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- How do I submit a journal proposal?
Last updated on February 13, 2026
Researchers interested in having their journal published by Elsevier should submit the journal proposal to the Publisher.HowCheck Elsevier's list of journals. As Elsevier publishes over 1800 journals,...
- Editorial Manager Video Guides
Last updated on February 12, 2026
A number of videos for EM Editors are presented in multiple languages.
- What should be included in a cover letter?
Last updated on October 09, 2025
For the journal's specific requirements for a cover letter, please consult the Guide for Authors by selecting 'Instructions for Authors' in the top navigation bar.
- Which open access options are available?
Last updated on December 09, 2025
Elsevier offers two types of open access:Self-archivingOpen accessClick the relevant open access type below to find out more about it.Self-archiving (sometimes called green open access)Self-archiving (sometimes...
- What is Elsevier's waiver policy for open access fees?
Last updated on November 14, 2025
If you genuinely can't afford the fees to get your article published open access, then individual waiver requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and may be granted in cases of genuine need.We are...
- How do I prepare my files for submission in Editorial Manager?
Last updated on July 22, 2025
Follow the journal's Guide for Authors and the resources on the Elsevier Author Hub to prepare your submission files. This guide details some general guidelines and technical requirements for files to be uploaded in Editorial Manager.
- How can I find the right journal for my paper in Journal Finder?
Last updated on December 03, 2025
About Journal Finder Show all Hide all What is Elsevier’s Journal Finder? Journal Finder is a tool that uses a machine learning algorithm to recommend Elsevier journals that match the scope...
- Where do I find the Impact Factor of a journal?
Last updated on December 03, 2025
The journal Impact Factor is an index that measures how often a journal's articles are cited in other research. This is calculated by the number of citations received by articles published in that journal...
- What does it cost to publish open access?
Last updated on November 14, 2025
The Article Publishing Charge (APC) is the fee that you, your institution or funder need to pay to publish open access. APCs vary between journals and publishers. Consult the journal homepage under the...
- Which user license should I choose?
Last updated on December 17, 2025
The user license options available define how readers can reuse open access articles published on our platforms. You are required to decide which license best suits you. Please note: once selected user...