Focus and Scope

Focus & Scope

Geosciences • Geological Hazards • Environmental Sciences & Protection

The Journal of Geoenvironmental: Samalas (JGS) publishes original research across Geosciences, Geological Hazards, and Environmental Sciences & Protection. We welcome methodological, empirical, and applied studies that advance understanding, inform risk reduction, support sustainable resource use, and strengthen societal resilience.

A. Geosciences

Core Domain

Studies on Earth’s structure, dynamics, and resources using geological, geophysical, geochemical, and geospatial approaches.

  1. Geology & Geomorphology

    • Stratigraphy, sedimentology, and structural geology
    • Landform evolution and surface processes
    • Applied geology for resource exploration and hazard assessment
  2. Geophysics & Geodesy

    • Gravity, magnetic, seismic, and electrical methods for subsurface characterization
    • Geophysical inversion, modeling, and multi-dataset integration
    • Satellite and airborne geophysical applications
  3. Geochemistry & Hydrogeology

    • Isotope and trace-element analysis in Earth materials
    • Groundwater–rock interactions and hydrochemical modeling
    • Geochemical exploration and contamination assessment
  4. Remote Sensing & GIS for Geosciences

    • Spatial analysis for geological mapping and resource evaluation
    • Integration of geospatial technologies for Earth-system monitoring

B. Geological Hazards

Risk & Mitigation

Research on hazards from geological and geophysical processes, emphasizing monitoring, modeling, risk assessment, and mitigation:

  1. Seismology & Earthquakes — hazard assessment, fault systems, and early warning

  2. Volcanology & Volcanic Hazards — eruption dynamics, monitoring, and environmental impacts

  3. Landslides & Mass Movements — stability analysis, mapping, and early warning

  4. Tsunamis & Coastal Hazards — wave modeling, coastal erosion, and community risk reduction

  5. Hydro-meteorological & Climate-Driven Geohazards — floods, droughts, ground deformation

  6. Geoheritage & Geotourism — conservation and sustainable use of geologically significant areas

  7. Innovative Approaches — GIS, remote sensing, Geo-AI, and big-data analytics for geohazard prediction

C. Environmental Sciences & Protection

Sustainability

Research that connects geoscientific insights with environmental sustainability, management, and technology:

  1. Environmental Risk Assessment & Adaptation

    • Quantitative evaluation of environmental impacts from geohazards
    • Ecosystem-based approaches and resilience-building strategies
  2. Pollution & Environmental Quality Monitoring

    • Air, water, and soil quality assessment using geoscientific methods
    • Remote sensing and modeling for environmental surveillance
  3. Sustainable Resource Management & Conservation

    • Responsible use of geological and natural resources
    • Impacts of extractive industries and remediation practices
  4. Environmental Technologies & Innovations

    • Eco-friendly and geotechnical solutions for hazard mitigation
    • Geoscience-based approaches to waste management and remediation
  5. Policies & Regulatory Frameworks

    • Integrating environmental policy with geohazard risk management
    • Evaluation of regulatory effectiveness for geohazard mitigation

Scope Statement. JGS integrates geoscientific research, hazard assessment, and environmental protection to enhance disaster preparedness, promote sustainable resource management, and build resilient geoenvironmental futures.