About UDA Digest
The world's only platform dedicated to Underwater Domain Awareness, bringing together diverse perspectives and expert knowledge on maritime challenges and developments.
What is UDA Digest?
UDA Digest is a dynamic platform that brings together diverse views and thoughts in the form of short articles, videos, commentaries, creative posts, and more. UDA Digest began its journey as a one-stop destination for expert knowledge on Underwater Domain Awareness, a concept that has been championed for years.
UDA Digest – The Only Magazine Dedicated to Underwater Domain Awareness
Our Aim
The primary aim of UDA Digest is to educate readers about the challenges, developments, and advancements in the field of Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA). We provide a space for sharing knowledge about critical sectors including:
- •Maritime Security
- •Blue Economy
- •Marine Environment
- •Skilling India
- •Geopolitics & International Relations
- •Science & Technology
- •Underwater Archaeology
Our Scope
The scope of UDA Digest is broad and multifaceted, catering to a wide audience interested in the various aspects of monitoring and managing activities in the underwater region. We facilitate the publishing of research findings and insights among the community of professionals, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the underwater world.
Publication Frequency
Monthly
Language
English
Starting Year
2022
Format
Online
Article Formats & Guidelines
UDA Digest now features focused thematic categories of articles and publications:
Underwater Heritage
Historical and archaeological perspectives on underwater discoveries and maritime heritage.
Marine Security
Expert commentaries and analytical perspectives on maritime security, policy trends, and current affairs.
- •Based on data and facts with sound analysis
- •Indicative length: Up to 800 words
Skilling India
Articles focusing on skill development, capacity building, and workforce readiness in the maritime and allied sectors.
Note: Short Reports and Expert Articles are now published under the UDA Journal.
Author Guidelines
Content Requirements
- ✓Headline: Clear, concise, and catchy
- ✓Word Limit: 1,000-2,000 words (longer articles negotiable)
- ✓Current Context: Include relevant policy updates and scenarios
- ✓Structure: Use paragraphs and sub-headlines for clarity
- ✓UDA Framework: Incorporate the importance of UDA concept
Formatting & Submission
- ✓Font: Calibri, size 11
- ✓Visuals: Include graphics, charts, and images with sources
- ✓Highlights: Bold important quotes and key points
- ✓Author Bio: Include brief author information
- ✓Format: Submit in Word format with separate images
Ready to Contribute?
We welcome submissions from maritime researchers, experts, and professionals worldwide. UDA Digest articles are published monthly.
Contact the Editor:
Email: nishtha.vishwakarma@maritimeresearchcenter.com
Share your article ideas and drafts with the Editor. We review submissions for plagiarism, editorial compliance, and publication readiness.
Our Publishing Policy
We maintain rigorous standards to ensure publication quality and reader engagement across all formats.
Editorial Review
Plagiarism check and editor review per SOP standards
Peer Review
Expert reviewers evaluate academic quality and relevance
Quality Assurance
Grammar, flow, and formatting verification
Monthly Publication
Articles published in monthly cycles with clear timelines
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