The Leading Edge

About The Leading Edge

About The Leading Edge

The Leading Edge is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Society of Exploration Geophysicists.

Key indicators: ISSN 1070485X, 19383789.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

Publishing in The Leading Edge

When considering this journal, verify its current indexing status, editorial board, and recent publications to ensure it meets your needs for visibility and credibility.

• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.
• Submission: Submit via the official journal website.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of The Leading Edge?
1070485X, 19383789.

Who publishes The Leading Edge?
Society of Exploration Geophysicists.

Where do I submit to The Leading Edge?
Via the official website.

Is The Leading Edge peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.