Frequently Asked Questions

Event Horizon Review is a professional online journal dedicated to the analytical and theoretical study of black holes. The publication provides scientific journalism, expert commentary, and research summaries covering black hole physics, gravitational waves, and related astrophysical phenomena. Our mission is to bridge theoretical physics with observational astronomy, making complex scientific concepts accessible to researchers, academics, and science enthusiasts.

Our primary audience includes researchers, physicists, academics, graduate students, science journalists, and enthusiasts of theoretical and observational astrophysics. We aim to serve anyone interested in understanding black hole physics at a sophisticated level while maintaining accessibility for readers with strong scientific backgrounds but potentially outside the specific field of black hole research.

Event Horizon Review operates as an analytical publication rather than a traditional peer-reviewed research journal. While we do not publish original research papers requiring formal peer review, all content undergoes editorial review by specialists in astrophysics and related fields to ensure accuracy, clarity, and appropriate scientific contextualization. Our focus is on synthesis, analysis, and communication of existing research rather than primary research publication.

We publish new articles, research summaries, and expert interviews on an ongoing basis, typically several times per month. Publication frequency varies based on significant developments in black hole research, availability of interview subjects, and completion of analytical articles by our editorial team. Visitors can check our blog section regularly or contact us about receiving notifications for new publications.

Yes, we welcome submissions of analytical articles on black hole physics and related topics. Prospective authors should submit a brief proposal including an abstract (200-300 words), outline of the proposed article, and author credentials via our contact form or email. The editorial team reviews submissions for scientific merit, relevance, and suitability for our audience. Please note that we focus on analytical exposition rather than original research findings.

All content undergoes editorial review by members of our editorial board, who are specialists in astrophysics, general relativity, and related fields. Articles are checked against primary sources, peer-reviewed literature, and established scientific consensus. When discussing controversial or speculative topics, we clearly distinguish between established results and ongoing debates. We maintain high standards for accuracy while acknowledging that scientific understanding evolves.

Our articles draw from peer-reviewed scientific literature, observatory and detector collaboration announcements, conference proceedings, and direct communication with researchers. We prioritize primary sources including research papers published in established journals, data releases from major facilities (LIGO, Virgo, Event Horizon Telescope, etc.), and authoritative textbooks on general relativity and astrophysics. All significant claims are traceable to verifiable sources.

Yes, our articles may be cited as secondary sources providing analytical perspectives and syntheses of research. However, for critical academic work, we recommend citing primary sources (original research papers) in addition to or instead of our articles. Each article aims to reference key primary sources, facilitating access to the original research literature. Standard web citation formats should be used, including author names (if attributed), article title, publication name, URL, and access date.

Yes, we actively seek collaborations with research institutions, observatories, and scientific organizations. These partnerships facilitate timely coverage of significant discoveries and provide access to expert perspectives. If your institution is interested in collaboration for research communication or public outreach, please contact us through our contact form or email with details about potential partnership opportunities.

You can reach our editorial team through our contact page form, via email at info@eventhorizonreview.org, or by phone at +41 22 987 64 21. For article submissions, please use the subject line "Article Submission." For media inquiries, use "Press/Media Inquiry." We typically respond to inquiries within 24-48 hours during business days.

We occasionally accept guest contributions from researchers and science writers with appropriate expertise in black hole physics or related fields. Interested contributors should submit a proposal including their credentials, publication history, and proposed article topics. The editorial team evaluates proposals based on scientific expertise, writing quality, and relevance to our publication's scope.

No, all content on Event Horizon Review is freely accessible without subscription fees or registration requirements. We believe in open access to scientific information and communication. The website is supported through institutional partnerships and does not employ paywalls or access restrictions for published content.

Articles may be shared through links and appropriate citations. For reproduction beyond brief excerpts or quotations, please contact us for permission. We encourage sharing of knowledge while respecting intellectual property rights. Educational use for teaching purposes is generally permitted with proper attribution. Commercial reproduction requires explicit authorization.