Call for Book Chapters and Editors- Food Science, Nutrition, and Technology Book Series

2025-10-18
Call for Book Chapters and Editors Food Science, Nutrition, and Technology Book Series
Published by STAR Scholars Press | Peer-Reviewed | Open Access Overview

The Food Science, Nutrition, and Technology series by STAR Scholars Press invites chapter authors and guest editors to contribute to its upcoming 2026 volumes.

This international, peer-reviewed, open-access book series showcases advanced research and technological innovation at the intersection of food science, human nutrition, and food technology. Designed for doctoral researchers, early-career scientists, industry professionals, and interdisciplinary scholars, the series captures the depth and diversity of emerging work shaping the global food landscape—from molecules to markets. Each book will highlight a specialized theme, presenting original, evidence-based chapters that advance scientific understanding, promote food quality and safety, and contribute to health, sustainability, and innovation worldwide.

Call for Book Chapters

We invite scholars, researchers, and practitioners to contribute chapters (approximately 4,500 words) to the upcoming volumes of this series.

Chapters may address empirical research, conceptual analyses, methodological innovations, or applied practices in the following broad domains:

  • Food Chemistry and Flavor Science

  • Food Microbiology, Safety, and Toxicology

  • Nutritional Biochemistry and Functional Foods

  • Food Processing, Engineering, and Packaging Technologies

  • Sensory Science and Consumer Research

  • Data Science, AI, and Predictive Modeling in Food Systems

  • Biotechnology, Cellular Agriculture, and Alternative Proteins

  • Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Food Systems

  • Public Health Nutrition and Global Food Policy

  • Enology, Brewing, and Fermentation Science

  • Education, Training, and Extension in Food Science

Authors are encouraged to submit chapters that integrate scientific rigor, technological insight, and societal relevance. Interdisciplinary, cross-cultural, and collaborative studies are highly valued.

Submission Requirements

Interested authors should submit the following materials by email:

  1. A chapter abstract (200–250 words) summarizing the topic, scope, and contribution.

  2. A brief author biography (100–150 words).

  3. A short CV (maximum two pages).

Chapter Length: ~4,500 words (including references)
Peer Review: Double-blind process managed by STAR Scholars Press editors

Send submissions to:
Dr. Roy Y. Chan, Director of Book Publications
Email: publications@starscholars.org

Key Dates

  • Proposal Deadline: March 1, 2026

  • Notification of Acceptance: April 15, 2026

  • Full Chapter Due: July 15, 2026

  • Anticipated Publication: December 2026

  Call for Editors (Guest Editors and Volume Editors)

We are also accepting proposals from experienced scholars to serve as Guest Editors or Volume Editors for three forthcoming titles.

Guest editors will lead a themed book project, coordinate with contributing authors, oversee the peer-review process, and co-author an introductory or concluding chapter. STAR Scholars Press provides full editorial and production support throughout.

Editorial Themes

Potential focus areas for 2026 include, but are not limited to:

  • AI and Predictive Analytics in Food Innovation

  • Functional Foods and Human Health

  • Sustainability, Ethics, and Global Food Systems

  • Food Engineering and Digital Transformation

  • New Frontiers in Nutritional Biochemistry

  Eligibility

Ideal candidates will have:

  • A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or doctoral student in food science, nutrition, or a related field;

  • Demonstrated publication or editorial experience;

  • A record of research, teaching, or leadership in the relevant domain; and

  • A commitment to mentoring emerging researchers and maintaining scholarly excellence.

Application Materials

To apply as a Guest Editor or Volume Editor, please submit:

  1. A 1-page proposal describing your proposed book theme and its significance;

  2. A brief biography (150 words);

  3. A current CV (3–5 pages).

Send materials to:
Dr. Roy Y. Chan
Director of Book Publications, STAR Scholars Press
Email: publications@starscholars.org | rchan@leeuniversity.edu

  Publishing Model and Benefits

  • Open Access Publication: Freely available globally with full DOI registration.

  • Peer-Reviewed: All chapters undergo rigorous double-blind review.

  • Professional Editing: Formatting, style review, and indexing provided.

  • CrossRef and COUNTER Membership: Ensuring discoverability and citation tracking.

  • No-cost publication for invited contributors (funded volumes).

About STAR Scholars Press

STAR Scholars Press is an international academic publisher committed to advancing research and collaboration through open-access books and journals. We foster global dialogue, innovation, and inclusivity across disciplines, connecting scholars from over 100 countries.

Visit us online: www.starscholars.org