Publish with ESA.
Publish with ESA.
Advance insect science and strengthen your community. When you publish, review, or serve as an editor with ESA, you’re doing more than contributing research. You’re shaping the future of entomology for the better. ESA journals are central to our mission to empower entomologists and share insect science globally. As scientific publishing rapidly evolves, choosing ESA means choosing both excellence and commitment to our profession.
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Publishing That Gives Back
As a nonprofit, mission-driven scientific society, ESA is home to nearly 7,000 members who join to connect, learn, discover, and prepare for the future. When you publish with ESA, your support goes further. All ESA journal proceeds are reinvested into:
- Member programs
- Career development opportunities
- Advocacy for insect science
- Community initiatives
Every ESA journal article strengthens the entomological community.
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“Publishing in these journals helps fund everything else the organization does… activities that yield benefits to entomology as a whole.”
– Rob Morrison, Ph.D. (READ MORE)
Scientific Excellence
ESA journals are recognized worldwide for publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research. They maintain rigorous editorial standards to help authors move their research forward.
- 85% of submitted manuscripts receive a first decision within 60 days, with a median time to first decision of 45 days.
- Dedicated editors and reviewers provide expert assessments that uphold the highest standards of scientific integrity and quality.
- Authors benefit from a collaborative review process.
Mission-Driven Values
In a time when trust in science is critical, nonprofit publishers like ESA play a vital role—upholding scientific integrity, advancing knowledge, and supporting the next generation of researchers.
Quality
We uphold rigorous standards across every stage of publishing—from editorial guidance to peer review—ensuring sound, high-quality science.
Inclusion
We provide a platform for all insect science to make an impact and we foster opportunities for researchers from diverse backgrounds.
Community
By scientists, for scientists. We prioritize the needs of the entomological community in every decision we make.
Accessible Publishing Opportunities
From fully open-access titles to institutional publishing agreements and member discounts, ESA journals provide flexible publishing options that help authors share their research with readers worldwide.
“ESA is more than professional scientists; it is an organization seeking to improve the world with our skills and the knowledge that the little things matter so much.
– ESA Member, 2026 Membership Survey
Support Your Society and Your Science
As an ESA member, you benefit from:
- Discounted publishing fees
- Eligibility for discretionary waivers if funding is limited
Plus, when you choose ESA journals, you elevate your work, support your peers, and strengthen insect science.
“The science ESA supports is world-class: the journals and meetings consistently push the boundaries of what we know about insects and how we apply that knowledge to real problems.”
– ESA Member, 2026 Membership Survey
Links to complete information on submission instructions and publishing policies for contributors to ESA publications are available below.
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