Publishing in a Special Issue

A Special Issue is a curated collection of peer-reviewed articles focused on a topical and timely area of research within the scope of the Journal of 21st Century Pathology. These Issues are designed to showcase high-quality, insightful work on emerging themes and are often very well received within the scientific and clinical communities.

Publishing in a Special Issue offers authors:

• The opportunity to publish alongside leading researchers and collaborators
• Benefit from the guidance and expertise of Guest Editors and the journal's editorial team
• Enhanced visibility, readership, and impact within a focused research area

This page outlines the process of identifying and submitting your manuscript to a Special Issue.

Finding the Right Special Issue

Special Issues provide a focused forum for advancing knowledge in specialized domains such as AI-powered pathology, spatial diagnostics, biomedical illustration, and cross-disciplinary translational research.

To find an open Special Issue relevant to your work:

• Visit the Calls for Papers section on the journal homepage
• Review the scope and submission criteria of each available Issue
• Ensure your manuscript aligns with the theme and contributes original insight

Peer Review Process

All submissions to Special Issues undergo the same rigorous peer review as standard articles published in the journal:

• Each manuscript is evaluated for scientific quality, relevance, and integrity
• Reviews are conducted by qualified experts in the article’s subject area
• The editorial process adheres to the journal’s publishing ethics and transparency standards

Only papers approved through peer review will be accepted for publication.

Article Processing Charges (APC)

If the Special Issue is part of an open access volume:

• An Article Publication Charge (APC) will apply upon acceptance
• Full details are available in the Open Access section under the Contribute menu