Journal Guide

Journal of Engineering Design is an international publication that provides an essential forum for dialogue on insightful issues across all disciplines and aspects of the design of engineered products and systems. The Journal publishes pioneering best industrial practice as well as authoritative research, studies and review papers on the underlying principles of design, its management, practice, techniques and methodologies. Fully supported by an international editorial board, the Journal publishes only the highest-quality original research contributions and book reviews from all the major disciplines of engineering design. The Journal covers, but is not restricted to, the following topics: * aesthetics, style and form * collaborative design * creativity and innovation * design costing * design education and pedagogy * design for X, e.g. manufacturability, assembly, environment, sustainability * design management * design risk and uncertainty * design theory and methodology * designing product platforms, modularity and reuse * emotive design, e.g. Kansei engineering * ergonomics, styling and the design process * evolutionary design activity (product improvement & refinement) * global and distributed design * inclusive design and assistive technology * industrial design and total design * integrated design development * knowledge and information management * maintainability, sustainability, safety and standards * product introduction process and new product design development * quality, reliability and robustness * service design and design services * state-of-the-art reviews * systems design All published research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by independent expert referees.

The Journal of Groups in Addiction & Recovery is the first peer-reviewed group therapy journal that attends to both the addiction and the mental health needs of clients. This journal offers an important forum for the diverse team of treatment providers, clinicians, educators, and researchers that serve addictions groups. The journal presents up-to-date clinical, research, and training articles involving a broad range of addictions and compulsive behaviors. The Journal of Groups in Addiction & Recovery provides a unique opportunity for group therapists and addictions treatment professionals8212;as well as academics, researchers, and other health care practitioners8212;to learn about the latest developments in this specialized form of addictions treatment. The editorial board includes representatives from diverse theoretical persuasions, facilitating communication among the professional communities working with addictions groups. Some of the topics covered in the Journal of Groups in Addiction & Recovery: alcoholismchemical dependenceeating disorderssexual compulsivitymoney compulsivitycodependenceinpatient and outpatient treatmenttherapeutic communitiesinterpersonal therapycognitive-behavioral therapymutual help groupsdual diagnosis groups Recurring features in the Journal of Groups in Addiction & Recovery include: a consultation section8212;a clinical question is addressed by a panel of group therapistsa transcript of group therapy8212;analyzed by several experts with different theoretical orientationsbook reviews8212;to survey developments in addiction and recovery Peer Review Policy: All articles in this journal have undergone rigorous anonymous double-blind peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by two to four anonymous referees.Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Bioremediation Journal is a peer-reviewed quarterly that publishes current, original laboratory and field research in bioremediation, the use of biological and supporting physical treatments to treat contaminated soil and groundwater. The journal rapidly disseminates new information on emerging and maturing bioremediation technologies and integrates scientific research and engineering practices. The authors, editors, and readers are scientists, field engineers, site remediation managers, and regulatory experts from the academic, industrial, and government sectors worldwide.High-quality, original articles make up the primary content. Other contributions are technical notes, short communications, and occasional invited review articles. Before contributions are accepted for publication, they must pass a rigorous peer-review process managed by the editor-in-chief. The journal also publishes letters to the editor, book and software reviews, new product and patent information, and announcements of upcoming conferences and courses.The scope encompasses any use of biological processes for environmental restoration. Hybrid technologies, which combine chemical and/or physical processes with biological, also are appropriate for inclusion. Manuscripts dealing with any stage of technology development and validation, from basic laboratory research through bench-scale testing to field application, are invited. Papers that focus on field applications are particularly encouraged. Also relevant are examinations of the social framework of bioremediation, including regulatory, economic, and public perception issues.Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Reports on all aspects of drug action in humansOriginal papers. reviews. editorials. letters. book reviewsNorth American. European. Australasian EditorsSpecial supplements on new drugsOpen-access after 12 monthsOnline submission through ScholarOne Manuscripts Published on behalf of the British Pharmacological Society Aims and Scope Published on behalf of the British Pharmacological Society. theBritish Journal of Clinical Pharmacologycontains papers and reports on all aspects of drug action in humans: invited review articles. original papers. short communications and correspondence. The Journal enjoys a wide readership. bridging the gap between the medical profession. clinical research and the pharmaceutical industry. Proceedings of the meetings of the Clinical Section of the British Pharmacological Society are published in abstract form. and supplements containing information on new methods. new drugs and new approaches to treatment are supplied free of charge. All editorials now available to access free online. Clickhere to access now! Readership The journal contains research and review articles on all aspects of drug action in humans. together with abstracts of clinical proceedings of the Society. The journal is recognized as one of the leading publications in its field. The readership consists of clinical pharmacologists in academic and NHS posts. pharmacologists. pharmacists. physicians as well as scientists in the pharmaceutical industry. The readership reflects the journal"s role as a bridge between the medical professions. clinical research and the pharmaceutical industry.

The following 11 areas are covered by Current Opinion in Insect Science.

• Ecology
• Insect genomics
• Global Change Biology
• Molecular Physiology (Including Immunity)
• Pests and Resistance
• Parasites, Parasitoids and Biological Control
• Behavioural Ecology
• Development and Regulation
• Social Insects
• Neuroscience
• Vectors and Medical and Veterinary Entomology

There is also a section that changes every year to reflect hot topics in the field.

Section Editors, who are major authorities in their area, are appointed by the Editors of the journal. They divide their section into a number of topics, ensuring that the field is comprehensively covered and that all issues of current importance are emphasized. Section Editors commission articles from leading scientists on each topic that they have selected and the commissioned authors write short review articles in which they present recent developments in their subject, emphasizing the aspects that, in their opinion, are most important. In addition, they provide short annotations to the papers that they consider to be most interesting from all those published in their topic over the previous year.

Recognized for its probing, comprehensive, and evidence-based reviews, Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care devotes each issue to a timely and practical topic in pediatric medicine, presented by leading authorities in the field. The journal offers readers easily accessible information that enhances professional experience and is pertinent to daily pediatric practice. Each issue's review article is accompanied by an additional special feature designed to highlight a particular aspect of the topic presented.2014 Topics, Volume 44:January 2014Algal Blooms and Children's HealthTodd R. Miller, PhDFebruary 2014Treating the Whole Person with Autism: The Proceedings of the Autism Speaks National Autism ConferenceDaniel L. Coury MD, et alMarch 2014A Review on the Genetic, Environmental and Lifestyle Aspects of the Early-life Origins of Cardiovascular DiseaseRoya Kelishadi MD, Parinaz Poursafa PhDApril 2014Fetal Alcohol Spectrum DisordersYasmin Senturias, MDMay/June 2014Adolescent Fatigue, POTS, and Recovery: A Guide for CliniciansPhil Fischer, MDJuly 2014Applying Adult Learning Practices in Medical EducationJohn Mahan, MD, et alAugust 2014Refugee Children and Their Families: Supporting Psychological Well-Being and Positive Adaptaions Following MigrationMary Fabio, MDSeptember 2014Physical, Behavioral, and Cognitive Effects of Prenatal Tobacco and Postnatal Secondhand Smoke ExposureMichael Weitzman, MDOctober 2014Sex TraffickingJordan Greenbaum, MD

International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences (IJANS) is an international scientific journal published by Elsevier. The broad-based journal was founded on two key tenets, i.e. to publish the most exciting research with respect to the subjects of Nursing and Midwifery in Africa, and secondly, to advance the international understanding and development of nursing and midwifery in Africa, both as a profession and as an academic discipline.The fully refereed journal provides a forum for all aspects of nursing and midwifery sciences, especially new trends and advances. The journal call for original research papers, systematic and scholarly review articles, and critical papers which will stimulate debate on research, policy, theory or philosophy of nursing as related to nursing and midwifery in Africa, technical reports, and short communications, and which will meet the journal's high academic and ethical standards. Manuscripts of nursing practice, education, management, and research are encouraged. The journal values critical scholarly debate on issues that have strategic significance for educators, practitioners, leaders and policy-makers of nursing and midwifery in Africa. The journal publishes the highest quality scholarly contributions reflecting the diversity of nursing, and is also inviting international scholars who are engaged with nursing and midwifery in Africa to contribute to the journal. We will only publish work that demonstrates the use of rigorous methodology as well as by publishing papers that highlight the theoretical underpinnings of nursing and midwifery as it relates to the Africa context. The journal employs a double blind peer review process for all submissions and is working towards inclusion of the journal on the Thomson Reuters Journal Citation Reports.

The Journal of Information & Optimization Sciences is a refereed journal following two-referee system which is currently being published in one volume per year of six issues in the months of January, March, May, July, September and November along with the Online version.

The Journal of Library Metadata, a peer-reviewed journal, marks the growing importance of metadata in libraries and other institutions. As libraries collect, produce, distribute and publish more information than ever before, the metadata that describes these resources becomes more critical for digital resource management and discovery. The journal is the exclusive forum for the latest research, innovations, news, and expert views about all aspects of metadata applications and about the role of metadata in information retrieval. The focus is on practical, applicable information that libraries and other institutions can effectively use in their own information discovery environments. The journal features original scholarly research, new developments in the field, and reviews of relevant material. Subjects covered include, but are not limited, to application profiles; best practices; controlled vocabularies; cross walking of metadata and interoperability; digital libraries and metadata; federated repositories and searching; folksonomies, individual metadata schemes; institutional repository metadata; metadata content standards; resource description framework; SKOS; topic maps; and more. Readership: The Journal of Library Metadata is essential reading for information professionals dealing with metadata, cataloging, institutional repositories and/or digital repositories and libraries, information retrieval system design as well as for researchers in library and information science and related fields. Peer Review Policy: All research articles in Journal of Library Metadata have undergone rigorous peer review based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by two anonymous referees.

The Journal of Membrane Science provides a focal point for academic and industrial chemists, chemical engineers, materials scientists, and membranologists working on membrane systems.The journal publishes original research and reviews on membrane transport, membrane formation / structure, fouling, module / process design, and processes / applications.Primary emphasis is on structure, function, and performance of non-biological membranes; papers bridging the gap with biological membranes are also appropriate.The Journal of Membrane Science publishes Full Text Papers, State-of-the-Art Reviews, Letters to the Editor, and Perspectives.Reviews: should not only summarize the key research contributions in a field, they should also provide critical evaluation of the scientific literature. Review papers are intended to provide archival guidance and direction for the broad membrane community and are thus held to the highest standard for publication.Perspective articles: should provide a focused discussion of an important area of membrane science and technology, emphasizing recent developments, future challenges, and/or new opportunities. Perspective articles will be by invitation only, and they will be reviewed by at least one Editor of the Journal and one member of our Advisory or Editorial Board.Authors interested in submitting a Review Article or Perspective paper should contact one of the Editors prior to submission to discuss the scope and appropriate of the proposed contribution.Endorsed by the Aseanian, European and North American Membrane Societies.

The objective of the Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering is to bridge the gap between the engineering, the geology and the science of petroleum and natural gas by publishing explicitly written articles intelligible to scientists and engineers working in any field of petroleum engineering, natural gas engineering and petroleum (natural gas) geology. An attempt is made in all issues to balance the subject matter and to appeal to a broad readership.The Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering covers the fields of petroleum (and natural gas) exploration, production and flow in its broadest possible sense. Topics include: origin and accumulation of petroleum (natural gas); petroleum (natural gas) geochemistry; reservoir engineering; rock mechanics/petrophysics; well logging, testing and evaluation; mathematical modelling; enhanced oil and gas recovery; petroleum (natural gas) geology; compaction/diagenesis; petroleum (natural gas) economics; drilling and drilling fluids; thermodynamics and phase behavior, fluid mechanics in porous media and multi-phase flow; reservoir simulation; production engineering; formation evaluation; exploration methods and C02 Sequestration in geological formations/sub-surface.Papers will be published with the minimum of publication delay. Research articles, case histories, field process reports, short communications, book reviews, symposia proceedings and review articles are accepted. Generally, review articles on some topic of special current interest will be published.

How did Casablanca affect the home front during World War II? What is the postfeminist significance of Buffy the Vampire Slayer? The Journal of Popular Film and Television answers such far-ranging questions by using the methods of popular culture studies to examine commercial film and television, historical and contemporary. Articles discuss networks, genres, series, and audiences, as well as celebrity stars, directors, and studios. Regular features include essays on the social and cultural background of films and television programs, filmographies, bibliographies, and commissioned book and video reviews. Each year, the journal publishes one theme issue on such subjects as "Media Literacy and Education: The Teacher-Scholar in Film and Television" and "Fantastic Voyages: Horror, Fantasy, and Science Fiction/Speculative Cinema." The Journal of Popular Film and Television delivers solid, lively insights. Please e-mail Michael Marsden or Gary Edgerton, executive editors of the Journal of Popular Film and Television, if you have any suggestions for future articles or theme issues.Peer Review Policy:Each and every submission to this journal is given a prompt and exacting peer review by the two co-editors as well as one or more editorial board members as needed. Moreover, the acceptance rate is approximately 15%. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

As the flagship publication for the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness, the Journal of Research on Educational Effectiveness (JREE) publishes original articles from a multidisciplinary community of researchers who are committed to applying principles of scientific inquiry to the study of educational problems. Articles published in JREE should advance our knowledge of factors important for educational success and/or improve our ability to conduct further disciplined studies of pressing educational problems. JREE welcomes manuscripts that fit into one of the following categories: 1) interventions and evaluation studies, and 2) methodological studies. The first category includes studies that focus on process and implementation and seek to demonstrate causal claims in educational research. To establish a stronger connection between scientific evidence and educational practice, studies submitted to JREE should focus on pressing problems found in classrooms and schools. Studies that help advance our understanding and demonstrate effectiveness related to challenges in reading, mathematics education, and science education are especially welcome as are studies related to cognitive functions, social processes, organizational factors, and cultural features that mediate and/or moderate critical educational outcomes. On occasion, invited responses to JREE articles and rejoinders to those responses will be included in an issue. Peer Review Policy: All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by at least two anonymous referees.

The Journal of Statistics & Management Systems is a refereed journal following two-referee system which is currently being published in one volume per year of six issues in the months of January, March, May, July, September and November along with the Online version.

Original research papers, survey articles, book reviews, dissertation abstracts etc. devoted to all theoretical and applicable topics in Statistics, Management System and related areas are considered for publication in this journal.

Managing Sport and Leisure is a refereed journal that publishes high quality research articles to inform and stimulate discussions relevant to sport and leisure management globally. The journal is committed to publishing research that advances understanding of the practice of sport and leisure management in the public, voluntary and commercial sectors, internationally. It will appeal to anyone with a serious interest in contemporary sport and leisure management issues, including academics, managers, consultants, politicians and students.

One of the key objectives of the journal is to provide a high level forum for communication between academics and practitioners of sport and leisure. Therefore Managing Sport and Leisure aims to be contemporary, integrated and, most importantly, relevant to practitioner training. Contributions are welcome and expected from both academics and practitioners throughout the international sport and leisure management community. In addition, the journal welcomes submissions from those investigating new and innovative areas of research and practice in sport and leisure management.

Peer Review Statement

Peer review is ‘double blind’ Three reviews are sought, with reviewers providing commentary / feedback to the author(s); together with information confidential to the Editor and Editorial Administrator (and where required the Associate Editor), consisting of an evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the submission on 6 criteria and a recommendation in terms of the decision for publication, revision and resubmission, or rejection. The decision to publish, require amendments or reject is based on the recommendations of the reviewers with the Editor adjudicating if a consensus has not been reached.

An influential venue for research and commentary on the major challenges to human health worldwide, PLOS Medicine publishes articles of general interest on biomedical, environmental, social and political determinants of health. The journal emphasizes work that advances clinical practice, health policy or pathophysiological understanding to benefit health in a variety of settings.

PLOS Medicine is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in medical publishing, including the management and disclosure of conflicts of interest in reporting, review, and publication; transparency in the review and publication process; data sharing and reuse of work; authors' retention of copyright; Open Access publication with no restrictions on availability and dissemination; and avoiding the conflicts of interest presented by advertising for drugs and medical devices and exclusive sale of reprints.

• Chemical, physical and technological properties of organic coatings and related materials

• Problems and methods of preparation, manufacture and application of these materials

• Performance, testing and analysis.

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2009 Impact Factor: 0.6215-Year Impact Factor: 1.241Ranking: 34/53 (Business, Finance), 147/247 (Economics) and 30/38 (Social Sciences, Mathematical Methods) 169; 2010 Thomson Reuters, 2009 Journal Citation Reports174; The frontiers of finance are shifting rapidly, driven in part by the increasing use of quantitative methods in the field. Quantitative Finance welcomes original research articles that reflect the dynamism of this area. The journal provides an interdisciplinary forum for presenting both theoretical and empirical approaches and offers rapid publication of original new work with high standards of quality. The readership is broad, embracing researchers and practitioners across a range of specialisms and within a variety of organizations. All articles should aim to be of interest to this broad readership.Quantitative Finance covers such applications as:Agent-based modellingAnomalies in pricesAsset-liability modellingBehavioural financeBounded rationalityCorporate financeCorporate valuationDerivatives pricing and hedgingEvolutionary game theoryExperimental financeExtreme risks and insuranceFinancial econometricsFinancial engineeringLearning adaptationLiquidity modellingMarket dynamics and predictionMarket microstructureOperational risk modellingPortfolio managementPrice formationRisk managementTrading systemsWeb-based financial services Peer Review Policy:All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and refereeing by two anonymous referees. It is the aim of the editorial office to confirm a first decision on submitted manuscripts within six months.Notes for RefereesFree online access to the top ten most downloaded articles (In 2010).

Aims & Scope: Rare Diseases is a peer-reviewed journal that publishes high-quality research addressing the underlying mechanisms of rare diseases. In the US, a disease or disorder is considered rare when it affects less than 200,000 people at any given time. In the EU, a disease or disorder is considered rare when it affects less than 1 in 2,000 people. Our goals are to publish original research articles and to raise awareness about rare diseases. Rare Diseases covers a range of topics including studies of disease-related proteins, analyses of rare disease mutations, gene expression analyses of rare disease genes, genotype-phenotype correlations, studies of animal models, and novel clinical findings.

The Southern Communication Journal (SCJ) is the nationally and internationally read scholarly publication of the Southern States Communication Association (SSCA). SCJ publishes original scholarship that makes significant contributions to understanding human communication. The journal is not limited with regard to topic, context, methodology, or theoretical perspective on communication, yet articles published must establish the importance of the topic, soundness of the methodology, and the appropriateness of the theoretical perspective. SCJ publishes manuscripts and book reviews that will be of interest to scholars, researchers, teachers, and practitioners across the communication field. SSCA has long welcomed scholars and students from all fields of communication, and Southern Communication Journal reflects that, incorporating articles through its 70-year run from a mix of scholarly avenues advancing both communication theories and practical applications in tandem. For more information on SSCA and SCJ, please visit http://ssca.net/.Individuals who have Regular or Exchange member subscriptions to the journals of the Eastern Communication Association, Central States Communication Association, Western States Communication Association, and the Southern States Communication Association may register for online access to the access to the journals herePeer Review Policy:All articles published in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review based on initial editor screening and anonymous evaluation by three anonymous reviewers. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.