About the Journal

Plant Science Horizons is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research across the broad field of plant science. The journal provides a platform for researchers, scholars, students, and professionals to share original findings, critical insights, and emerging developments in basic and applied plant research.

The journal welcomes manuscripts written in English and maintains a rigorous double-blind peer-review process to ensure scientific quality, originality, and relevance.

Basic Information

Journal Title: Plant Science Horizons
Abbreviation: Plant Sci. Horiz.
Starting Year: 2026
Serial Type: Journal
ISSN: [To be assigned]
Format: Electronic
Peer Review: Double-blind peer review
Frequency: Semiannual – 2 issues per year
Language: English
Content Type: Academic / Scholarly
Publisher: Inspire Science and Tech Publisher (ISTP)
DOI Prefix: [To be assigned]
Status: Active
Website: https://phyto-sci.com/index.php/PSH

Aim and Scope

Plant Science Horizons aims to advance knowledge in plant science by publishing innovative, rigorous, and impactful research related to plant biology, crop science, and sustainable agricultural systems. The journal seeks to promote scholarly exchange among scientists and professionals working in plant-related disciplines and to support research that contributes to scientific progress, agricultural resilience, and food security.

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • plant physiology and development
  • plant molecular biology and genetics
  • plant genomics and functional biology
  • plant biotechnology and genome editing
  • plant breeding and seed science
  • plant pathology and plant–microbe interactions
  • plant immunity and defense signaling
  • abiotic and biotic stress biology
  • plant ecology and environmental adaptation
  • crop improvement and sustainable production systems
  • soil–plant interactions
  • plant nutrition and nutrient management
  • plant hormones and signaling pathways
  • medicinal, economic, and tropical plants
  • systems biology and computational plant science

The journal particularly welcomes studies that combine mechanistic insight with practical relevance and contributions that address major challenges in plant health, crop productivity, and sustainable agriculture.

Types of Contributions

Plant Science Horizons publishes the following categories of manuscripts:

Original Articles

Full-length research papers presenting novel findings that significantly advance knowledge in plant science and related disciplines.

Review Articles

Comprehensive and critical reviews of the literature that synthesize current knowledge, identify research gaps, and propose future directions.

Short Communications

Concise reports of preliminary but important findings, innovative methods, or new techniques. These should be structured similarly to original research articles but be shorter in length.

Opinions

Brief articles presenting the author’s perspective on a scientific issue, method, concept, or recent development. These should be focused, well-argued, and supported by relevant evidence.

Perspectives

Articles that discuss current trends, emerging themes, and future directions in a field, often including the author’s expert interpretation and outlook.

Commentaries

Short scholarly discussions addressing recently published articles or timely issues in plant science. These should not include an abstract or formal section headings and should normally be limited to 1 figure or table, 10 references, and 1,500 words.

Letters to the Editor

Short communications of up to 300 words that comment on published articles, raise scientific points of discussion, or address specific issues relevant to the journal’s scope. Publication is subject to editorial approval.

Peer Review Process

All submitted manuscripts, whether invited or unsolicited, undergo an initial editorial evaluation by the Editor-in-Chief or an assigned editor. During this stage, submissions are assessed for suitability within the journal’s scope, compliance with formatting requirements, and overall scholarly quality. Manuscripts may also undergo plagiarism screening at this stage.

Submissions that do not meet the basic editorial or technical requirements of the journal may be returned to the authors without external review. Manuscripts that pass the initial screening are sent for double-blind peer review to at least two independent reviewers with relevant subject expertise.

Under the double-blind review model, reviewers do not know the identities of the authors, and authors do not know the identities of the reviewers. Based on the reviewers’ reports, the editorial office will communicate one of the following decisions to the authors:

  • accept
  • accept with minor revisions
  • revise and resubmit
  • reject

Where detailed revision is required, reviewer and editor comments will be returned to the authors for response and revision.

Originality and Plagiarism

Plant Science Horizons does not accept plagiarism in any form. Submitted manuscripts must be original and must not have been published previously or be under consideration elsewhere.

Authors are responsible for ensuring that all sources are properly cited and that any text, figures, data, or ideas derived from previous work are appropriately acknowledged. If plagiarism, duplicate publication, or other forms of publication misconduct are identified, the journal will handle such cases in accordance with accepted ethical publishing standards and relevant editorial policies. More details 

Publication Frequency

The journal publishes one volume per year, with two issues annually. Articles may also be made available online as Early Access before assignment to a specific issue, allowing accepted work to be disseminated promptly.

Publication Ethics and Malpractice Statement

Plant Science Horizons is committed to maintaining the highest standards of publication ethics and scholarly integrity. The journal expects authors, editors, and reviewers to adhere to internationally recognized ethical principles in research and publishing. Cases involving plagiarism, duplicate submission, fabricated data, inappropriate image manipulation, or other forms of misconduct will be handled seriously and in accordance with the journal’s ethics policies.

Editorial Team

The Editorial Team of Plant Science Horizons includes the Editor-in-Chief, members of the Editorial Board, the Editorial Advisory Board, and the Managing Editor. Together, they oversee the submission, peer-review, editorial evaluation, production, and publication processes of the journal. More

Selection Criteria

Applications or nominations for Editorial Board membership may be considered periodically. Selection is based primarily on:

  • demonstrated expertise in relevant subject areas
  • strong research record and scholarly impact
  • prior editorial or peer-review experience
  • commitment to timely and constructive editorial service

The journal values diversity within its editorial structure and seeks balanced representation in terms of geography, gender, career stage, and institutional affiliation.

The Editor-in-Chief is responsible for overseeing the peer-review process, selecting suitable reviewers in consultation with editors, managing manuscript revisions, and making final publication decisions. The Managing Editor coordinates overall journal administration, website management, production workflow, proofreading, and publication support.