Forma invites scholars worldwide to submit original research on morphology, morphogenesis, and mathematical physics
Forma welcomes original research contributions from scholars worldwide. We accept submissions year-round and maintain a rigorous peer review process to ensure the highest quality publications.
Ready to submit? Review our Guidelines for Authors, download the manuscript template, and submit your work through our online system. For specific deadlines and submission timelines, please contact the editorial office.
The peer review process takes time to ensure the highest quality of publications. Below is a typical timeline from submission to publication. Note that actual timelines may vary depending on reviewer availability, complexity of the manuscript, and required revisions.
📅 Important: For specific submission deadlines and volume-specific timelines, please contact the editorial office at editorial@forma.katachi-jp.com
Forma publishes peer-reviewed research across the full spectrum of morphological sciences. We welcome theoretical and experimental work, interdisciplinary approaches, and novel methodologies.
Studies of shape, structure, and organization in biological and physical systems. Including developmental morphology, functional morphology, and comparative morphological analysis.
Research on mechanisms of form generation, pattern formation, and developmental processes. Including experimental and theoretical approaches to understanding shape emergence.
Mathematical and computational methods for analyzing and modeling morphological phenomena. Including topology, geometry, symmetry principles, and physical principles of form.
Work bridging morphology with other disciplines including biomechanics, evolution, ecology, materials science, and engineering applications of form principles.
Full-length original research papers (5,000-10,000 words) reporting new findings and theoretical contributions.
Shorter contributions (2,000-4,000 words) describing preliminary findings, novel methods, or focused investigations.
Comprehensive reviews of current knowledge in a particular research area (by invitation or with prior editor approval).
Brief comments on published articles, responses to research, or discussion of emerging issues (500-1,500 words).
To submit your manuscript to Forma, please use the submission form below. FORMA utilizes an external Google Form platform for manuscript submissions. This allows us to securely collect your manuscript and required information in a streamlined manner.
The submission form is hosted on Google Forms. Please prepare your manuscript according to the Guidelines for Authors before submission.
Response time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 2-3 business days.
Ready to submit? Visit our submission system or read the detailed guidelines.
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