Editorial Board

Editor-in-Chief	Hyuk Je Lee, PhD	Sangji University, Korea
Associate Editor-in-Chief	Ikju Park, PhD	University of California Riverside, USA
	Chi-Yong Ahn, PhD	Korea Research Insititute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Korea
Managing editor	Yongeun Kim, PhD	Korea University, Korea
Associate managing editor	Jinsol Hong, PhD	Korea University, Korea
Editor	Ecology
	Myung Hyun Kim, PhD	National Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Korea
	Hyun-Jun Kim, PhD	Chonnam National University, Korea
	Seung Ho Baek, PhD	Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology, Korea
	Ho Young Soh, PhD	Chonnam National University, Korea
	Kwang-Guk An, PhD	Chungnam National University, Korea
	Hong-Shik Oh, PhD	Jeju National University, Korea
	Hee Young Yun, PhD	Hanyang University, Korea
	Doo-Hyung Lee, PhD	Gachon University, Korea
	Hwang Goo Lee, PhD	Sangji University, Korea
	Hyun Jung Cho, PhD	Bethune-Cookman University, USA
	Environmental Toxicology
	Chitchol Phalaraksh, PhD	Chiang Mai University, Thailand
	Yang Xu, PhD	Yuxi Normal University, China
	Jang-Seu Ki, PhD	Sangmyung University, Korea
	Min-Sik Kim, PhD	Kemin Industries, USA
	In-Hyun Nam, PhD	Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources, Korea
	Kiyun Park, PhD	Chonnam National University, Korea
	Jung-Joon Park, PhD	Gyeongsang National University, Korea
	Yun-Sik Lee, PhD	Pusan National University, Korea
	Conservation Biology
	Gonzalo Machado-Schiaffino, PhD	University of Oviedo, Spain
	Dong Gun Kim, PhD	Sahmyook University, Korea
	Sang Rul Park, PhD	Jeju National University, Korea
	I-Chan Shin, PhD	Korea National Park Research Institute, Korea
	Kyeong-Sik Cheon, PhD	Sangji University, Korea
	Sun Hee Hong, PhD	Hankyoung National University, Korea
	Sungwon Hong, PhD	Kyungpook National University, Korea
	Biodiversity and Biological Resources
	Kazumi Matsuoka, PhD	Nagasaki University, Japan
	Long Jin, PhD	Nanjing Forestry University, China
	Hyun Soo Rho, PhD	Korea Institute of Ocean Science & Technology, Korea
	Bum Soo Park, PhD	Hanyang University, Korea
	Kyong In Suh, PhD	Nakdonggang National Institute of Biological Resources, Korea
	Hyun Ju Oh, PhD	Korea Hydrographic and Oceanographic Agency, Korea
	Hee-Mock Oh, PhD	Korea Research Insititute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Korea
	Jae-Hyoung Joo, PhD	Honam National Institute of Biological Resources, Korea
	Eun Kyoung Hwang, PhD	National Institute of Fisheries Science, Korea
	Ecological Engineering
	Bhumi Nath Tripathi, PhD	Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, India
	Young-Mo Kim, PhD	Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, USA
	Gui-Sook Nam, PhD	Rural Research Institute, Korea
	Jason Park, PhD	WSP, New Zealand
	Yoon-E Choi, PhD	Korea University, Korea

Role of Editorial Board Members

Role of editor-in-chief

The editor-in-chief (EIC) is responsible for making the final decision on the publication of manuscripts by synthesizing the opinions of reviewers and editors, and holds ultimate responsibility for published papers. Additionally, the EIC has the authority to determine publishing and editorial policies for the advancement of Korean Journal of Environmental Biology (KJEB), convene the editorial board, and preside over meetings. The EIC may recommend the recognition of outstanding papers to the Academic Awards Committee and report cases of research misconduct to the Research Ethics Committee. Regularly attending the society’s board meetings, the EIC provides updates on the publication status and budget of KJEB, as well as reports on future operational plans. Furthermore, the EIC may invite outstanding academic papers to KJEB, and recommend competent researchers to serve as members of the editorial board to the society’s president.

Role of associate editor-in-chief

The associate editor-in-chief (AEIC) assists the EIC in determining the operational plans of KJEB and performs tasks to enhance the academic quality of published papers. The AEIC may make final judgments on manuscripts for which the review process is complete in place of the EIC or provide input to the EIC. It is the responsibility of the AEIC to formulate operational strategies and development directions for KJEB and report them to the EIC, as well as to invite outstanding researchers as reviewers. Additionally, the AEIC reviews papers published in KJEB and supplements detailed submission and publication regulations.

Role of editors

The editors, organized into five subfields (Ecology, Environmental toxicology, Conservation biology, Biodiversity and biological resources, and Ecological engineering), strive to enhance the quality of manuscripts within their respective areas. They meticulously review the academic quality and compliance with research ethics of submitted manuscripts. Editors may invite additional reviewers for submitted papers and present their initial decision to the EIC based on the comprehensive opinions of the reviewers. Furthermore, editors can propose additional regulations and strategies for the enhancement of KJEB’s academic standards to the EIC and AEIC.

Role of managing editor

The managing editor (ME) evaluates submitted manuscripts to ensure compliance with KJEB's guidelines and conducts similarity and duplication checks using software. The ME may request authors to address any deficiencies related to the format and writing style of the manuscript. Additionally, the ME checks for typographical errors and evaluates the quality of figures and tables. The ME facilitates the manuscript correction process between the publisher and the authors and assists authors with their final proofs. Furthermore, the ME provides responses to inquiries from authors and society members regarding the journal and guides them on the progress of submitted manuscripts.

Role of associate managing editor

The associate managing editor (AME) assists the ME in ensuring the smooth progress of manuscript submission and publication. The AME reviews reference-related errors and typographical errors in accepted papers. By reporting areas requiring improvement to the ME, the AME addresses issues related to the completeness of manuscripts. Additionally, the AME responds to inquiries regarding the status of submitted manuscripts from authors.