Sections

(See About the Journal - General Features for more details)

Original Research Papers are generally based upon hypothesis-driven research providing new information to the knowledge base, not just to confirm previously published work. Descriptive studies presenting novel information or observations and/or scholarly insight that contributes to advancement of the state of information on a given scientific topic are also allowed.

Review Articles are welcome and should cover either narrow disciplinary subjects or broad issues requiring interdisciplinary discussion. They should contain not only an up-to-date review of scientific literature but also substantial scholarly interpretation of the quality of existing data, the status of knowledge, and the research required to advance knowledge of the subject are essential. Reviews consisting solely of a summary of published data without interpretation leading to new insights or recommendations for new research directions will be returned to the author without review.

Notes should differ from full papers on the basis of scope or completeness, rather than quality of research. They may report significant new results which represent a major breakthrough or new discovery arising from problems with narrow, well defined limits, or important findings that should therefore be published quickly. They should not be used for preliminary results. Papers must contain sufficient data to establish that the research has achieved reliable and significant results.  Their text should neither exceed 1500 words  (approximately six pages of typescript) excluding keywords, tables and references, nor be divided up into conventional sections.

Technical Papers should present new methods, devices or procedures for either research methodology or analysis-related techniques. It may also describe the state of a technical or scientific research problem and provides a new approach.

Marine Insights offers a space for presenting research findings in marine and fisheries sciences that are relevant to academia and important for the oceans and their resources. Unlike a traditional Review, this section adopts a more innovative approach, aiming to appeal to a broad audience, including policymakers and the general public. Therefore, it is important to ensure that they are written in an accessible, semi-journalistic style that captures the interest of both specialized and non-specialized readers. Manuscripts are peer-reviewed.

Points of View is a public forum for short comments or opinions on marine affairs and policies, fisheries management, and administration. Authors may share their personal opinions on these topics respectfully and based on facts, current issues, and legislations. Comments should be written in a clear and understandable manner, avoiding the use of technical terms whenever possible. Although opinions are encouraged, they should be founded on sound reasoning developed from peer-reviewed literature. Unfounded opinions or partisan political themes will not be accepted. This section is peer-reviewed at the editor´s discretion.