Biogeography, Biodiversity and Systematics of Marine Cephalopods
A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Ecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 1 April 2026 | Viewed by 633
Special Issue Editors
Interests: cephalopods; marine ecology; evolution; environment; ecology; biodiversity; biogeography; species diversity
Interests: invertebrate biology; early life history; biodiversity; molluscs; cephalopods
Interests: molluscs; marine ecology; evolution; genetics; ecology; biodiversity; macroecology; biogeography; species diversity
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Cephalopods are among the most dynamic and ecologically important marine invertebrates, occupying a wide range of habitats from coastal zones to the deep sea. This Special Issue aims to explore the biogeographic patterns, biodiversity, and systematics of cephalopods through integrative approaches that combine molecular phylogenetics, morphology, ecology, and biogeographic modeling. Historically understudied in many regions, cephalopods are now gaining attention due to their ecological importance and growing relevance in fisheries. We welcome cutting-edge research on species delimitation, population connectivity, evolutionary adaptations, and macroecological trends. Studies that bridge taxonomy with applied management or highlight underexplored taxa and regions are especially encouraged. Contributions may include original research, reviews, and case studies that advance our understanding of cephalopod diversity and distribution, particularly in the context of environmental change and conservation.
Dr. Christian Marcelo Ibáñez
Dr. Sergio A. Carrasco
Dr. María Cecilia Pardo-Gandarillas
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 250 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for assessment.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering is an international peer-reviewed open access semimonthly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 2600 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- cephalopods
- systematics
- taxonomy
- genetics
- phylogeny
- biodiversity
- biogeography
- species diversity
Benefits of Publishing in a Special Issue
- Ease of navigation: Grouping papers by topic helps scholars navigate broad scope journals more efficiently.
- Greater discoverability: Special Issues support the reach and impact of scientific research. Articles in Special Issues are more discoverable and cited more frequently.
- Expansion of research network: Special Issues facilitate connections among authors, fostering scientific collaborations.
- External promotion: Articles in Special Issues are often promoted through the journal's social media, increasing their visibility.
- Reprint: MDPI Books provides the opportunity to republish successful Special Issues in book format, both online and in print.
Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies can be found here.
