IMSJ Membership Program
Navigate the currents of marine science publishing with exclusive member benefits.
Dive Into Marine Research Excellence
The International Marine Science Journal membership program connects oceanographers, marine biologists, coastal engineers, and environmental scientists with a global community dedicated to understanding and protecting our oceans.
Members access reduced publishing costs, priority review, and a network of researchers exploring marine ecosystems from coastal waters to the deepest trenches.
Individual Researcher
- 15% discount on article processing charges
- Priority peer review processing
- Full access to IMSJ archive
- Quarterly marine research digest
- Member directory listing
- Digital membership certificate
Institutional Partner
- 25% discount on APCs for all affiliated authors
- Expedited review for institutional submissions
- Unlimited researcher coverage
- Dedicated institutional liaison
- Annual publication metrics report
- Featured institution profile
- Priority special issue proposals
Lifetime Fellow
- 30% lifetime APC discount
- Fast-track manuscript review
- Editorial board invitation consideration
- Speaking opportunities at IMSJ events
- Recognition in fellows directory
- Complimentary language editing
Accelerated Publication
Navigate from submission to publication faster with priority processing. Your marine discoveries reach the global scientific community without delays.
Research Investment
Significant APC savings across all tiers allow you to allocate more resources to fieldwork, equipment, and expeditions rather than publishing costs.
Global Network
Connect with marine scientists worldwide, from tropical reef researchers to polar oceanographers, sharing insights across marine ecosystems.
Professional Recognition
Demonstrate your commitment to marine science excellence. Fellows may be invited to contribute perspectives on emerging ocean research topics.
Joining the IMSJ community is straightforward. Email [email protected] with your professional credentials, institutional affiliation, and preferred membership tier. Our team reviews applications within 5 business days and provides activation credentials upon approval. Institutional partners receive personalized onboarding to maximize member benefits across their research teams.
Developing Nation Support: Researchers from low and middle-income coastal nations may qualify for reduced membership fees. IMSJ is committed to ensuring that economic barriers do not prevent marine scientists from emerging research communities from accessing publication benefits.
ManuscriptZone Portal
Submit through oap.manuscriptzone.net for comprehensive manuscript tracking, reviewer communication, and revision management throughout the editorial voyage.
Simple Submission Form
Use our streamlined online form for rapid manuscript upload when you need a quick and direct submission pathway.
IMSJ membership supports research across marine and coastal sciences, including physical oceanography, marine biology and ecology, fisheries science, coastal engineering, marine geology, ocean chemistry, aquaculture, marine conservation, and climate-ocean interactions. Members publishing in any marine science discipline receive full tier benefits.
Membership status never influences editorial decisions. All member submissions undergo identical peer review scrutiny and must meet the same rigorous standards as non-member manuscripts. IMSJ maintains complete editorial independence, ensuring publication decisions rest solely on scientific merit and methodological quality.
Set Sail With IMSJ
Join the international community of marine scientists advancing our understanding of ocean systems.