Aims & Scope
Neotropical Biodiversity is an international, open-access journal showcasing scientific advances in biodiversity within the Neotropical region. The journal publishes research spanning all levels of biological organization, from molecules and genes to populations, communities, and ecosystems, fostering interdisciplinary approaches. The journal’s scope includes, but is not limited to, the following areas: anatomy, biogeography, computational biology, evolutionary developmental biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, conservation biology, ecology, behavior, natural history, evolution, landscape genomics, phylogenetics, paleontology, population biology, systematics, and taxonomy.
The journal aims to deepen the understanding of Neotropical biodiversity, showcase advances in ecological, evolutionary, and conservation sciences, and highlight the unique complexities of the region. It seeks to make these insights accessible to a global audience while supporting biodiversity conservation efforts.
All submitted manuscripts undergo an initial assessment by the editorial team. If deemed suitable for further consideration, they are subjected to a rigorous double-blind peer review process by independent expert referees.
Topics
Specific topics covered in the journal include:
Biodiversity patterns and processes
Research on the distribution, diversity, and composition of life across the Neotropics, encompassing all living organisms, from microorganisms to megafauna and large flora. Studies span various biological levels, from genes to ecosystems, and address patterns in space and time. This includes research on topics such as paleontology, biogeography, taxonomy, and interactions among organisms within diverse habitats.
Ecology and ecosystem functioning
Studies exploring the structure, dynamics, and functioning of communities and ecosystems within Neotropical environments. Topics include ecological restoration, the roles of microorganisms in ecosystems, and the interactions between biodiversity and ecosystem processes.
Evolution
Investigations into evolution and phylogenetic processes shaping the unique biodiversity of the Neotropical region. Research may incorporate molecular taxonomy, computational approaches, and bioinformatics to understand the evolutionary relationships among organisms and their adaptations.
Conservation and management
Research focused on strategies and practices to protect Neotropical species, habitats, and ecosystems. This includes integrative approaches to conservation that combine biological and socioecological perspectives, as well as the application of biogeographic and molecular tools in conservation planning.
Environmental changes and biodiversity responses
Studies examining the impacts of climate change, deforestation, habitat degradation, and other environmental alterations on Neotropical biodiversity and ecosystems. Research may also address the role of microorganisms and adaptive strategies of species and ecosystems to these changes.
Interdisciplinary approaches to neotropical studies
Research combining genetics, ecology, geography, and social sciences to gain holistic insights into Neotropical systems. This category emphasizes ethnobiology and other cross-disciplinary methodologies, particularly in the integration of biological and cultural perspectives.
Types of Articles:
The journal welcomes submissions of papers covering original articles, short communications, and review articles.
