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Journals in Earth and planetary sciences

Elsevier's Earth and Planetary Sciences collection brings together pioneering research on the complexities of our planet and beyond. Covering topics from Earth's structural dynamics and ecosystems to planetary exploration, these titles support advancements in geoscience, environmental science, and space studies, offering essential insights for researchers, professionals, and students.

  • Journal of Marine Systems

    • ISSN: 0924-7963
    The Journal of Marine Systems provides a medium for interdisciplinary exchange among scientists and engineers engaged in marine sciences and technologies. Preference will be given to interdisciplinary approaches to marine systems.Papers published may include, but are not limited to:- Interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary research in oceanography- Marine physics, chemistry, biology and geology- Ocean engineering and technology- Coastal and open-ocean processes- Biogeochemistry and carbon cycling- Ocean observation and modelling- Climate-ocean interactions- Ocean health and sustainability- Blue ocean economy and ecosystem resilienceThe Journal of Marine Systems publishes 6 issues per year with original research papers, review articles, short communications, comments and perspectives. Research papers report original novel research results with a length of around 6000 words. Review articles focus on the key subjects of the journal and suggestions for topics by experts in their fields with a length of around 8000 words.Short communications should dedicate to new break-through studies of marine systems with a length of around 3,000 words.Comments analyze original research publications in the Journal of Marine Systems within a length of around 1,000 words.Perspectives discuss exciting and important findings in marine systems, with a length of around 2000 words and maximum 2 figures.Details for preparation are given in the Guide for Authors.
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  • Journal of Geodynamics

    • ISSN: 0264-3707
    The Journal of Geodynamics is an international and interdisciplinary forum for the publication of research results about the Solid Earth and other planets covering the entire multitude of scientific methods aimed at understanding deep and shallow processes in various tectonic settings and acting at different time- and length-scales. The Journal publishes results based on a multitude of research disciplines, including geophysics, geodesy, geochemistry, geology, and based on field observations, laboratory experiments, and numerical simulations.The Journal invites original research papers, including 'letters', as well as topical reviews with focus on geodynamics, including:Plate tectonic processes: driving mechanisms, paleo-geodynamics, numerical and analogue modeling in various tectonic settings in continents and oceans, including all stages of the Wilson cycle.Mantle geodynamics: mantle convection, hot spots and plumes, mantle transition zone, and secular evolution of the Earth.Lithospheric stress and deformation: geodetic and geologic observations of horizontal and vertical crustal movements; seismic, electrical and magnetic anisotropy; seismicity, tsunami hazards and impacts.Geodynamics of topographic change: role of deep processes on large-scale evolution of surface topography, including isostatic topography, dynamic topography and sea level change; driving forces of geomorphological variation and basin evolution.Earth-syst... behaviors: dynamic interactions among crust, mantle and core based on various observational proxies and numerical simulations that concern the energy and material transport and exchange across depths with implications on the geodynamic evolution and habitability of the planet Earth.Crustal and mantle rheology: laboratory experiments and numerical simulations; physical properties of rocks; rheological effects of volatiles and impurities.Geodynami... of magmatic processes: observations and models of mantle melting, magma transport and emplacement; modelling of volcanic eruption, geodynamic control on evolution of magmatic passive margins, large igneous provinces and dyke swarms.Geodynamics of large ice sheets: ice basal melting, glacial isostasy, ice-seismicity.Geody... control on ore and hydrocarbon mineral deposits.Planetary geodynamics: the physical processes governing the structure, evolution, and dynamics of planets and moons, focusing on silicate mantle convection, ice shell deformation, core behavior, meterorite impact, and surface tectonics.
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  • Marine Chemistry

    • ISSN: 0304-4203
    An International Journal for Studies of all Chemical Aspects of the Marine Environment Marine Chemistry publishes original empirical research, innovative methods and technologies, and novel modeling approaches in the field of marine chemistry and biogeochemistry. Preference will be given to hypothesis-driven studies that offer thought-provoking insights into the natural and human-induced controls and changes in ocean chemistry and biogeochemistry. Spatial scales range from the reach of tide to the open ocean and from molecules to ecosystems. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, nutrient dynamics, metal cycling, carbon cycling, trace elements, radionuclides, ocean acidification, carbon sequestration (e.g., carbon dioxide removal and nature-based climate change solutions), deep-sea vent chemistry/biogeochem... isotope chemistry/biogeochem... land-ocean-atmospher... interactions, air-sea exchange, weathering processes, biogeochemical behavior of pollutants (e.g., toxic metals and plastics), biogeochemical fluxes, applications of ‘omics techniques that provide insight into biogeochemistry, and new applications of artificial intelligence/machine learning in modelling approaches. Temporal scales span from in-situ measurements and time-series observations to reconstructions of recent environmental changes based on sedimentary records.Marine Chemistry publishes the following article types:Research - provides novel original data on a research topic in Marine Chemistry/Biogeochem... These articles should strive to be transformative and broad-reaching in their scope. Core articles with a typical length of 6,000 words and a maximum of 10,000 words.Reviews - provides an extensive literature-based perspective on a topic in marine chemistry/biogeochem... These article typically do not contain original data, if they are used to develop a broader scope of synthesis. Comprehensive surveys between 8,000 and 20,000 words, addressing topics that cross traditional boundaries.Short Communications - shorter versions of Research Articles that provide new data on new techniques but also can present exciting new results that the authors believe stands alone at an early stage in development. Concise research papers typically range from 3,000 to 5,000 words, including up to three figures or tables.Perspective - provides a unique viewpoint on an important research area in Marine Chemistry/Biogeochem... These articles can be on past, current, and/or future trends, but differ from a Review Article in that they include an objective personal view on how this research has changed or perhaps should change. The Editors solicit perspective articles, but unsolicited contributions are also welcome. Discussions of subjective positions or new concepts in less than 2,000 words.
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  • Earth and Planetary Science Letters

    • ISSN: 0012-821X
    Earth and Planetary Science Letters (EPSL) is a leading journal for researchers across the entire Earth and planetary sciences community. It publishes concise, exciting, high-impact articles ("Letters") of broad interest. Its focus is on physical and chemical processes, the evolution and general properties of the Earth and planets - from their deep interiors to their atmospheres. EPSL also includes a Frontiers section, featuring invited high-profile synthesis articles by leading experts on timely topics to bring cutting-edge research to the wider community.
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  • Organic Geochemistry

    • ISSN: 0146-6380
    The International Journal for the Rapid Publication of Current Research in Organic Geochemistry and Biogeochemistry and The Official Journal of the European Association of Organic GeochemistsOrganic Geochemistry serves as the only dedicated medium for the publication of peer-reviewed research on all phases of geochemistry in which organic compounds play a major role. The Editors welcome contributions covering a wide spectrum of subjects in the geosciences broadly based on organic chemistry (including molecular and isotopic geochemistry), and involving geology, biogeochemistry, environmental geochemistry, chemical oceanography and hydrology.The scope of the journal includes research involving organic matter in ancient strata (including source rocks, petroleum, natural gas and coal), recent sediments, the aqueous environment, and soils and the role of organics in the geochemical cycling of the elements. Sedimentological, paleontological and organic petrographic studies will also be considered for publication, if they are geochemically oriented. Papers cover the full range of research activities in organic geochemistry, and include comprehensive review articles, technical communications, discussion/reply correspondence and short technical notes. Peer-reviews organised through three Chief Editors and a staff of Associate Editors, are conducted by well known, respected members of the scientific community. The journal also publishes reviews of books, announcements of important conferences and meetings and other matters of direct interest to the organic geochemical community.This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals.
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  • Marine Geology

    • ISSN: 0025-3227
    Marine Geology is the journal on marine geological processes in the broadest sense. It seeks papers that are comprehensive, interdisciplinary and synthetic that will be lasting contributions to the field. Papers must demonstrate new findings and their context and significance discussed in terms of the international literature.Marine Geology accepts papers on subjects as diverse as seafloor hydrothermal systems, beach dynamics, early diagenesis, microbiological studies in sediments, palaeoclimate studies and geophysical studies of the seabed. Papers that address emerging new fields, for example the influence of anthropogenic processes on coastal and marine geology are particularly welcomed.The papers should be concerned with the coastal and marine realm in the broad sense and should deal with rocks, sediments, landforms (sedimentology, geomorphology, geoarchaeology, geochemistry), the physical and chemical and biological processes affecting them, and the characteristics and evolution of the processes/mechanisms as revealed by sedimentary archives.Papers should address scientific hypotheses: data compilations, including 'big data' and datasets of global significance, and papers that deal with marine management and risk assessment, sustainability issues, and hydrocarbon reservoir characterisation may be submitted to the journal on the condition that they demonstrate a close and clear relationship between these issues and coastal/marine geological processes and deposits. Papers on laboratory or modelling studies must demonstrate direct relevance to marine processes or deposits. Papers dealing with coastal deposits now on land may be accepted on condition that these deposits show continuity with, and their interpretation is relevant to, coastal and marine processes. Papers dealing with continental deposits that do not correspond to these criteria and must be submitted to other journals. The primary criteria for acceptance of papers include that the science is of high quality, novel, significant, and of broad international interest.
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  • Polar Science

    • ISSN: 1873-9652
    Published on behalf of the National Institute of Polar ResearchPolar Science is an international, peer-reviewed quarterly journal. It is dedicated to publishing original research articles for sciences relating to the polar regions of the Earth and other planets. Polar Science aims to cover 15 disciplines which are listed below; they cover most aspects of physical sciences, geosciences and life sciences, together with engineering and social sciences. Articles should attract the interest of broad polar science communities, and not be limited to the interests of those who work under specific research subjects. - Space and upper atmosphere physics - Atmospheric science/climatology - Glaciology - Oceanography/sea ice studies - Geology/petrology - Solid earth geophysics/seismolog... - Marine Earth science - Geomorphology/Cenozo... geology - Meteoritics - Terrestrial biology - Marine biology - Animal ecology - Environment - Polar Engineering - Humanities and social sciencesThis journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 13, (Climate Action) SDG 14 (Life below water) and SDG 15 (Life on land)
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  • Marine Structures

    • ISSN: 0951-8339
    Marine Structures provides a medium for presentation and discussion of the latest developments in research, design, fabrication, transport/installati... and in-service experiences relating to the field of Marine Structures .Marine Structures aims to advance knowledge specifically for Marine Structures that are constructed of steel, concrete, or new materials . It publishes topics on the classical areas of ships, fixed, mobile and floating offshore platforms, infrastructures, moorings, pipelines, cables, risers and subsea systems . Submissions on new and emerging research topics, including offshore renewable energies, aquaculture systems, underwater vehicles for offshore operations and related machine learning applications, are particularly welcome.The journal publishes topics including:Ocean environmental design conditions and associated,Loads exerted by waves, currents, wind, tides, ice and ground motions,Seabed foundations, anchoring systems and interaction with marine structural systems,Evaluation of static and dynamic structural responses including collapse behaviour,Fatigue and fracture,Materials selection, corrosion and other forms of degradation applied to marine structures,Formulati... and application of design methods and criteria including system reliability analysis, and optimization techniques,Inspectio... structural health monitoring, maintenance and lifetime extension,Fabricatio... transport, installation and decommissioning techniques,Resilient design of marine systems,Application of machine learning methods and data-driven models for strength and/or load/response predictions of marine structures,Marine Structures does not accept submissions on the following topics:Underwater acoustics,Underwater explosions,Military applications.
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  • Global and Planetary Change

    • ISSN: 0921-8181
    Global and Planetary Change publishes high-quality studies addressing all aspects of Earth System Science. The objective of the journal is to develop a multi-disciplinary understanding of planetary change and to improve knowledge of processes relevant at a global-scale. As such, the journal focuses equally on the geological and historical past as well as present-day and future scenarios based on observational records, experimental studies, and/or modelling. Regional or process-oriented studies are welcome provided that they are useful for understanding aspects of the Earth System.Suitable topics include, but are not limited to, studies of the dynamic Deep Earth and lithosphere to (near-)surface processes; changes in the dynamics and composition of the atmosphere, hydrosphere and cryosphere; climate change, the carbon cycle, and sea level fluctuations; global ecology, biogeography, and extinction; planetary boundaries and ecosystem resilience/threshold... and global change impacts on food security, water resources, and urban sustainability.Key criteria for the consideration of manuscripts include (a) their relevance for the global scientific community and/or (b) their wider implications for global-scale problems, preferably combined with (c) having a significance beyond a single discipline. Manuscripts may be submitted as either original research papers or as authoritative review articles. Every effort should be made to present research outcomes in a way that is understandable for a broad international readership.Please ensure your submission fulfils the following checklist of requirements to maximise the likelihood of consideration:A title and abstract that emphases its relevance to global-scale process and/or eventsA list of at least 5 potential reviewers that includes scientists from outside your network selected from across the global communityA short cover letter that concisely explains the wider global implications of your work
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  • Palaeoworld

    • ISSN: 1871-174X
    Published on behalf of the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Palaeontology, CASPalaeoworld is a peer-reviewed bimonthly journal dedicated to the study of past life and its environment. We encourage submission of original manuscripts on all aspects of palaeontology and stratigraphy, comparisons of regional and global data in time and space, and results generated by interdisciplinary investigations in related fields. Some issues will be devoted entirely to a special theme whereas others will be composed of contributed articles. Palaeoworld is dedicated to serving a broad spectrum of geoscientists and palaeobiologists as well as serving as a resource for students in fields as diverse as palaeobiology, evolutionary biology, taxonomy and phylogeny, geobiology, historical geology, and palaeoenvironment.Pa... publishes original articles in the following areas:•Phylogeny and taxonomic studies of all fossil groups •Biostratigraphy, chemostratigraphy, chronostratigraphy •Palaeoecology, palaeoenvironment and global changes throughout Earth history •Tempo and mode of biological evolution •Biological events in Earth history (e.g., extinctions, radiations) •Ecosystem evolution •Geobiology and molecular palaeobiology •Palaeontological and stratigraphic methods •Interdisciplinary studies focusing on fossils and strataPalaeoworld accepts the following categories of contributions:Origin... technical research papers and case studies Short communications Review articles (normally invited) Palaeoworld PerspectivesCollecti... of articles on a special theme Letter to the Editors Book reviewsThis journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 13 (Climate Action).
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