent peer-review processes, adherence to publication ethics, and recommendations from trusted colleagues.

For further inquiries or assistance, contact our editorial team at info@riverstudies or text us at +6289510816900. Thank you for considering River Studies Journal—we eagerly anticipate your contributions to advancing river-related research.