Journals in Earth and planetary sciences

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ISPRS Open Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing

ISSN: 2667-3932

The ISPRS Open Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (IOJPRS) is an official journal of the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS). The Journal provides a channel of communication for scientists and professionals in all countries working in the many disciplines that employ photogrammetry, remote sensing, spatial information systems, computer vision, and related fields. The Journal is designed to serve as a source reference and archive of advancements in these disciplines. The IOJPRS objective is to publish high quality, peer-reviewed, preferably previously unpublished papers of a scientific/research, technological development or application/practical nature. IOJPRS will publish papers, including those based on ISPRS meeting presentations*, which are regarded as significant contributions in the above-mentioned fields. We especially encourage papers: of broad scientific interest; on innovative applications, particularly in new fields; of an interdisciplinary nature; on topics that have not been dealt with (or to a small degree) by IOJPRS or related journals; and on topics related to new possible scientific/professional directions. Preferably, theoretical papers should include applications, and papers dealing with systems and applications should include theoretical background. The scope of the journal is extensive and covers sensors, theory and algorithms, systems, experiments, developments and applications. Topics of interest include but are not limited to: Sensors Airborne and spaceborne multispectral and hyperspectral imaging systems Airborne and terrestrial cameras Airborne, terrestrial and mobile laser scanning Range imaging Active and passive imaging sensor characterisation Sensor calibration and standardisation Geosensor networks Internet of Things Methods and procedures Spatial data handling technologies Integrated sensor calibration and orientation Surface and object reconstruction, modelling and interpretation GIS data modelling, representation and structures Database systems Mapping from imagery Visualisation, animation and virtual reality Physical measurements and spectral signatures Point cloud processing Extraction of geometric and semantic information from SAR SAR Interferometry Image classification algorithms Image segmentation and GEOBIA Image time series analysis Hyperspectral data analysis Big image data analysis Crowd sourcing Feature extraction Applications and products 3D urban GIS Close-range imaging and metrology Architectural & archaeological photogrammetry Determination of forest metrics Medical image analysis and biometry Resource and environmental modelling Global monitoring and assessment Thematic applications DTM and orthoimage generation Location based services Submitted articles may be: Papers (detailed discussions involving new research, technological developments or applications); Review Papers (extensive state-of-the-art surveys of established or emerging topics or application areas); or Contributions for special Journal columns (letters to the Editor about the journal or to authors commenting on previously published papers; new useful ideas and brief pertinent comments of a technical nature; editorials, mainly after an invitation by the Editorial Advisory Board). NOTE: All articles, except correspondence, will be peer-reviewed and should be of high scientific level. * Journal paper submissions based on past conference publications are only allowed if the submitted manuscript is significantly extended or otherwise enhanced. That is, the journal article will only be considered if more extensive experiments and discussion are presented (even if the same methods are used) and/or the methods have been significantly improved and/or advanced (even if the same datasets have been used). The burden of explicitly describing the differences between these publications rests with the author(s). In case of a strong overlap with another publication, the manuscript should be rejected. IOJPRS issues may be devoted to specific scientific topics of high or increasing importance (Theme Issues), especially in relation to one or more ISPRS Working Groups, as well as to special events, geographic regions, professional activities etc. The number and topics of Theme Issues will be such that the IOJPRS still remains of interest to the majority of its subscribers.

Icarus

ISSN: 0019-1035
5 Year impact factor: 3.4
Impact factor: 3.2

Icarus is devoted to the publication of original contributions in the field of Solar System studies. Manuscripts reporting the results of new research - observational, experimental, or theoretical - concerning the astronomy, geology, meteorology, physics, chemistry, biology, and other scientific aspects of our Solar System or extrasolar systems are welcome. The journal generally does not publish papers devoted exclusively to the Sun or the Earth; papers on celestial mechanics or astrophysics are acceptable only if they have a clear importance for planetary science; descriptive studies of meteorites should be addressed to journals of meteoritics, but are relevant for Icarus is they provide constraints on the formation or evolution of planetesimals, planets or the solar system in its globality. Icarus does not publish papers that provide "improved" versions of Bode's law, or other numerical relations, without a sound physical basis. Icarus does not publish meeting announcements or general notices. Reviews, historical papers, and manuscripts describing spacecraft instrumentation may be considered, but only with prior approval of the editor. An entire issue of the journal is occasionally devoted to a single subject, usually arising from a conference on the same topic. The language of publication is English. American or British usage is accepted, but not a mixture of these. Icarus is endorsed by the Division for Planetary Sciences of the American Astronomical Society. Article Collections are linked here. This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals

Infrared Physics & Technology

ISSN: 1350-4495
5 Year impact factor: 3.2
Impact factor: 3.3

The Journal covers the entire field of infrared physics and technology: theory, experiment, application, devices and instrumentation. Infrared' is defined as covering the near, mid and far infrared (terahertz) regions from 0.75um (750nm) to 1mm (300GHz.) Submissions in the 300GHz to 100GHz region may be accepted at the editors discretion if their content is relevant to shorter wavelengths. The very near infrared, VNIR, defined as 750nm-1200nm is subject to special consideration. Where a submission utilises the VNIR alone, or in conjunction with longer wavelengths and uses typically `infrared? technology such as InGaAs detectors, it is in scope. Where a submission utilises the VNIR and shorter wavelengths in the visible, and uses typically visible region technology such as silicon detectors, it is unlikely to be appropriate to this Journal. Submissions must be primarily concerned with and directly relevant to this spectral region. Its core topics can be summarized as the generation, propagation and detection, of infrared radiation; the associated optics, materials and devices; and its use in all fields of science, industry, engineering and medicine. Infrared techniques occur in many different fields, notably spectroscopy and interferometry; material characterization and processing; atmospheric physics, astronomy and space research. Scientific aspects include lasers, quantum optics, quantum electronics, image processing and semiconductor physics. Some important applications are medical diagnostics and treatment, industrial inspection and environmental monitoring. A fuller though not exhaustive list of topics would include: • Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Research • Atmospheric transmission, turbulence and scattering • Biomedical and Medical applications • Cultural heritage • Environmental applications: pollution and monitoring • Detectors: quantum and thermal • Image processing • Industrial applications • Infrared lasers including free electron lasers • Material properties, processing and characterization • Nondestructive testing, active and passive. • Optical elements: lenses, polarizers, filters, mirrors, fibres, etc. • Radiometry: techniques, calibration, standards and instrumentation • Remote sensing and range-finding • Solid-state physics • Thermal imaging: device design, testing and applications • Synchroton radiation in the infrared During submission, please suggest at least one and a maximum of five potential reviewers. You are strongly encouraged to submit recommendations for appropriately senior and knowledgeable referees having no connection to your work and not located at your institution, as this may speed up the processing of your manuscript. The editorial office may not use your suggestions, but they are greatly appreciated. Where the author works in a country with a small community of research workers in his or her field, it is highly desirable that at least two of the suggested referees are from another country. To be suitable for submission to this Journal, manuscripts should advance the field of Infrared Physics and Technology. Their target audience should be those working in the field of Infrared Physics and Technology. Papers using infrared methods, such as FTIR spectroscopy or thermography, in an essentially routine way to advance some other field, and of interest to other readerships, and generally not suited to this Journal. The Journal does include within its scope genuinely new applications of established infrared methods. In the field of medical applications such as the detection of breast cancer or diabetic pathology, submissions to IRPT should normally include advances in hardware or data collection protocols etc. Such studies are required to have adequate sized and well characterized cohorts. Clinical studies using standard equipment are generally not within the scope of the Journal. Similarly in the fields of hyperspectral imaging and near infrared (NIR) spectroscopy application of standard hardware and signal processing methods to a different agricultural product etc does not normally fall within our scope, whereas novel hardware or signal processing does. The Journal only publishes papers which are purely based on computer modelling without support from experimental results in exceptional circumstances when there is a clear reason to do so. These might, for example, include comparative studies of designs for large pieces of equipment such as satellites, FELs etc. Papers on advances in modelling techniques, appropriately validated, are welcome.

International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation

ISSN: 1569-8432
5 Year impact factor: 7.2
Impact factor: 7.5

The International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation publishes original papers that apply earth observation data to the inventory and management of natural resources and the environment. In this context, earth observation data are normally those acquired from remote sensing platforms such as satellites and aircraft, complemented and supplemented by surface and subsurface measurements and mapping. Natural resources include forests, agricultural land, soils, water resources, mineral deposits, and land itself as a foundation for infrastructure and housing. Environmental issues include biodiversity, land degradation, industrial pollution and natural hazards such as earthquakes, floods and landslides. The focus, which can be either conceptual or data driven, includes all major themes in geoinformation, like capturing, databasing, visualization and interpretation of data, but also issues of data quality and spatial uncertainty. Since the scope is large, contributions should be of the highest quality, both qualitatively and quantitatively. Some will convey important recommendations for environmental management and governance. Contributions that expand existing methodology in image and point cloud processing, geospatial mapping, and big spatiotemporal data analytics using GeoAI are welcome. The journal encourages 'Discussion' articles that stimulate dialogue between earth observation studies and managers in a statistically sound way, 'Review' articles that provide an overview of scientific developments in a particular scientific domain in recent years, and 'Letter' articles that provide rapid communications on the state-of-the-art methods and novel applications of geospatial data.

International Journal of Coal Geology

ISSN: 0166-5162
5 Year impact factor: 6.8
Impact factor: 5.6

The International Journal of Coal Geology deals with fundamental and applied aspects of the geology, petrology, geochemistry and mineralogy of coal, oil/gas source rocks, and shales. The journal aims to advance the environmentally sustainable exploration and utilization of these resources, as well as advancement of engineering and technology for effective resource management towards net-zero carbon goals. The scope of the journal encompasses basic research, computational and laboratory studies, technology development, and field studies in: Geology, geochemistry, mineralogy, and petrology formation of coal and coal seams, including studies of modern coal-forming processes and environments metamorphosis of coal and dispersed organic matter in source rocks geologic aspects of coal measures, oil- and gas-source rocks petrology, mineralogy, geochemistry, and petrophysics of coal, coal seams, and organic matter-rich shales. Exploration and development of coal and unconventional resources formation, transport and storage of carbon; energy gases in coals and shales including coal bed methane, coal mine methane, abandoned mine methane unconventional petroleum systems (e.g., shale gas, oil shales, oil sands, heavy oil, tight oil/gas) Critical metals in coal, coal-bearing strata, acid-mine drainage, and coal combustion/gasification residues; recovery of critical metals from coal-based materials; resource recovery from coal mine waste. Environmental aspects of coal and unconventional resources impacts of coal mining, acid-mine drainage, and exploitation of unconventional resources coal utilization related to geology and constituents of coal emission reduction and carbon capture, storage, and utilization geological and environmental aspects of coal fires and underground coal gasification. Application of computational methods for geology and engineering of coal and unconventional resource management Application of big data and artificial intelligence (AI) including, but not limited to, machine learning, automated reasoning and inference, case-based reasoning, computer vision, knowledge representation, remote sensing, spatial statistics and uncertainty evaluation for the topics covered within the scope of the journal Development and application of analytical methods for geochemistry, mineralogy, petrology and pore space of coal and unconventional energy systems Application of numerical modeling methods, preferably validated by experimental or field data, in support of technology development and environmental management of resources covered by the journal. Types of contributions published are: research papers describing original theoretical (with potential for application) and applied research, proceedings of symposia, review papers in a particular topic, short contributions, surveys, book reviews, and letters to the editor. Research papers that combine theory and experiments and/or field studies are especially welcome. This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 7 (Affordable and clean energy)

International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction

ISSN: 2212-4209
5 Year impact factor: 5.3
Impact factor: 5

Affiliated with the Global Risk Forum GRF Davos The International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction (IJDRR) is the journal for researchers, policymakers and practitioners across diverse disciplines: earth sciences and their implications; environmental sciences; engineering; urban studies; geography; and the social sciences. IJDRR publishes fundamental and applied research, critical reviews, policy papers and case studies with a particular focus on multi-disciplinary research that aims to reduce the impact of natural, technological, social and intentional disasters. IJDRR stimulates exchange of ideas and knowledge transfer on disaster research, mitigation, adaptation, prevention and risk reduction at all geographical scales: local, national and international. Key topics: multifaceted disaster and cascading disasters the development of disaster risk reduction strategies and techniques discussion and development of effective warning and educational systems for risk management at all levels disasters associated with climate change vulnerability analysis and vulnerability trends emerging risks resilience against disasters The journal particularly encourages papers that approach risk from a multi-disciplinary perspective. This journal welcomes contributions that support and advance the UN's sustainable development goals, in particular SDG 5 (Gender Equality)

International Journal of Mining Science and Technology

ISSN: 2095-2686
5 Year impact factor: 8.2
Impact factor: 11.8

International Journal of Mining Science and Technology is a monthly English-language journal. It was founded in 1990 and was originally the Journal of China University of Mining and Technology. This journal publishes original and innovative research papers and high-quality reviews covering the latest advances on theories, methodologies and applications in the fields of mining sciences and technologies. It also provides an international exchange forum for the readers and authors all over the world engaging in mining sciences and technologies. Papers to be published will be peer-reviewed and rigorously edited by specialists and authorities. The entire process from submission, review, to publication online is handled electronically. International Journal of Mining Science and Technology welcomes article submissions dealing with • Mining Engineering • Mine Safety Science and Technology • Mineral Processing • Geomechanics and Geoengineering • Geological Engineering • Mining Environment and Sustainable Development The journal is indexed and/or abstracted by SCIE, Ei Compendex, Abstracts Journal (Russian), Chemical Abstracts, Cambridge Scientific Abstracts, Coal Abstracts and Scopus. Support of the Society of Mining Professors (SOMP) is appreciated.

International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences

ISSN: 1365-1609
5 Year impact factor: 7.4
Impact factor: 7.2

Original Research, New Developments and Case Studies in Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering for Mining and Civil Applications This journal is concerned with original research, new developments, site measurements and case studies in rock mechanics and rock engineering. It provides an international forum for the publication of high quality papers on the subject of rock mechanics and the application of rock mechanics principles and techniques to mining and civil engineering projects built on or in rock masses. These projects include slopes, open-pit mines, quarries, shafts, tunnels, caverns, underground mines, metro systems, dams and hydro-electric stations, geothermal energy, petroleum engineering, and radioactive waste disposal. Papers are welcomed on all relevant topics and especially on theoretical developments, analytical methods, numerical methods, rock testing, site investigation, and case studies.

International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences

International Journal of Sediment Research

ISSN: 1001-6279
5 Year impact factor: 3.2
Impact factor: 3.6

International Journal of Sediment Research, the Official Journal of The International Research and Training Center on Erosion and Sedimentation and The World Association for Sedimentation and Erosion Research, publishes scientific and technical papers on all aspects of erosion and sedimentation interpreted in its widest sense. The subject matter is to include not only the mechanics of sediment transport and fluvial processes, but also what is related to geography, geomorphology, soil erosion, watershed management, sedimentology, environmental and ecological impacts of sedimentation, social and economical effects of sedimentation and its assessment, etc. Special attention is paid to engineering problems related to sedimentation and erosion.

International Soil and Water Conservation Research

ISSN: 2095-6339
Impact factor: 6.4

International Soil and Water Conservation Research (ISWCR), the official journal of the World Association of Soil and Water Conservation (WASWAC), http://www.waswac.org, is a multidisciplinary journal for soil and water conservation research, practice, policy, and perspectives. This journal aims to disseminate new knowledge and promote the practice of soil and water conservation. The scope of this journal includes innovative ideas and approaches, results and new data in soil erosion research, preventive and restorative soil conservation strategies, and related soil and water resource conservation research. We particularly welcome interdisciplinary work focusing on monitoring methods, soil erosion models, development and application of soil and water conservation measures and evaluation of their effects, maintenance, and improvement of soil quality, and watershed management related to soil loss and/or water quality/quantity protection. Examples of appropriate topical areas include (but are not limited to) • Soil and water conservation models, tools, and technologies • Agricultural conservation • Soil health resources, indicators, assessment, and management • Land degradation caused by soil loss • Sustainable development and rational land use in relation to soil and water conservation • Soil erosion and its control • Soil erosion processes • Water resource assessment and management • Watershed management • Soil erosion models • Development of soil and water conservation strategies under climate change • Literature reviews on topics related to soil and water conservation research