Introduction

Epistora Journal of Marine Science and Ocean Research (EJMSOR) is a premier peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of ocean systems and marine environments. Established to bridge fundamental marine research with applied ocean science, EJMSOR serves as a global platform for oceanographers, marine biologists, geoscientists, climate researchers, and sustainability experts.

The journal embraces the full spectrum of marine science - from physical oceanography and marine biology to ocean climate dynamics, marine geology, coastal processes, and sustainable ocean development. With a rigorous double-blind peer review process and rapid publication workflow, we ensure that high-impact research reaches the global community without delay. All articles are published under the CC BY 4.0 license, enabling unrestricted access, reuse and maximum societal impact.

Our commitment extends beyond traditional publishing. We actively promote interdisciplinary ocean research, data sharing, and evidence-based marine policy. By combining scholarly excellence with modern publishing innovations - including audio article summaries and digital preservation - EJMSOR is shaping the future of marine science communication.

Aim & Scope

Aim: To accelerate marine science and ocean research innovation by publishing high-quality, rigorously peer-reviewed research across all domains of ocean and coastal sciences. We aim to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, support early-career researchers, and provide an inclusive open access home for transformative ocean research.

Scope: The journal welcomes original research articles, comprehensive reviews, short communications, technical notes, perspectives and data papers covering, but not limited to:

Physical Oceanography Marine Biology and Ecology Ocean Climate Systems Marine Geology and Geophysics Coastal and Estuarine Studies Marine Pollution and Conservation Ocean Remote Sensing Blue Economy Sustainable Ocean Development Marine Renewable Energy Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Ocean Acidification Sea-Level Rise Marine Ecosystems Ocean Circulation Marine Biogeochemistry Coral Reef Studies Deep-Sea Research Marine Protected Areas Ocean Governance Marine Spatial Planning

Article Types

  • Original Research - Full-length reports of novel marine and ocean science findings, including field studies, laboratory experiments, and numerical modelling. Up to 8,000 words with comprehensive methodology and data analysis
  • Review Articles - Systematic surveys, comprehensive reviews and meta-analyses with future research directions. Up to 6,000 words
  • Short Communications - Urgent findings, preliminary results and time-sensitive breakthroughs requiring rapid dissemination. Up to 2,500 words
  • Technical Notes - Methodological innovations, new instrumentation, field techniques, and data processing approaches
  • Perspectives - Expert viewpoints on emerging trends, policy implications, ethical considerations and future challenges in marine science
  • Data Papers - Comprehensive description of high-quality datasets, including oceanographic time series, marine biodiversity databases, and climate model outputs

Mission & Values

Accelerate marine science innovation through trusted open access. Core principles: scientific rigour, interdisciplinary collaboration, constructive peer review, rapid decisions, global accessibility without financial barriers. Bridging fundamental ocean research with sustainable development - blue economy, ocean conservation, and climate-resilient marine ecosystems.

Indexing & Archiving

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Published content is maintained through structured digital preservation and accessibility practices designed to support long-term scholarly availability and continued research access.