JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ECOLOGY

Scope & Guideline

Advancing Insights into Ecosystem Interactions

Introduction

Delve into the academic richness of JOURNAL OF CHEMICAL ECOLOGY with our guidelines, detailing its aims and scope. Our resource identifies emerging and trending topics paving the way for new academic progress. We also provide insights into declining or waning topics, helping you stay informed about changing research landscapes. Evaluate highly cited topics and recent publications within these guidelines to align your work with influential scholarly trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0098-0331
PublisherSPRINGER
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1975 to 2024
AbbreviationJ CHEM ECOL / J. Chem. Ecol.
Frequency12 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressVAN GODEWIJCKSTRAAT 30, 3311 GZ DORDRECHT, NETHERLANDS

Aims and Scopes

The Journal of Chemical Ecology focuses on the intricate relationships between chemical processes and ecological interactions. It encompasses a broad range of studies that explore chemical signaling, defense mechanisms, and the ecological implications of chemical interactions among organisms.
  1. Chemical Signaling and Communication:
    Research on how organisms utilize chemical cues for communication, including pheromones in insects and volatile organic compounds in plants, to influence behavior and interactions within ecosystems.
  2. Plant-Insect Interactions:
    Studies examining the chemical dynamics involved in plant responses to herbivory, including induced defenses and the role of secondary metabolites in mediating interactions with herbivores and their natural enemies.
  3. Ecological Impact of Chemical Defenses:
    Investigations into the ecological roles of chemical defenses in various taxa, including how these defenses affect predator-prey dynamics and community structure.
  4. Chemical Ecology of Invasive Species:
    Exploration of how invasive species utilize chemical ecology to establish and thrive in new environments, including the impact on native species and ecosystems.
  5. Metabolomics and Chemical Profiling:
    Application of advanced metabolomic techniques to characterize chemical profiles in organisms and their environments, linking chemical composition to ecological function.
The Journal of Chemical Ecology is witnessing a shift towards innovative themes and methodologies that reflect current ecological challenges and technological advancements.
  1. Interdisciplinary Approaches:
    Emerging studies increasingly integrate molecular biology, genomics, and ecological modeling to address complex chemical ecology questions, highlighting a trend toward interdisciplinary research.
  2. Impact of Climate Change on Chemical Interactions:
    Research exploring how climate change affects chemical signaling and interactions among species, particularly in the context of altered plant secondary metabolite production and predator-prey dynamics.
  3. Chemical Ecology of Microbial Interactions:
    Growing interest in the chemical ecology of microbial interactions, especially how microbial volatiles influence plant and insect behavior, is becoming a significant area of research.
  4. Application of Chemical Ecology in Pest Management:
    Increasing focus on using chemical ecology principles to develop sustainable pest management strategies, including the design of semiochemical-based traps and lures.
  5. Behavioral Ecology and Chemical Cues:
    A trend towards understanding the behavioral responses of animals to chemical cues in their environment, emphasizing the ecological significance of these interactions.

Declining or Waning

While the Journal of Chemical Ecology has maintained a strong focus on certain themes, some areas of research appear to be experiencing a decline in publication frequency and interest.
  1. Traditional Chemical Analysis Techniques:
    There has been a noticeable decrease in studies relying solely on conventional chemical analysis methods without integrating modern techniques such as metabolomics or molecular biology.
  2. Generalized Studies of Chemical Compounds:
    Research that does not delve into the ecological implications of specific chemical interactions or lacks a clear connection to ecological dynamics is becoming less prevalent.
  3. Static Laboratory Studies:
    Investigations that primarily focus on static laboratory experiments without considering field applications or ecological context are gradually being overshadowed by more integrative and applied research.

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