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Tropical Oceanographic Research Frontiers

Tropical Oceanographic Research Frontiers (TORF)

Open Access (OA) Journal

Tropical Oceanographic Research Frontiers (TORF) is an international, peer-reviewed platform dedicated to advancing scientific understanding of oceanographic processes, marine ecosystems, and coastal dynamics within tropical and subtropical regions. The journal emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches that integrate physical, chemical, biological, and geological oceanography to address critical challenges affecting tropical marine environments. TORF welcomes innovative research that explores the interactions between ocean systems, climate variability, and human activities, aiming to support sustainable ocean management and resilience of tropical coastal communities. The publication serves as a bridge between fundamental science and applied solutions, promoting collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and practitioners across global tropical regions, published biannually online by Tecno Scientifica. Open Access — free for readers and authors, with no article processing charges.  Rapid Publication: manuscripts are peer-reviewed and a first decision provided to authors approximately 3 weeks after submission. About TORF journal | All volumes & issues

Tropical Oceanographic Research Frontiers publishes original research articles, reviews, and short communications focusing on the following key areas:

  • Physical Oceanography: Ocean circulation, temperature and salinity dynamics, wave and current modeling, and monsoon ocean interactions in tropical waters.
  • Chemical and Biological Oceanography: Nutrient cycling, marine biogeochemistry, plankton ecology, and biogeochemical responses to climate and anthropogenic stressors.
  • Marine Geoscience and Sedimentology: Coastal geomorphology, seabed mapping, sediment transport, and tectonic oceanographic linkages in tropical basins.
  • Climate Ocean Interactions: El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) effects, sea-level variability, and climate driven ocean changes in tropical zones.
  • Marine Pollution and Environmental Change: Microplastic distribution, heavy metal contamination, eutrophication, and mitigation strategies for tropical marine ecosystems.
  • Coastal and Island System Dynamics: Mangrove, coral reef, and seagrass ecosystem processes; coastal erosion; and habitat restoration approaches.
  • Ocean Observation and Modeling: Remote sensing, oceanographic instrumentation, numerical modeling, and data assimilation for tropical ocean studies.
  • Sustainable Marine Resource Management: Fisheries oceanography, blue economy development, and policy frameworks for tropical ocean governance.