Journal Guide

European Journal of Surgical Oncology's 2012 Impact Factor is 2.614 (© Thomson Reuters Journal Citation Reports 2013).EJSO - European Journal of Surgical Oncology ("the Journal of Cancer Surgery") is the Official Journal of the European Society of Surgical Oncology and BASO ~ the Association for Cancer Surgery.The EJSO aims to advance surgical oncology research and practice through the publication of original research articles, review articles, editorials, debates and correspondence.The Editors welcome submissions on clinical research and all other aspects of surgical oncology which advance the care of patients with cancer, including surgical quality control, epidemiology, preventative aspects of surgical oncology, as well as translational research relevant to surgical oncology practice.

The Open Access Natural Language Processing Journal aims to advance modern understanding and practice of trustworthy, interpretable, explainable human-centered and hybrid Artificial Intelligence as it relates to all aspects of human language. The NLP journal affords a world-wide platform for academics and practitioners to present their latest theoretical, practical, and methodological research concerning the development and application of trustworthy AI to analyze, process, or model human language across various multimodal contexts, domains, and intelligent systems, including hybrid AI , Human AI interaction and Social systems. The NLP journal welcomes original research papers, review papers, position papers, tutorial and best practice papers. Special Issues proposals on specific current topics are welcomed. To foster trust, transparency, and reproducibility in AI research the NLP journal promotes open and FAIR data and software sharing practices. Furthermore the NLP journal specifically invites researchers to submit scientific replication studies for review and publication.

The AIChE Journal is the premier research monthly in chemical engineering and related fields. This peer-reviewed and broad-based journal reports on the most important and latest technological advances in core areas of chemical engineering as well as in other relevant engineering disciplines. To keep abreast with the progressive outlook of the profession, the Journal has been expanding the scope of its editorial contents to include such fast developing areas as biotechnology, electrochemical engineering, and environmental engineering. The AIChE Journal is indeed the global communications vehicle for the world-renowned researchers to exchange top-notch research findings with one another. Subscribing to the AIChE Journal is like having immediate access to nine topical journals in the field. Articles are categorized according to the following topical areas:

The Journal of Structural Chemistry is a leading multidisciplinary publication dealing with all structural aspects of modern chemistry. The Journal is a premier forum for researchers exploring the principles of chemical bonding and matter organization, the impact of structural aspects on a chemical property or transformation, and the application of the newest physical methods in chemical structure research. The Journal covers studies on the structure of single molecules and radicals, molecular assemblies, gases, liquids including water and solutions, amorphous and crystalline solids, surfaces, films and nanoparticles – including inorganic, organic and organometallic compounds, molecular and polymeric materials, single crystals and minerals. The original version of the Journal, Zhurnal Strukturnoi Khimii, published by the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, includes papers from former Soviet Union republics printed in Russian.The English version, Journal of Structural Chemistry, contains onl

The Journal of Trauma & Dissociation is the official journal of the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation. The journal is dedicated to publishing peer-reviewed scientific literature on dissociation, the dissociative disorders, post traumatic stress disorder, psychological trauma and its sequelae, and on aspect of memory associated with trauma and dissociation. The Journal of Trauma & Dissociation seeks manuscripts on theory, basic science research, clinical treatment and research related to psychological trauma, dissociation and traumatic memory in children and adults. The journal welcomes contributions from anthropological, cross-cultural, neurobiological, pharmacologic, psychologic, psychological, psychometric, psychotherapeutic and social viewpoints. Peer Review Policy: Submissions are peer reviewed by at least two reviewers selected by the editor. Authors and reviewers are blind to each others' identities. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Jung Journal: Culture & Psyche is an international quarterly published by the C.G. Jung Institute of San Francisco, one of the oldest institutions in America dedicated to Jungian studies and analytic training. Founded in 1979 by John Beebe under the title The San Francisco Jung Institute Library Journal, Jung Journal has evolved from a local journal of book and film reviews to one that attracts readers and contributors worldwide--from the Academy, the arts, and from Jungian analyst-scholars. Featuring peer-reviewed scholarly articles, poetry, art, book and film reviews, and obituaries, Jung Journal offers a dialogue between culture--as reflected in art, literature, science, and world events--and contemporary Jungian views of the dynamic relationship between the cultural and personal aspects of the human psyche.

The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Art is published by the Art Association of Australia and New Zealand. AAANZ is Australia’s professional body for art and design historians, arts writers, artists, students of art history and theory, and museum professionals. The Journal is Australasia’s principal refereed art history journal. The Journal is dedicated to the study of art history and its various emanations including art practice, theory and exhibition.

The editors seek research papers that engage with critical debates and frameworks across art historical and theoretical enquiry within local and global contexts, plus review essays evaluating publications and exhibitions. 

As the leading archival journal devoted exclusively to chemical kinetics, the International Journal of Chemical Kinetics publishes original research in gas phase, condensed phase, and polymer reaction kinetics, as well as biochemical and surface kinetics. The Journal seeks to be the primary archive for careful experimental measurements of reaction kinetics, in both simple and complex systems. The Journal also presents new developments in applied theoretical kinetics and publishes large kinetic models, and the algorithms and estimates used in these models. These include methods for handling the large reaction networks important in biochemistry, catalysis, and free radical chemistry. In addition, the Journal explores such topics as the quantitative relationships between molecular structure and chemical reactivity, organic/inorganic chemistry and reaction mechanisms, and the reactive chemistry at interfaces.

The Journal of Electronic Testing, the only journal specifically dedicated to electronic testing, is an international forum disseminating the latest research results and applications in the field. With its rapid submission to publication cycle, the journal quickly brings important findings to the attention of researchers and practitioners. A partial list of topics covered in the journal includes testing of VLSI devices, printed circuit boards, and electronic systems; fault modeling and simulation; test generation; design for testability; electron beam test systems; formal verification of hardware; simulation for verification; design debugging; economics of testing; quality and reliability; and CAD Tools. In addition to original research papers, the journal publishes conference papers of exceptional merit. Readers will also find surveys and reviews examining the state of the art in the field.

The 'Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Sciences' is the official journal of the Japanese Society of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery and the Asian-Pacific Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, and the Japan Biliary Association. The journal succeeds the 'Journal of Hepato-Biliary-Pancreatic Surgery' with its well-established reputation and 16-year history. The newly named journal builds upon that tradition with the expanded scope of disseminating knowledge in broader fields not limited to surgery. Also welcomed are articles on radiology (including interventional radiology), pathology, endoscopy, biochemistry, and physiology--in all aspects of the field of hepatic, biliary, and pancreatic diseases. All contributions, which are published as original articles, topics, review articles, technical notes, images of interest, rapid communications, letters to the editors, and other articles, should be aimed at promoting international scientific collaboration.

The Journal of Labor Research provides an outlet for original research on all aspects of behavior affecting labor market outcomes. The Journal provides a forum for both empirical and theoretical research on the U.S. and international labor markets, and labor/employment issues. The journal welcomes submissions from scholars in all relevant fields on topics that involve analyses of the workplace. Issues relating to labor markets and employment relations, including labor demand and supply, personnel economics, unions and collective bargaining, employee participation, dispute resolution, labor market policies, types of employment relationships and the interplay between labor market variables and various economic outcomes are published by the Journal. The Journal of Labor Research also publishes book reviews relating to these topics.

169;2010 Thomson Reuters, 2009 Journal Citation Reports174; ranks Journal of Media Economics in the Communication (social science) and Economics (social science) categories.The Journal of Media Economics publishes original research on the economics and policy of mediated communication, focusing on firms, markets, and institutions. Reflecting the increasing diversity of analytical approaches employed in economics and recognizing that policies promoting social and political objectives may have significant economic impacts on media, the Journal encourages submissions reflecting the insights of diverse disciplinary perspectives and research methodologies, both empirical and theoretical.Peer Review Policy: All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by a minimum of two anonymous referees.Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The Journal of Ocean University of China (Oceanic and Coastal Sea Research) was established in 2002 as one of the official journals of the Ocean University of China. This quarterly journal is published in English so as to serve a wider circle of readers internationally. The journal covers various branches of marine science and technology, such as meteorology, environment sciences and engineering, life sciences, fishery sciences, food sciences and food engineering, medication, chemistry and chemical engineering, geology, remote sensing, and information technology and management. Manuscripts, once accepted, will be published in the form of research papers, notes, reports, letters, reviews or overviews. The journal welcomes contributions from China and abroad. Editorial Office of the Journal of Ocean University of China5 Yushan Rd., Qingdao 266003, P.R. ChinaTel: +86-532-82032408http://www.ouc.edu.cn/xbywb/E-mail: xbywb@ouc.edu.cn

The Journal of Oceanography is the official journal of the Oceanographic Society of Japan and open to all oceanographers in the world. The main aim of the journal is to promote understandings of ocean systems from various aspects including physical, chemical, biological, geological oceanography as well as paleoceanography, etc. The journal welcomes research focusing on the western North Pacific and Asian coastal waters, but the study region is not limited to the Asian Pacific. The journal publishes original articles, short contributions, reviews, and correspondence in oceanography and related fields free of page charge. Papers describing important new techniques, methods, and apparati will also be considered. Descriptive work will, however, be accepted if they contain general principles. Authors should submit their manuscripts online. Electronic submission substantially reduces the editorial processing and reviewing times and shortens overall publication times. Please go to http://www.springer.com/10872 for s

The Journal of Ophthalmic Inflammation and Infection is a peer-reviewed open access journal published under the brand SpringerOpen. It presents current clinical and experimental research on a range of ophthalmic inflammation and infection.Coverage includes original studies, review articles, brief reports, case reports, photo essays and expert commentary on challenging cases. The journal reflects geographical variations in incidence of diseases as well as different treatment modalities worldwide.This is the official journal of the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS), focusing on relevant clinical and experimental research on ophthalmic inflammation and infection. The editorial board includes international experts in the field of ophthalmic inflammation and infection. The journal publishes original studies, review articles, brief reports (including case reports), photo essays and challenging cases commented by experts. The editorial board represents international experts in the field of ophthalmic inflammation and infection.

The Journal of Palestine Studies, the only North American journal devoted exclusively to Palestinian affairs and the Arab-Israeli conflict, brings you timely and comprehensive information on the region's political, religious, and cultural concerns. Inside you'll find: Feature articles Interviews Book reviews Quarterly updates on conflict and diplomacy A settlement monitor Detailed chronologies Documents and source material Bibliography of periodical literature With an emphasis on peaceful resolution of conflict, the journal unites sound research and analysis with a variety of well-informed perspectives by academics, policy makers, and diplomats. Published quarterly, the Journal of Palestine Studies is a vital resource for anyone interested in the "Palestine Question." For more information about the Journal of Palestine Studies, please visit the Institute for Palestine Studies homepage.

Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis (RPTH) is the Open Access journal of the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis (ISTH) and the newest journal in the field of thrombosis and hemostasis. Complementing its flagship journal, the Journal of Thrombosis and Haemostasis (JTH), RPTH provides a dedicated Open Access home for science and discourse among researchers, clinicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and patients.

RPTH is a “living journal” and serves as a jumping point for digital discussion. It also reflects the current era of inter-disciplinary scientific discovery and new methods of knowledge dissemination and the wide reach of ISTH by featuring articles from all corners of the globe. RPTH provides rigorous, rapid peer review and immediate dissemination of research reports from basic, clinical, translational and population or public health science. The Journal is interested in quality, outcomes, dissemination and implementation science, seeking studies and trials on novel care delivery, including in areas of resource constraint around the world.

The Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal is published every three months by the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society, with the cooperation of the College of Pharmacy, King Saud University. The Journal accepts high quality articles that conform to its scope and editorial standards. The scope encompasses various disciplines of pharmaceutical sciences and related clinical subjects that are of interest to practicing pharmacists and other health care professionals. The journal will publish original research articles, review articles, short communications, case studies, letters to the editors and book reviews. Abstracts of meetings and symposia will also be considered for publication. All submitted papers are subject to an extensive review by the editorial board and by a panel of international referees.To minimize delays between manuscript submission, decision and publication, authors are requested to follow the "Instructions to authors" found elsewhere in this Journal. Conforming with all the steps listed in that section will facilitate the processing of your manuscript by the Editorial Board.Accredited as a refereed Journal by the Scientific Council of King Saud University, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Journal of Technology Transfer has been accepted for Social Sciences Citation Index and Current Contents/Social and Behavioral Sciences and will first appear with an Impact Factor in the 2009 Journal Citation Reports (JCR), published in June 2010.The Journal of Technology Transfer, the Official Journal of the Technology Transfer Society, provides an international forum for the exchange of ideas that enhance and build an understanding of the practice of technology transfer. In particular, it emphasizes research on management practices and strategies for technology transfer. Moreover, the journal explores the external environment that affects these practices and strategies, including public policy developments, regulatory and legal issues, and global trends. Readers will find a broad range of papers, ranging from case studies to comparative analyses.Officially cited as: J Technol Transf

Critical Ultrasound Journal is a peer-reviewed open access journal published under the brand SpringerOpen. It is the official publication of WINFOCUS (World Interactive Network Focused on Critical UltraSound), the world’s leading scientific organization committed to developing point-of-care ultrasound practice, research, education, technology and networking and addressing the global needs of patients, institutions, services and communities living in out-of-hospital and in-hospital critical scenarios.Critical Ultrasound Journal is an international, peer-reviewed journal designed for clinicians using point-of-care ultrasound in any environment or setting. The journal publishes editorials, reviews, original articles, short communications and case reports and is open for publication of supplements and abstracts of scientific meetings. By reaching audiences around the world, it plays a key role in bringing ultrasound to the patient’s bedside, where this technique can make the greatest difference. Requirements and guidelines for submission of papers can be obtained from the publisher.