Submissions

Papers that make a substantial, original contribution to research, practice or policy in one or more of the EcoHealth thematic areas will provide the major contribution to each issue of EcoHealth. Submitted papers should be structured according to Instructions for Authors. 5000 word limit.

Each issue of EcoHealth will publish a small number of review papers relating to EcoHealth thematic areas. Reviews should emphasize the implications of the literature for future research design and/or application and policy implications within a specific context. 5000 word limit.

These brief contributions will present research results with broad relevance to EcoHealth thematic areas in no more than 1750 words. Short Communications should: avoid highly technical presentations and jargon specific to particular disciplines; not include section headings ("Methods", "Discussion", &tc.); and be accompanied by abstracts not exceeding 200 words. Manuscripts are peer-reviewed in the usual manner. 1750 word limit.

Featured Profiles should describe projects or programs exemplifying integrative and multi-disciplinary themes as outlined by the EcoHealth thematic areas, especially those linking research, practice and/or policy. 3000 word limit.

Each EcoHealth issue will feature cover art and an associated cover essay. The images on the cover may be drawn from the work of visual artists but may also encompass still pictures from models and simulations used to explore possible futures, or photographs which capture current investigations at a particularly resonant moment. Each cover will be accompanied by an essay exploring terrain similar to that presented in the artwork. This essay need not be written by the artist who did the work on the cover. 1000 word limit. Submit Cover Art and Essay enquiries to Art and Culture Editor.

EcoHealth will accept selected book-reviews addressing themes highly relevant to EcoHealth thematic areas. 1000 word limit.

Brief news reports, updates and literature highlights regarding topical issues and initiatives in research, practice and policy. Contributions to the What's New Section will not be copyrighted or cited. Must include contact person and/or website for further information. 200 word limit.

Papers may be submitted for the Forum section that present a point of view on any scientific or policy issue related to EcoHealth thematic areas. Prospective authors should first email a query to the Editor-In-Chief including a brief description of the concept. Forum manuscripts undergo peer review for content accuracy. 1500-3000 words.

* Double-blind peer review. Neither author nor peer-reviewers are identified to each other.

 

 

 

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