Proposed Special Issue

Launch a focused collection that shapes the future of preventive medicine and care.

Special issues bring focused attention to high-impact topics in preventive medicine, such as health equity, chronic disease prevention, or digital prevention programs. JPMC invites proposals that align with our mission and address timely challenges in population health.

A strong special issue creates a cohesive narrative that moves from evidence to action. We favor themes that attract multidisciplinary contributions and offer clear relevance to prevention practice, policy, or system-level improvement.

Proposals should be clear, concise, and structured to help the editorial team evaluate feasibility and impact. Provide enough detail for reviewers to understand the theme, scope, and intended outcomes.

If available, include a brief justification of why the topic is urgent now and how the collection will advance preventive medicine.

• Proposed theme and rationale
• Guest editor names and affiliations
• Draft list of topics or subthemes
• Estimated timeline and call-for-papers plan
• Expected number of submissions
• Target audiences and intended practice or policy impact

Each proposal is evaluated for strategic fit, scholarly merit, and the ability to attract high-quality submissions within a realistic timeline.

We also assess how the topic supports equity, prevention outcomes, and cross-sector collaboration.

• Alignment with preventive medicine scope
• Scientific novelty and policy relevance
• Feasibility of timeline and editorial capacity
• Potential to attract diverse, high-quality submissions
• Clarity of scope and coherence of proposed subthemes

• Help finalize the call for papers and promotion plan
• Recommend expert reviewers and manage revisions
• Ensure scope alignment and consistent quality standards
• Coordinate with the JPMC editorial team on timelines

Most special issues run for 6 to 12 months depending on scope. JPMC provides a structured timeline and editorial support to keep submissions on track.

Proposals should include an estimated call period, review window, and publication target.

• Call for papers launch and promotion
• Submission and review windows
• Revision and acceptance period
• Final publication schedule

Special issues elevate emerging topics, build scholarly communities, and create a lasting reference point for prevention practice.

Guest editors gain visibility and influence while contributing to a structured, high-impact collection.

• Stronger visibility for emerging prevention topics
• Expanded collaboration across disciplines
• Accelerated dissemination of evidence and best practices

JPMC supports special issues with targeted promotion to researchers, practitioners, and policy leaders. Guest editors can collaborate with the journal team on outreach strategies and visibility planning.

We encourage the use of webinars, institutional networks, and professional associations to attract strong submissions.

Special issues are designed to publish a cohesive set of high-quality manuscripts. We recommend proposing a realistic number of submissions based on the topic maturity and network reach.

Guest editors should identify potential contributors early and encourage diverse participation to strengthen the issue.

After approval, the editorial office will coordinate timelines, templates, and promotional materials to support a successful call for papers. Clear early planning helps maximize submission quality and reviewer availability, and keeps the issue on schedule.

JPMC supports authors, editors, and reviewers with timely guidance on scope, policies, and workflows. If you need clarification on requirements, data statements, or review timelines, contact the editorial office at [email protected]. We can provide templates, examples, and best-practice recommendations to help you move forward confidently. Our responses typically include next steps, resource links, and a clear point of contact. Early communication helps avoid delays, ensures consistent compliance, and improves the overall publication experience.