About the Journal
Overview
The Journal of Plant Pathology is a peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field of plant health and disease. Our mission is to serve as a vital platform for the global plant pathology community by publishing innovative, original research and critical reviews that address the complex interactions between plants and pathogens.
This journal welcomes interdisciplinary submissions encompassing all aspects of plant diseases, including etiology, epidemiology, host-pathogen interactions, molecular pathology, disease resistance, and integrated disease management. We are especially interested in cutting-edge studies that apply genomic, biotechnological, and computational tools to understand plant defense mechanisms and pathogen evolution. By fostering the exchange of scientific knowledge across academic, governmental, and agricultural sectors, the Journal of Plant Pathology aims to support sustainable agriculture, crop security, and environmental health. Each issue contributes to building a resilient agricultural future through evidence-based research, innovative diagnostic methods, and progressive disease control strategies. The journal maintains rigorous peer review standards and is supported by an international editorial board of experts in plant-microbe interactions, disease diagnostics, mycology, virology, bacteriology, and nematology. Whether you are a researcher, practitioner, or policy-maker, the Journal of Plant Pathology is your trusted source for the latest developments in safeguarding plant health worldwide.
Aim and Scope
JPP publishes original research articles, reviews, short communications, case studies, and technical perspectives that delve into every aspect of plant diseases and plant–pathogen interactions. We welcome submissions in a variety of thematic areas, including (but not limited to):
Plant Pathogens & Fundamental Plant Pathology
- Identification, biology, and characterization of fungal, bacterial, viral, nematode, and phytoplasma pathogens
- Host–pathogen interactions, pathogenicity mechanisms, and infection processes
- Emerging and re-emerging plant diseases and their ecological impacts
Disease Diagnostics & Detection Technologies
- Molecular diagnostics, PCR-based assays, LAMP, and high-throughput sequencing for pathogen detection
- Serological methods, imaging technologies, and biosensor-based diagnostics
- Early detection systems, rapid field tests, and innovative surveillance tools
Epidemiology & Disease Ecology
- Disease development, spread, and epidemiological modeling
- Environmental factors influencing disease outbreaks and pathogen survival
- Disease forecasting systems and climate-change-driven pathogen dynamics
Plant Defense, Immunity & Resistance Breeding
- Plant immune responses, signaling pathways, and defense gene activation
- Quantitative and qualitative resistance mechanisms in crops
- Resistance breeding, gene pyramiding, and development of disease-resistant varieties
Integrated Disease Management (IDM)
- Cultural, biological, chemical, and ecological disease management strategies
- Biofungicides, biopesticides, microbial antagonists, and natural plant protectants
- Sustainable disease control approaches aligned with green agriculture
Molecular & Genomic Plant Pathology
- Genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and systems biology of plant-pathogen systems
- CRISPR and genome-editing applications for disease resistance
- Molecular markers and genetic mapping for pathogen identification and resistance traits
Soilborne Diseases & Microbiome Research
- Soil-plant-microbe interactions in disease development
- Rhizosphere microbiome dynamics and beneficial microbes in disease suppression
- Management of soilborne pathogens and root diseases
Postharvest Pathology & Food Security
- Postharvest diseases, storage pathogens, and spoilage mechanisms
- Postharvest protection strategies and shelf-life enhancement
- Impacts of plant diseases on global food security and trade
Emerging, Interdisciplinary, and Applied Plant Pathology
- Application of AI/ML, remote sensing, and precision agriculture in disease monitoring
- Disease management in horticulture, forestry, and natural ecosystems
- Policy, phytosanitary regulations, risk assessment, and ethical considerations in plant health
Editorial and Peer-Review Policy
Journal of Plant Pathology adheres to a strict single-blind peer-review process to maintain the quality, integrity,
and scientific validity of all published work.
Key features include:
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Each manuscript is reviewed by at least two independent experts in the field,
along with an academic editor.
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Reviewers know who the authors are, but the authors remain unaware of the reviewer's
identities.
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The evaluations emphasize scientific merit, originality, methodological rigor, ethical
compliance, and how well the work fits within the journal's scope.
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Every submission goes through plagiarism checks and ethical compliance assessments
before the review process begins.
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The final decision on publication is based on the reviewer's recommendations and the
editor's evaluation.
Publication Frequency & Format
Journal of Plant Pathology publishes three times a year, adhering to a tri-annual schedule. Accepted articles are
made available online in both HTML and PDF formats, ensuring that scholarly work is accessible
and disseminated promptly.
Open Access Policy
Journal of Plant Pathology operates under a fully open access model. This means all published content is freely
accessible to readers around the globe, without any subscription or paywall. Authors maintain
the copyright to their work, and the content is shared under an appropriate open-access license.
Indexing & Archiving
Journal of Plant Pathology is dedicated to upholding high standards with the goal of being included in reputable
scientific indexing and abstracting services. The journal also ensures long-term digital
preservation through recognized archives and repositories, guaranteeing permanent access and
discoverability.
Manuscript Submission
Authors are encouraged to submit their manuscripts through the journal's Online Submission
System (Submit Manuscript) or by emailing them directly to the
Editorial Office at
support@globalmeetx.com.
Manuscripts must adhere to the journal's author guidelines regarding structure, formatting,
referencing style, ethical approvals, and necessary disclosures (such as conflicts of interest
and funding).
Publication Ethics & Integrity
Journal of Plant Pathology follows internationally recognized standards for publication ethics and research integrity,
which include (but are not limited to):
- Make sure you have ethical approval.
- Ensure informed consent and guarantee confidentiality.
- Declare any conflicts of interest.
- Be transparent about data availability.
- Clarify authorship criteria and the roles of contributors.
- Conduct anti-plagiarism checks.
- Have a clear policy for retraction and correction.
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