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River Template

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About the River format

River is a peer-reviewed journal published by Wiley, covering Hydrology and Watershed Management Studies, Flood Risk Assessment and Management, Hydrology and Sediment Transport Processes.

PublisherWiley
Reference styleAuthor–year (Chicago)
Author–year — (Smith, 2023) in the text
Smith, Ada, Ben Jones, and Cara Lee. 2023. "A Representative Article Title." River 12 (3): 45–58.

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Publishes research inHydrology and Watershed Management Studies Flood Risk Assessment and Management Hydrology and Sediment Transport Processes Soil erosion and sediment transport Water resources management and optimization
ISSN2750-4867
Citation impact (2-yr)1.41
h-index13
i10-index20
Total citations838
Open accessYes
Top institutions publishing hereChina Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower Research
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Papers published in River per year

26
2022
50
2023
47
2024
63
2025

Citation impact of River by publication year

368
2022
267
2023
133
2024
42
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in River

The 2022 extreme drought in the Yangtze River Basin: Characteristics, causes and response strategies

Miaomiao Ma, Yanping Qu, Juan Lyu et al. · 1 Nov 2022

Abstract An extreme drought occurred in the Yangtze River Basin in 2022, inflicting huge impacts nationwide. To provide a reference for drought prevention and mitigation, this paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the drought in the Yangtze River Basin in terms of its characteristics, causes, impacts, and response strategies. It concludes that this extreme drought…

Rivers: Linking nature, life, and civilization

Hao Wang, Guohua He · 5 Jul 2022

Abstract Rivers are basic natural resources supporting ecosystems and human societies, and the health of rivers is crucial to the Earth's sustainable development. Under the profound influence of climate change and human activities, great changes have recently occurred in the circulation and development of rivers, as well as the ways in which they are utilized.…

A review on effects of human activities on aquatic organisms in the Yangtze River Basin since the 1950s

Senlu Yin, Yujun Yi, Qi Liu et al. · 1 Aug 2022

Abstract The Yangtze River is the longest river in China, with abundant water resources, high water energy reserves, and rich biodiversity. Human activities have greatly changed the hydrology and ecology of the Yangtze River Basin since the 1950s. The aquatic biodiversity in the Yangtze River Basin has declined sharply, while the amount of fishery in…

Spatiotemporal variations of riverine flood fatalities: 70 years global to regional perspective

Hossein Hamidifar, Michael Nones · 1 May 2023

Abstract Floods are among the most devastating natural hazards worldwide. While rainfall is the primary trigger of floods, human activities and climate change can exacerbate the impacts of floods and lead to more significant economic and social consequences. In this research, fluvial flood fatalities in the 1951–2020 period have been studied, analyzing the information reported…

The significance of morphometric analysis of Shimsha River, Karnataka, India to understand the hydrological and morphological characteristics

Pawan Kumar Gautam · 1 Nov 2023

Abstract Morphometric analysis is crucial for advancing in various fields, including geomorphology, hydrology, environmental sciences, and geological studies. The objective of the present study is to understand the hydrological and morphological characteristics of the Shimsha River, which flows through the fluvial deltaic plain in the semiarid environment of Karnataka. Remote sensing and geographic information system…

River template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the River format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the River template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Wiley format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does River use?
River uses Author–year (Chicago) references, shown as author–year markers such as (Smith, 2023) in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: Smith, Ada, Ben Jones, and Cara Lee. 2023. "A Representative Article Title." River 12 (3): 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to River?
No. DocuGuru generates the USG LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Wiley-ready River document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the River template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the River format with correct headings, figures, tables, and author–year citations.
Who publishes River?
River is a multidisciplinary journal published by Wiley. DocuGuru's River template matches Wiley's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready River PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official River template (the USG class) that is ready to submit to Wiley, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the River template cost?
You can start writing in the River template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready River PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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