Journal of Food Studies


Journal of Food Studies (ISSN 2166-1073) is an international, double-blind peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal published online annually in December by Macrothink Institute, USA. It aims to publish high-quality original research, applied studies, and review articles in the broad field of food science and technology.

Key areas of focus include:

  • Food chemistry and analysis 
  • Food processing, preservation, and engineering technologies 
  • Food safety, quality control, and risk assessment 
  • Nutritional science, functional foods, and obesity research 
  • Food policy, sustainability, and regulatory issues 
  • Emerging technologies in food production and supply chain management 

The journal serves as a platform for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers to share innovative findings and advance knowledge in food-related disciplines.

All articles are freely available to readers worldwide, supporting equitable access to scientific knowledge. We welcome submissions from diverse regions and encourage early-career researchers to contribute. The journal aligns with key UN Sustainable Development Goals, including Zero Hunger, Good Health, Responsible Consumption, and Climate Action.

The Journal is included in:

Manuscripts should be submitted through our online submission portal. Alternatively, submissions can be sent to jfs@macrothink.org.

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Paper Selection and Publication Process

a). Upon receipt of a manuscript, the editor sends a confirmation email to the corresponding author within 1–3 working days. If this confirmation is not received, the submission may have been missed. Please contact the editor promptly in such cases.

b). Peer review: A double-blind review system is used, where both the reviewers and authors remain anonymous. Each manuscript is reviewed by three experts—typically two external reviewers and one editorial board member.

c). The review results are communicated to the corresponding author via email.

d). If the manuscript is accepted, the authors revise it according to reviewers’ comments and pay an article processing charge (APC) of 100 USD.

e). The published article is made available in PDF format on the journal’s website and is freely downloadable.

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Open Access Policy：

The journal follows the Gold Open Access model, providing immediate and unrestricted access to all articles on the publisher’s website upon publication.

Copyright Policy:

Copyrights for articles are retained by the authors, with first publication rights granted to the journal. Authors have rights to reuse, republish, archive, and distribute their own articles after publication. The journal/publisher is not responsible for subsequent uses of the work.

This journal is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.

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Announcements

 

JFS: Call for Peer Reviewers

  

Journal of Food Studies is seeking qualified researchers to support its peer-review process. We welcome scientists and scholars to serve as peer reviewers.

Reviewer Requirements:

  • Doctoral degree or above
  • Affiliation with a university or research institution
  • Proficiency in academic and professional English
  • Familiarity with APA citation style
  • Ability to conduct timely and accurate reviews
  • Commitment to food science and scholarly research

Benefits of Being a Reviewer:

  • Expand your professional network
  • Improve your critical review skills
  • Gain early access to cutting-edge research
  • Be listed as an Editorial Board member
  • Strengthen your CV for promotion or tenure
  • Contribute to high-quality academic publishing

How to Apply

  1. Download and complete the application form: [MS Word Format]
  2. Email your completed form to: jfs@macrothink.org

Join us in advancing food research!

  
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JFS: Vol. 14, No. 1, 2025, Call for papers

  
Journal of Food Studies is calling for papers for the Vol. 14, No. 1, December 2025 issue (Deadline: December 1, 2025).
 
If you are interested in submitting a manuscript, please submit your manuscripts online or e-mail your paper to jfs@macrothink.org		  
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