Call for Special Issue Proposals - Dr. BGR Publications

About Special Issues

A Special Issue is a focused collection of high-quality scholarly articles focused on a specific research theme, emerging topic, or interdisciplinary area. Special Issues provide an excellent platform for researchers to present cutting-edge findings, foster academic collaboration, and highlight advancements in rapidly evolving fields.

Dr. BGR Publications invites academicians, researchers, and industry experts from around the world to propose and contribute to Special Issues that align with our mission of promoting impactful and ethical research dissemination.

Scope of Special Issues

Special Issues may cover (but are not limited to):

• Emerging and interdisciplinary research themes
• Recent advances in science, technology, engineering, management, and humanities
• Innovative methodologies and applications
• Industry-academia collaborative research
• Policy, sustainability, and societal impact studies

Both theoretical and applied research contributions are welcome.

Who Can Propose a Special Issue?

We welcome proposals from:

• Professors and senior academicians
• Early-career researchers with strong publication records
• Research group leaders
• Industry professionals with academic collaboration
• Editorial board members
• Members of Dr. BGR Publications

Proposals may be submitted by individual Guest Editors or editorial teams.

Role of Guest Editors

• Defining the theme and scope of the Special Issue
• Promoting the Call for Papers
• Managing the peer-review process in coordination with the journal editorial office
• Ensuring academic quality and ethical publishing standards

All submissions undergo rigorous peer review as per journal / ISBN policies.

Submission Guidelines for Special Issue Proposals

A Special Issue proposal should include:

• Title of the Special Issue
• Theme and Objectives (150–250 words)
• Proposed Topics / Keywords
• Guest Editor(s) Details (Full name, Institutional affiliation, Email address, ORCID id, Short academic biography)
• Tentative Timeline
• Call for Papers release
• Submission deadline
• Review completion
• Expected publication date

Manuscript Types Accepted

• Original Research Articles
• Review Articles
• Case Studies
• Short Communications
• Conceptual Papers
• Critical Essays
• Comparative Studies
• Policy and Philosophical Analyses
• Technical Notes
• Experimental Studies
• Applied Research Papers

All manuscripts must follow the journal formatting and ethical guidelines.

Submission Process

• Submit the Special Issue proposal via email
• Editorial review and approval
• Announcement of Call for Papers
• Manuscript submission and peer review
• Final acceptance and publication
• Email: drbgrpublications@gmail.com

Special Issue Submission Policy for Guest Editors

To ensure an efficient and transparent editorial workflow, only single (combined) submission is permitted for Special Issues.

• The Guest Editor shall circulate the Call for Papers and collect all manuscripts from invited authors.
• Manuscripts must be screened by the Guest Editor for relevance, formatting, and basic quality before submission.
• Once all papers are finalized, the Guest Editor must submit all collected manuscripts together in a single submission to the Publisher .
• Individual or multiple submissions by authors are not permitted for Special Issues.
• Submissions sent separately or in multiple batches will not be accepted.

This policy helps:

• Avoid duplicate or multiple submissions
• Maintain editorial consistency
• Streamline peer review and publication timelines
• Ensure smooth coordination between Guest Editors and the Publisher
• For any clarification regarding the Special Issue submission process, Guest Editors may contact the Editorial Office.

Ethics & Quality Assurance

Dr. BGR Publications follows strict ethical publishing standards, ensuring originality, transparency, and academic integrity. All submitted manuscripts are screened for plagiarism and reviewed by experts in the field.

Important Dates (Indicative)

Copyright Submission Policy

Submission of the Copyright Transfer / Copyright Declaration Form is mandatory (100%) for all Special Issue submissions.

The following requirements must be strictly followed:

• The Copyright Form must be submitted without exception.
• All Guest Editors involved in the Special Issue are required to submit the Copyright Form.
• For each manuscript, the Corresponding Author must submit the duly signed Copyright Form.
• Manuscripts will not be processed for review or publication without the completed Copyright Form.
• No excuses, extensions, or exemptions will be accepted under any circumstances.

This policy ensures:

• Legal compliance
• Protection of authors’ and publisher’s rights
• Ethical and transparent publication practices
• Failure to comply with this requirement will result in rejection or delay of the manuscript.

Editorial Note (Optional but Recommended)
By submitting a manuscript or participating as a Guest Editor, contributors agree to comply fully with the copyright and publication policies of Dr. BGR Publications.

Open Access License

All articles published in Dr. BGR Publications’ open access journals are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0).

Under this license:

• Readers are free to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, and link to the full texts of articles
• The work may be shared, reused, adapted, and reproduced in any medium or format
• Commercial use is permitted

Provided that:

• Appropriate credit is given to the original author(s)
• Proper citation of the journal and publisher is included
• A link to the CC BY 4.0 license is provided
• Any changes made to the original work are clearly indicated

© The Author(s). Published by Dr. BGR Publications.

Editorial Note (Optional – adds clarity)
Authors retain copyright of their work and grant Dr. BGR Publications the right to publish the article and identify itself as the original publisher.

Post-Publication and Plagiarism Policy

Once a Special Issue has been published, all contents are considered final.

Post-Publication Changes

• No corrections, additions, or deletions will be accepted after publication under any circumstances.
• Authors and Guest Editors must ensure that all manuscripts are accurate, complete, and approved prior to publication.
• Any request for post-publication modification will be strictly rejected.

Plagiarism and Ethical Responsibility

• Full responsibility for plagiarism or any ethical misconduct lies solely with the author(s) of the manuscript.
• Dr. BGR Publications and the Publisher shall not be held responsible for plagiarism, data falsification, or unethical content submitted by authors.
• If plagiarism or serious ethical issues are identified before or after publication, the concerned article will be removed immediately without prior notice.
• The Publisher reserves the right to take appropriate editorial action, including article removal, public notice, and notification to concerned institutions, where necessary.

Editorial Declaration (Highly Recommended)
By submitting a manuscript, all authors confirm that the work is original, has not been plagiarized, and complies with ethical publishing standards. Authors accept full legal and academic responsibility for the content of their submissions.

Special Issue Editorship Policy

• Editorship is entirely free of charge.
• There are no hidden fees, charges, or payments of any kind associated with editorship.
• Editors are not required to pay Dr. BGR Publications, either directly or indirectly.
• Intermediaries or third parties should not be used to obtain editorship.
• Interested editors must contact Dr. BGR Publications directly via email. Our team is ready to assist you.
• All submitted content must comply with standards and maintain professional quality.
• If an Article Processing Charge (APC) applies, it is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.

Why Publish a Special Issue with Dr. BGR Publications?

• International visibility and global readership
• Transparent and structured peer-review process
• Dedicated editorial support
• Timely publication
• 100% Open Access options
• Compliance with academic publishing ethics

Contact Information

Editorial Office – Dr. BGR Publications
📱 WhatsApp Support: +91 9003494749
Available: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Mon – Sat)
📧 Email: drbgrpublications@gmail.com