Systematic Entomology has been publishing continuously since 1936, first as Proceedings of the Royal Entomological Society B: Taxonomy, and as Systematic Entomology since 1976. Our scope has evolved over the years and in recent years we have focused on publishing high-quality systematics, phylogenetics and integrative taxonomy research of broad biological, evolutionary, or zoogeographical significance. We pride ourselves on maintaining a balance between studies using cutting-edge phylogenomic and macroevolutionary approaches, and those integrating more traditional methods.
This ethos will not change. However, we have until now been the only RES journal not considering work on non-insect arthropods. This is perhaps understandable given the kinds of research we publish but we are keen to be more taxonomically inclusive, and we are pleased to announce that we are now considering work on arachnids (excluding mites) and myriapods as well as insects.
In order to support this new area of the journal we are also delighted that Ligia Benavides has joined the Editor-in-Chief team. Ligia has taken on responsibility for commissioning arachnid and myriapod content, and handling these submissions through peer review.
“I am pleased to be joining the Systematic Entomology editorial team at such an exciting time. It’s great to be opening up such a strong Society journal to a new audience. We welcome all submissions on arachnids and myriapods, provided they align with the journal’s standards and focus on systematics and taxonomy.”
– Ligia Benevides
If you work on the evolution of these taxa, please do get in touch with Ligia to discuss your submission, or just submit your work in the usual way. We would be delighted to hear from you.
