Special Issue Proposal
Systems and Computing (SyCom) welcomes proposals for Special Issues focusing on emerging, innovative, or interdisciplinary topics in the fields of systems, computing, and their applications.
A Special Issue may include:
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A collection of original research articles on a specific theme.
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Extended versions of selected papers originally presented at workshops, conferences, or developed through collaborative research projects.
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Invited contributions from leading international experts.
Responsibilities of the Lead Guest Editor
When submitting a proposal for a Special Issue, you will assume the role of Lead Guest Editor. In cases where multiple Guest Editors are involved, one must be formally designated as the Lead Guest Editor.
The Lead Guest Editor should have recognized expertise in the subject area of the Special Issue. Key responsibilities include:
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Defining the scope and objectives of the Special Issue.
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Recruiting a team of qualified Guest Editors.
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Identifying and inviting potential contributors.
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Overseeing the peer-review process to ensure fairness, quality, and timeliness.
Proposals should include:
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Title of the Special Issue.
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Theme and objectives (1–2 pages).
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List of Guest Editors (names, affiliations, ORCID/Google Scholar links).
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Tentative schedule (opening and closing dates for submissions).
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Dissemination plan (call for papers, associated conference, etc.).
Submission Procedure:
Send your proposal as a single PDF file,
to: journal-sycom@univ-tebessa.dz
cc: hakim.bendjenna@univ-tebessa.dz (Editor-in-Chief)
Email subject: Special Issue Proposal – [Title]
All proposals will be reviewed by the Editorial Board. Accepted proposals must comply with the editorial policy and ethical standards of SyCom.