Author Resources
Elsevier Author Resources
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Elsevier Author Resources
SRM wants to bring attention to resources created by our publishing partner:
Fundamentals of Manuscript Preparation at Elsevier Research Academy
“In this series of modules, we walk you through some of the key points you should pay attention to during that all-important manuscript preparation stage.
We explain how the publishing cycle works from submission and peer review through to decision time! You will learn about the various elements in a traditional research article and receive valuable tips on how to maximize their potential. Additionally, we highlight the importance of the abstract and how you can make sure yours packs a punch.”
-Elsevier Research Academy
Rangelands Wants to Publish YOUR Content!
Rangelands Wants to Publish YOUR Content!
Rangelands accepts a variety of paper types, including Research papers, Forums, and Viewpoints, Review papers, and Historical papers, which can be published as open access for $1500 for non-society members and $1350 for society members (excluding relevant taxes where applicable). Also Research Notes Technical Notes, Comments and Replies and Research and Partnership Highlights papers can be published for just $500 for non-society members and $400 for society members (excluding relevant taxes where applicable). Rangelands provides a forum for the presentation and discussion of facts, ideas, and philosophies pertaining to the state of rangeland science (quantitative and qualitative), art, management, technology, policy, economics, education (formal and informal), society, and culture. We welcome submissions of the following types:
Research Papers (3,000 to 8,000 words) report findings from qualitative and quantitative research in a variety of rangeland disciplines. These papers are reviewed thoroughly for their scientific content, methodology, validity of results and inferences. They should contribute to our current knowledge of rangelands with regard to their conservation and management. Research Papers are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Review Papers (3,000-8,000 words) summarize the current state of understanding on a topic related to rangeland ecology and management. These papers summarize previously published studies, rather than report new findings or analyses. Review Papers are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Research Notes (3,000 words maximum) are short papers reporting research results of immediate interest. Notes are intended to foster communication on emerging research topics and concepts. These submissions are reviewed for their scientific interest and their ability to foster communication of new ideas and concepts. Research Notes are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Technical Notes (3,000 words maximum) are short papers reporting new techniques and technologies, including those that are conceptual and qualitative. Technical Notes are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Forums (3,000 to 6,000 words) are conceptual in nature and provide an informative summary of contemporary topics, synthesis of research from multiple disciplines or sources, or alternative views of contentious issues. These can focus on a variety of topics including management, policy, education, society, and culture. Forums are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Viewpoints (2,000 to 5,000 words) may outline innovative theories, discuss old ideas that deserve to be revisited considering new information, or provide interesting commentaries on a “hot topic.” Viewpoints are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Letter to the Editor (1,500 words maximum) provide an opportunity for readers to comment on any topic of interest or concern to the SRM community. Letters to the Editor receive editorial review, and the editor reserves the right to reject any letter unsuitable for publication or to edit the text to conform to style and available space. Letters to the Editor are reviewed by a minimum of 1 reviewer and 1 editor.
Comments and Replies (2,000 words maximum) are short clarifications of, rebuttals to, or comments on papers published in Rangelands and a response by the original paper’s authors. Comments and replies are peer-reviewed for technical accuracy and merit. Comments and Replies are reviewed by a minimum of 1 reviewer and 1 editor.
Research and Partnership Highlights (2,000 words maximum) describe emerging, high-impact research projects, management activities, or collaborative efforts of interest to the Rangelands audience. Highlights are reviewed for technical accuracy and are accepted at the discretion of the editor based on their relevance to Rangelands readers. Research and Partnership Highlights are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
Columns are invited, regularly published pieces by select authors on a variety of topics. Columns are reviewed by the editors.
Historical Papers (6,000 words maximum) are invited submissions and provide a retrospective look at rangeland science, management, policy, education, and culture. Historical Papers are reviewed by a minimum of 2 reviewers.
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