About the Journal

Focus and Scope

Mission and Identity: Advances In Forestry Science is a peer-reviewed, open access electronic journal published quarterly by the Graduate Program in Forestry and Environmental Sciences at the Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT). Our primary mission is to advance and disseminate original scientific knowledge across the full spectrum of forestry and environmental sciences. We aim to foster innovation, critical discussion, and deeper understanding within these fields, serving as a platform for researchers and practitioners worldwide.

Open Access Policy: The journal provides immediate open access to all its content on the principle that making research freely available supports a greater global exchange of knowledge and accelerates scientific discovery.

Scope: Advances In Forestry Science welcomes significant contributions covering theoretical and applied research in diverse areas related to forest ecosystems and the environment. Topics include, but are not limited to:

  • Forest Ecology and Biology
  • Silviculture and Forest Management (including sustainable and ecosystem-based approaches)
  • Forest Inventory, Mensuration, and Modeling
  • Wood Science, Forest Products, and Technology
  • Agroforestry Systems
  • Forest Soils and Hydrology
  • Forest Conservation, Restoration Ecology, and Biodiversity Management
  • Forest Economics, Policy, and Social Sciences
  • Climate Change Impacts, Adaptation, and Mitigation in Forest Ecosystems
  • Remote Sensing, GIS, and Geomatics applied to Forestry and Environmental Monitoring
  • Environmental Science focused on forest health, pollution impacts, and conservation strategies

Types of Manuscripts: The journal publishes the following types of manuscripts:

  • Original Research Articles: Presenting substantial new findings based on empirical research. (Primary focus)
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive and critical syntheses of existing knowledge on specific topics within the journal's scope.
  • Short Communications: Describing new methods, techniques, or equipment relevant to the field.

We strongly encourage authors to leverage the benefits of preprints! Sharing your manuscript on a preprint server (like SciELO Preprints, bioRxiv, EarthArXiv, etc.) before submission to Advances In Forestry Science is an excellent way to quickly communicate your results, gain valuable feedback, and document your discoveries. Rest assured, Advances In Forestry Science views preprint posting as a positive practice that does not constitute prior publication and will not interfere with the consideration of your work for publication with us. We suggest linking your preprint to the final published article upon acceptance.

Language Policy: Manuscripts can be submitted in English or Portuguese. However, to maximize international visibility and impact, submission in English is strongly encouraged. Manuscripts submitted in English will be given priority during the review and publication process.

Target Audience: Advances In Forestry Science serves an international audience including researchers, academics, postgraduate and undergraduate students, environmental and forestry professionals, policymakers, and managers working in forestry, environmental science, conservation, and related disciplines.

Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer-review process to ensure scientific accuracy, originality, novelty, and relevance. Advances In Forestry Science employs a double-blind peer-review system. Final editorial decisions are based on reviewer recommendations, editorial board assessment, and alignment with the journal's scope and standards. Editors reserve the right to suggest or require modifications to manuscripts to ensure clarity, conciseness, and adherence to publication guidelines.

Publication Frequency

The publications of the manuscripts will occur in quarterly editions.

Dissemination and Taxes

The journal uses the Periodic Publishing Electronic System (PPES) and provides free publication of all accepted manuscripts. There are no fees charged to authors at any stage of the process, including submission, peer review, and publication.

Sponsors

Federal University of Mato Grosso - UFMT

Graduate Program in Forestry and Environmental Science of UFMT