2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 From: Amelia Bain <amelia.a.bain@xxxxxxxxx> *Two special issues in the Journal of Applied Volcanology: Community Voices & Data Visualization* Dear volcanology community, We would like to make you aware of two special collections currently receiving submissions in the Journal of Applied Volcanology. *Data Visualization* The special collection on â??Data Visualization and Effective Communication in Volcanology: Cross-disciplinary Lessons from Research and Practice <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.biomedcentral.com/collections/dvecv__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7l5vTmj8g$>â?? is now receiving submissions until September 2025. This collection will highlight effective approaches for visualising and communicating volcanic information: from monitoring data to hazard model outputs, through to risk, impact, vulnerability information, and more. Our guest editors for this collection are: Dr Danielle Charlton, Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Limited, New Zealand Dr Mary Anne Clive, Institute of Geological and Nuclear Sciences Limited, New Zealand Dr Shinji Takarada, Geological Survey of Japan, Japan We welcome submissions on a range of topics exploring effective information visualisation, considering the full spectrum of approaches to displaying complex science: ranging from effective maps and displays of spatial and three- or four-dimensional information, through to the use of symbology and information products for non-technical users, and beyond. We are interested in papers presenting research studies, case studies, and literature reviews, including evidence for best practice, techniques to identify and evaluate user needs and preferences, evaluation methods, software for visualisation and management of big data, and other topics that support effective communication. The full description of the collection and link to submit an article can be found here <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.biomedcentral.com/collections/dvecv__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7l5vTmj8g$> . *Community Voices* The special collection on â??Community voices and volcanic risk reduction: co-production, participatory research, and community-led approaches to risk <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.biomedcentral.com/collections/CVVRR__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7mkoD967A$>â?? is open for submissions until the end of 2024. The collection will highlight research and case studies that adopt participatory, community-led, or co-produced approaches to volcanic risk and resilience. Our guest editors for this collection are: Dr Teresa Armijos Burneo, PhD, University of Edinburgh, UK Prof Jenni Barclay, University of Bristol, UK Prof Eliza Calder, University of Edinburgh, UK Dr Natalia Pardo Villaveces, Universidad de Los Andes, Colombia The collection seeks to spotlight community participation initiatives in volcanic contexts, encouraging articles that cover various approaches and challenges. We welcome contributions from a broad range of stakeholders involved in understanding and managing volcanic risk, including scientists, indigenous researchers, practitioners, policymakers, emergency managers, and community leaders. We are also interested in exploring connections with the Sendai Framework and UN Sustainable development Goals, promoting inclusive and sustainable settlements and addressing global challenges. The full description of the collection and link to submit an article can be found here <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.biomedcentral.com/collections/CVVRR__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7mkoD967A$> . *About the Journal of Applied Volcanology* The Journal of Applied Volcanology <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://appliedvolc.biomedcentral.com/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7kOyzfVRA$> is a fully open-access international journal with a focus on applied research relating to volcanism, and particularly its societal impacts. The Journal was initiated by the IAVCEI Commission on Cities and Volcanoes <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://citiesonvolcanoes.wordpress.com/__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7k-HFk7VQ$> . Characterising volcanic impacts and associated risk relies not only on quantifying physical threat but also understanding social and physical vulnerability and resilience. The broad aim of volcanologists in this domain is to increase public resilience to volcanic risk via research that reduces both human fatalities and volcanic impacts on livelihoods, infrastructure, and the economy. The Journal of Applied Volcanology fills an important gap for scientists who want to publish research that addresses this aim and wish to reach a broad audience. It also aims to present research that is driven and led by practitioner and community needs and thus welcomes articles led by, or written in collaboration with, those managing volcanic risk. The Journal also has a unique Hazard Map article type, which you can read more about here <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://appliedvolc.biomedcentral.com/submission-guidelines/preparing-your-manuscript/hazard-map__;!!IKRxdwAv5BmarQ!YN5u5OhRSP-bdlIWrex5Onl-qtIHNOXn-XxvtiqwkOyoL4MtbzrGyeVokeL1SpTI84PDQ7d1ClMGuH3dc7nXtOBihg$> . The Journal has a number of waivers available for corresponding authors in difficult financial circumstances to reduce or waive the article processing charge (APC). These are available on discretion of the Editor-in-Chief. Please donâ??t hesitate to get in touch if you have a possible contribution and would like to discuss this. We have a number of these waivers available for the special collections. Many corresponding authors are also likely to have the APC covered under institutional read and publish agreements with Springer Nature. Thus we encourage you to check if your institution is included. Please also feel free to share this information with any colleagues who may benefit. Emma Hudson-Doyle, Editor-in-Chief (e.e.hudson-doyle@xxxxxxxxxxxx) Amelia Bain, Managing Editor (amelia.bain@xxxxxxxx) 2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2 ------------------------------
