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Development in higher education is a fast growing area. The purpose of the International Journal for Academic Development is to enable educational developers in higher education across the world to exchange ideas about practice and extend the theory of educational development, with the goal of improving the quality of higher education internationally.The editors welcome original contributions on any aspect of academic development in higher and other post-school education (including staff development, educational development, instructional development and faculty development) and closely related topics.This journal will keep readers informed of best practice and current thinking worldwide.Peer Review Policy:All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two anonymous referees.Disclaimer for Scientific, Technical and Social Science publications:Taylor & Francis and The International Consortium for Educational Development make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the Content ) contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and The International Consortium for Educational Development and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis and The International Consortium for Educational Development.

The International Journal for the Study of the Christian Church (IJSCC) has a unique ecumenical and interdisciplinary focus on the theology of the Church, its contemporary life and its history, ministry and mission. The journal seeks to promote the exploration of new and traditional approaches to ecclesiology, and cross-cultural and inter-disciplinary exchange of research and scholarship over a wide geographical area, as a means of shaping understanding and knowledge of the Christian Church.IJSCC is a refereed journal, which publishes commissioned and unsolicited articles. In addition to historical, theological and biblical approaches, the editors particularly welcome contributions which look at ecclesiology and the arts, spirituality and sacramental and liturgical theology and practice. IJSCC also publishes material designed to put readers in touch with recent thinking on the ecclesiological aspects of events of current world concern.Disclaimer for scientific, technical and social science publications:Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 8220;Content8221;) contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.Order the Special Issue on The Churches and the Evolution of EuropeOrder the Special Issue on Ecclesiology in Africa.

The aim of the International Journal of Applied Electromagnetics and Mechanics is to contribute to intersciences coupling applied electromagnetics, mechanics and materials. The journal also intends to stimulate the further development of current technology in industry. The main subjects covered by the journal are:* Physics and mechanics of electromagnetic materials and devices;* Computational electromagnetic in materials and devices;* Applications of electromagnetic fields and forces.The three interrelated key subjects - materials, electromagnetics and mechanics - include the following aspects: control, micromachines, intelligent structure, inverse problem, eddy current analysis, electromagnetic NDE, magnetic materials, magnetoelastic effects in materials, bioelectromagnetics, magnetosolid mechanics, magnetic levitations, applied physics of superconductors, superconducting magnet technology, superconducting propulsion system, nuclear fusion reactor components and wave propagation in electromagnetic fields.The editorial policy is to combine information and experience from both the latest high technology fields and the well-established technologies within applied electromagnetics and mechanics.The editors hope to furtherly enhance the theoretical framework for our field from the interaction of old and new concepts. In order to assist readers to quickly grasp the current status of research in a specific area of applied electromagnetics and mechanics, both contributed and invited papers are published in special and thematic issues as well as regular issues.

The Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation is a journal whose main focus is to present relevant information about the interdisciplinary approach to musculoskeletal rehabilitation for clinicians who treat patients with back and musculoskeletal pain complaints. It will provide readers with both 1) a general fund of knowledge on the assessment and management of specific problems and 2) new information considered to be state-of-the-art in the field. The intended audience is multidisciplinary as well as multi-specialty.In each issue clinicians can find information which they can use in their patient setting the very next day. Manuscripts are provided from a range of health care providers including those in physical medicine, orthopedic surgery, rheumatology, neurosurgery, physical therapy, radiology, osteopathy, chiropractic and nursing on topics ranging from chronic pain to sports medicine. Diagnostic decision trees and treatment algorithms are encouraged in each manuscript. Controversial topics are discussed in commentaries and rebuttals. Associated areas such as medical-legal, worker's compensation and practice guidelines are included.The journal publishes original research papers, review articles, programme descriptions and cast studies. Letters to the editors, commentaries, and editorials are also welcomed. Manuscripts are peer reviewed. Constructive critiques are given to each author. Suggestions for thematic issues and proposed manuscripts are welcomed.

The Journal of Environmental Psychology serves individuals in a wide range of disciplines who have an interest in the scientific study of the transactions and interrelationships between people and their physical surroundings (including built and natural environments, the use and abuse of nature and natural resources, and sustainability-related behavior). The journal publishes internationally contributed empirical studies and reviews of research on these topics that include new insights.As an important forum for the field, the journal reflects the scientific development and maturation of environmental psychology. Contributions on theoretical, methodological, and practical aspects of human-environment interactions are welcome, along with innovative or interdisciplinary approaches that have a psychological emphasis.Research Areas Include:• Perception and evaluation of buildings and natural landscapes• Cognitive mapping, spatial cognition and wayfinding• Ecological consequences of human actions• Evaluation of building and natural landscapes• Design of, and experiences related to, the physical aspects of workplaces, schools, residences, public buildings and public spaces• Leisure and tourism behavior in relation to their physical settings• Meaning of built forms• Psychological and behavioral aspects of people and nature• Theories of place, place attachment, and place identity• Psychological aspects of resource management and crises• Environmental risks and hazards: perception, behavior, and management• Stress related to physical settings• Social use of space: crowding, privacy, territoriality, personal space

The Journal of European Integration publishes articles with a focus on European integration and an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary perspective, thus integrating politics, European political economy, law, history, and sociology. European integration is understood as pan-European rather than as merely the EU, though the bulk of contributions might be devoted to the latter. It also presents comparative studies of federalism, other forms of regional integration, and articles dealing with EU external relations, whether in the trade or security policy field. We discourage articles looking at single country case studies.The main purpose of the Journal of European Integration is to serve a wide readership which implies that articles should be of a general rather than a specific or specialised nature. In other words, the emphasis should be on scholarly work (analysis rather than description) and submissions should provide explanations about the process of integration in a historical or comparative fashion. Given the interdisciplinary nature, authors are encouraged to write in a clear and accessible style.Contributions are published in English. No language check will be provided so please make sure that, if necessary, your contributions are checked accordingly before publication. Issues on exclusive subjects and non-specific issues are published in no particular order.Peer ReviewAll research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two anonymous referees.

This journal publishes original research papers on nonlinear hyperbolic problems and related topics, of mathematical and/or physical interest. Specifically, it invites papers on the theory and numerical analysis of hyperbolic conservation laws and of hyperbolic partial differential equations arising in mathematical physics. The Journal welcomes contributions in:*Theory of nonlinear hyperbolic systems of conservation laws, addressing the issues of well-posedness and qualitative behavior of solutions, in one or several space dimensions.*Hyperbolic differential equations of mathematical physics, such as the Einstein equations of general relativity, Dirac equations, Maxwell equations, relativistic fluid models, etc.*Lorentzian geometry, particularly global geometric and causal theoretic aspects of spacetimes satisfying the Einstein equations.*Nonlinear hyperbolic systems arising in continuum physics such as: hyperbolic models of fluid dynamics, mixed models of transonic flows, etc.*General problems that are dominated (but not exclusively driven) by finite speed phenomena, such as dissipative and dispersive perturbations of hyperbolic systems, and models from statistical mechanics and other probabilistic models relevant to the derivation of fluid dynamical equations.*Convergence analysis of numerical methods for hyperbolic equations: finite difference schemes, finite volumes schemes, etc.The Journal aims to provide a forum for the community of researchers who are currently working in the very active area of nonlinear hyperbolic problems, and will also serve as a source of information for the users of such research.There is no a priori limitation on the length of submitted manuscripts, and even long papers may be published.

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.

Since its launch in 1946 by P.M. Doty, H. Mark and C.C. Price, the Journal of Polymer Science has provided a continuous forum for the dissemination of thoroughly peer-reviewed, fundamental, international research into the preparation and properties of macromolecules. The journal is selective in accepting contributions on the basis of merit and originality. It is not intended as a repository for unevaluated data. Preference is given to contributions that offer new or more comprehensive concepts, interpretations, experimental approaches, and results. Part A: Polymer Chemistry is devoted to studies in fundamental organic polymer chemistry and physical organic chemistry. This includes all related topics (such as organic, bioorganic, bioinorganic and biological chemistry of monomers, polymers, oligomers and model compounds, inorganic and organometallic chemistry for catalysts, mechanistic studies, supramolecular chemistry aspects relevant to polymers and reactions on polymers). Contributions may be submitted as full-length papers or as Rapid Communications. Reviews of recent books are also welcome. Online access to the full-text content of all Highlight articles is now freely available to all nonsubscribing users. Supplementary material is available for this journal at http://www.mrw.interscience.wiley.com/suppmat/0887-624X/suppmat/index.html . The 2009 impact factor is 3.971 - one of the top ten journals in polymer science, with almost 23,000 citations! (Thomson Reuters Citation Report 2009).

The Journal of Sex and Marital Therapy is one of the top independent journals in the field. Under the prestigious leadership of R. Taylor Seagraves, M.D. - one of the world' foremost experts in sex and marital therapy -- JSMT is an active and contemporary forum reflecting the most viable developments emanating from the U.S. and abroad. JSMT continues to break new ground with innovative research and clinical writing, and the editor is committed to showcasing the most far-reaching traditional and contemporary thinking from all sources. You will read about therapeutic techniques, outcome, special clinical and medical problems, and the theoretical parameters of sexual functioning, and marital relationships. Featured topics in the journal include: * Sexual Dysfunctions -- ranging from dysparenia to autogynephelia to pedophilia * Therapeutic Techniques -- including psychopharmacology and sexual counseling for a wide range of dysfunctions. * Clinical Considerations -- sexual dysfunction and its relationship to aging, unemployment, alcoholism, and more * Theoretical Issues -- such as the ethics of pornography in the AIDS era * Marital Relationships -- including psychological intimacy and marital stability in women abused as children. Peer Review Policy: All review papers in this journal have undergone editorial screening and peer review. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

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.

The Journal of Sustainable Tourism advances critical understanding of the relationships between tourism and sustainable development. The journal publishes theoretical, conceptual and empirical research that explores one or more of the economic, social, cultural, political, organisational or environmental aspects of the subject. Contributions are from all disciplinary perspectives, with inter-disciplinary work being especially welcome. Holistic and integrative work is encouraged. All geographical areas are included, as are all forms of tourism, both mass and niche market. The Journal of Sustainable Tourism encourages critical views, as well as new ideas and approaches in relation to the theory and practice linking tourism and sustainability. Refereeing procedures Quality is ensured by rigorous peer evaluation of each main paper by three independent referees. The Editors, on behalf of the Editorial Board, make the final decision concerning publication. Disclaimer Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 'Content') contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Local Government Studies is the leading journal for the study of local politics, policy, administration and public management. The journal publishes articles which contribute to the better understanding of local government and which are of interest to scholars, policy analysts, policymakers and practitioners. The focus of the journal is on the critical analysis of developments in local governance throughout the world and the editors welcome international and comparative papers related to local government. Local Government Studies provides a unique forum for the consideration of the politics, policy, administration and public management of all levels of sub-national government and the relationships between tiers of government. Peer Review All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and reviewing by two anonymous referees. All articles published in the journal's special issues and themed sections are also subject to the same editorial and double-blind refereeing process. Disclaimer Taylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 'Content') contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether express or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

The aim of the journal is to provide an international forum for the dissemination of up-to-date information in the fields of the mathematics and computers, in particular (but not exclusively) as they apply to the dynamics of systems, their simulation and scientific computation in general. Published material ranges from short, concise research papers to more general tutorial articles.Mathematics and Computers in Simulation, published monthly, is the official organ of IMACS, the International Association for Mathematics and Computers in Simulation (Formerly AICA). This Association, founded in 1955 and legally incorporated in 1956 is a member of FIACC (the Five International Associations Coordinating Committee), together with IFIP, IFAV, IFORS and IMEKO.Topics covered by the journal include mathematical tools in:•The foundations of systems modelling•Numerical analysis and the development of algorithms for simulationThey also include considerations about computer hardware for simulation and about special software and compilers.The journal also publishes articles concerned with specific applications of modelling and simulation in science and engineering, with relevant applied mathematics, the general philosophy of systems simulation, and their impact on disciplinary and interdisciplinary research.The journal includes a Book Review section -- and a "News on IMACS" section that contains a Calendar of future Conferences/Events and other information about the Association.

Mind & Society is a high-quality biannual academic journal that examines the relationships between mental and socio-economic phenomena. It is the official journal of the Italian-based Rosselli Foundation. Priority is given to papers that explore the relationships between mind and action and between action and socio-economic phenomena. This includes the following topics: the concept of mind of social actor: cognitive models of reasoning: decision-making and action: computational and neural models of socio-economic phenomena: and related topics. The international journal takes an interdisciplinary approach and publishes papers from many academic disciplines. These include: philosophy and methodology of social sciences, economics, decision-making, sociology, cognitive and social psychology, epistemology, cognitive anthropology, artificial intelligence, neural modelling, and political science. Papers in the journal must share the journal’s epistemological vision – namely, the explanation of socio-economic phenomena through individual action, decision-making and reasoning processes – or at least refer to its content priorities. Mind & Society publishes papers that report original results of empirical research or theoretical analysis. Each paper submitted for publication is evaluated by three international referees who assess its suitability for publication with regard to originality, methodological exactitude and consistency.Officially cited as: Mind Soc

Nanoscale Horizons is a leading journal for the publication of exceptionally high-quality, innovative nanoscience and nanotechnology. The journal places an emphasis on original nano research that demonstrates a new concept or a new way of thinking (a conceptual advance), rather than primarily reporting technological improvements. However, outstanding articles featuring truly breakthrough developments such as record performance alone may also be published in the journal. Topics covered in the journal include, but are not limited to: synthesis of nanostructured and nanoscale materials; quantum materials; 2D materials; layered materials; characterisation of functional nanoscale materials and bio-assemblies; properties of nanoscale materials; self-assembly and molecular organisation; complex hybrid nanostructures; nanocomposites, nanoparticles, nanocrystalline materials, and nanoclusters; nanotubes, nanowires and nanocrystals; molecular nanoscience; nanocatalysis; theoretical modelling; single-molecules; plasmonics; nanoelectronics and molecular electronics; nanophotonics; nanochips, nanosensors, nanofluidics and nanofabrication; carbon-based nanoscale materials and devices; biomimetic materials; nanobiotechnology and bionanomaterials; nanomedicine; regulatory approaches and risk assessment.

NeuroImage, a Journal of Brain Function provides a vehicle for communicating important advances in acquiring, analyzing, and modelling neuroimaging data and in applying these techniques to the study of structure-function and brain-behavior relationships. Though the emphasis is on the macroscopic level of human brain organization, meso-and microscopic neuroimaging across all species will be considered if informative for understanding the aforementioned relationships.The main criterion on which papers are judged for NeuroImage is to what extent the scientific contribution advances our understanding of brain function, organization, and structure. NeuroImage also welcomes papers that explicitly address these questions in animal models or clinical populations. Papers that include reference to advancing the understanding of pathology, abnormal development, use of biomarkers or other questions of clinical utility should be referred to NeuroImage: Clinical.The journal publishes original research articles, papers on methods or modelling, theory and position papers that describe the use of imaging approaches to studying the brain. The journal strives to incorporate theoretical and technological innovations as part of its publishing remit and is committed to publishing the highest quality papers in both print and electronic media. The administration of the journal is integrative, reflecting the fact that imaging neuroscience is a multi-disciplinary science.Submitted papers will generally be considered under five sections. These comprise Methods and Modelling, Anatomy and Physiology, Systems Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, and Social Neuroscience.

Related Journal - Health Psychology Review is the official review journal of the European Health Psychology SocietyClick here to visit the journal's website Psychology & Health promotes the study and application of psychological approaches to health and illness. The contents include work on psychological aspects of physical illness, treatment processes and recovery; psychosocial factors in the aetiology of physical illnesses; health attitudes and behaviour, including prevention; the individual-health care system interface particularly communication and psychologically-based interventions. The journal publishes original research, and accepts not only papers describing rigorous empirical work, including meta-analyses, but also those outlining new psychological approaches and interventions in health-related fields.Peer Review IntegrityAll articles in this journal, including those in special issues, have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymized refereeing by at least two independent reviewers.DisclaimerTaylor & Francis makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 8220;Content8221;) contained in its publications. However, Taylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether expressed or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of Taylor & Francis.

Entertainment Computing publishes original, peer-reviewed research articles and serves as a forum for stimulating and disseminating innovative research ideas, emerging technologies, empirical investigations, state-of-the-art methods and tools in all aspects of digital entertainment, new media, entertainment computing, gaming, robotics, toys and applications among researchers, engineers, social scientists, artists and practitioners. Theoretical, technical, empirical, survey articles and case studies are all appropriate to the journal.Specific areas of interest include:• Computer, video, console and internet games• Cultural computing and cultural issues in entertainment• Digital new media for entertainment• Entertainment robots and robot like applications• Entertainment technology, applications, application program interfaces, and entertainment system architectures• Human factors of entertainment technology• Impact of entertainment technology on users and society• Integration of interaction and multimedia capabilities in entertainment systems• Interactive television and broadcasting• Interactive art and entertainment• Methodologies, paradigms, tools, and software/hardware architectures for supporting entertainment applications• Mixed, augmented and virtual reality systems for entertainment• New genres of entertainment technology• Serious Games used in education, training, and research• Simulation/gaming methodologies used in education, training, and research• Social media for entertainmentIn the area of empirical and experimental studies we are looking for contributions which are very well documented, innovative, and tested or evaluated in a particular entertainment domain.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

Pedosphere - A peer-reviewed international journal was founded in 1991 and is published bimonthly in English by Elsevier Limited and Science Press.Pedosphere is sponsored jointly by the Soil Science Society of China; the Institute of Soil Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences; and the State Key Laboratory of Soil and Sustainable Agriculture, China; in cooperation with 5 of the most important Chinese institutions and universities working in the field of soil science: China Agricultural University; the Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences; Nanjing Agricultural University; South China Agricultural University; and Zhejiang University.The Editor-in-Chief is Prof. Shen Ren-Fang who is Standing Vice President of the Soil Science Society of China, and Director of the Institute of Soil Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences.Pedosphere welcomes submissions from scientists around the world under a broad scope of topics relevant to timely, high quality original research findings, especially up-to-date achievements and advances in the entire field of soil science studies dealing with environmental science, ecology, agriculture, bioscience, geoscience, forestry, etc. It publishes mainly original research articles as well as some reviews, mini reviews, short communications and special issues; and its areas of particular interest include soil physics; soil chemistry; soil biology and biochemistry; soil fertility and plant nutrition; soil resources and use; soil mineralogy; soil environment and ecology; soil and water conservation; forest, range, and wetland soils; soil salinity and management; soil and plant analysis and technology; and soil gases and global change.Papers submitted to the Journal Pedosphere must be sent out for double-blind in-depth peer review by the Editorial Committee , which is composed of 42 foreign and 21 Chinese worldwide renowned soil scientists from 24 countries, and by its scientific review panel composed of thousands of internationally invited experts prior to acceptance for publication.Pedosphere has been abstracted/indexed in most of relevant internationally important databases and abstracts, such as Current Contents/AB and ES, Science Citation Index Expanded, Biological Abstracts, BIOSIS, CAB Abstracts, Cambridge Scientific Abstracts, Chemical Abstracts, SCOPUS, ScienceDirect, VINITI Abstracts Journal, Elsevier BIOBASE, GEOBASE, ASCI, Pollution Abstracts, Environmental Sciences and Pollution Mgmt, Environment Encyclopedia and Directory, Irrigation and Drainage Abstracts, Soils and Fertilizers, Water Resources Abstracts, Agroforestry Abstracts, Field Crop Abstracts, Forestry Abstracts, Geographical Abstracts, Geological Abstracts, Geomechanics Abstracts, Grasslands and Forage Abstracts, Horticultural Abstracts, International Development Abstracts, Maize Abstracts, Nematological Abstracts, CSCD, CSTPCD, CJCR, CNKI, CAJCED, Plant Growth Regulator Abstracts, Rice Abstracts, and Wheat, Barley and Triticale Abstracts.To date the published papers in Pedosphere submitted by authors from over 30 countries outside China, such as the USA, UK, France, Australia, Canada, Germany, Spain, Italy, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Israel, Japan, Poland, India, Brazil, Thailand, Pakistan, Greece, Syria and Bangladesh, have accounted for more than 30% of the total. Additionally, over 90% of the published articles in the journal belong to research projects supported by various international and national scientific foundations.Pedosphere's audience: Scientific and technical researchers and workers as well as university and college teachers and students related to soil science, environmental science, ecology, bioscience, geoscience, agriculture, forestry, etc.All manuscripts should be submitted electronically via Pedosphere Online Editorial System (POES) - the web-based online manuscript submission, tracking, peer-review, and editorial management system of Pedosphere - which can be accessed at http://pedosphere.issas.ac.cn.For subscription outside China: Elsevier is responsible for overseas subscription of the journal. Please subscribe to the journal via www.sciencedirect.com or contact the Elsevier Customer Service Department at the Regional Sales Office nearest you, as listed in the inside cover of the journal. For domestic subscription in China: Please subscribe to the journal in local post offices throughout China (domestic postal distribution code: 2-576).Editorial Committee and Editorial Office of PedosphereAddress: P. O. Box 821, 71 East Beijing Road, Nanjing 210008, P. R. ChinaTel.: +86-25-8688 1235; Fax: +86-25-8688 1256E-mail: pedosphere@issas.ac.cn, rmdu@issas.ac.cnURL: http://pedosphere.issas.ac.cnhttp://www.elsevier.com/locate/pedosphere