Article Categories

InterPore Journal accepts a range of article types. Below you’ll find a description of each:

Original Research Papers

Detailed accounts of research activity performed by the authors to test an existing argument, idea, theory, or claim. They may also present a unique argument or idea of the authors’ own, provided the claim is debatable. Such papers typically build on and add to current research and understanding, or address a specific question.

Findings should be presented according to a standard structure, which generally includes: title page, abstract, introduction, materials and methods, results, discussion, conclusions, and references.

Review Articles

Authoritative and balanced reviews that summarize what is known — and not known — in a field of research or on a specific topic/issue. These articles should:

  • Provide a state-of-the-art overview of recent developments.
  • Clarify how the reviewed work fits into the field and offer perspectives for future research.
  • Include results of new relevant research, if the authors wish.
  • Present other viewpoints fairly, even if the authors propose their own.
  • Treat any controversies in the field in an equitable way.

For long review papers, including a List of Contents is recommended in addition to the standard paper structure.

Technical Notes

Short articles that provide a brief description of, or a modification to, a specific development, topic, technique, procedure, or method. The information presented should have practical value and contribute to the existing body of knowledge.

Open Datasets and Source Codes

Datasets and source codes relevant to porous media research may be published as standalone contributions, as they offer a valuable resource to the community.

Commentaries on Published Articles

Brief comments on articles published in the journal (within 12 months of publication).

  • Usually express a difference of opinion with the authors of the original article.
  • The original authors will be given an opportunity to respond.
  • Peer review may be performed at the Editor’s discretion for both the commentary and the response.
  • If accepted, both will be published together.
  • No abstract required.

Letters to the Editor

Brief commentary on issues relevant to the porous media community.

  • Peer review may be performed at the Editor’s discretion
  • No abstract required.

Short Communications

Concise reports on new findings or advances with significant impact or potential to open new research directions.

  • Should highlight key results without lengthy background or procedural details.
  • Suitable for findings that may not justify a full research paper but remain significant.
  • Peer review may be conducted at the Editor’s discretion.

Invited Commentaries

Solicited by an Editor to highlight articles of relevance to the community, an emerging research question or technology, or another issue of scientific importance.

  • By invitation only.
  • May include comments, challenges, or clarifications on published papers, theories, or opinions.
  • Peer review may be performed at the Editor’s discretion.

Opinion Pieces

Succinct articles offering a clear perspective on a topic, with the aim of motivating discussion on contemporary issues or new research. They may also:

  • Consider possible results or implications of research.
  • Provide a call to action.
  • Offer a new framework for interpreting current topics.

No abstract required.

Special Issues

Occasionally, themed special issues may be published on a specific topic or based on contributions to the annual InterPore Meeting or a national chapter meeting. More information on the guidelines and processes related to special issues can be found here.

Invited Papers

Selected by the Editor-in-Chief, in consultation with the Board of Editors when appropriate.

  • By invitation only.
  • Authored by world-renowned scientists.
  • Aim to provide an authoritative manuscript on a special porous media application that the journal wishes to highlight or further develop.
  • Only a few invited papers are published each year.

Note: There are currently no strict limits on text length, figures, or tables. However, if a manuscript is excessively long, authors may be asked to shorten it during the review process.