Journal Guide

Anthropocene publishes peer-reviewed works addressing the nature, scale, and extent of the influence that people have on Earth. The scope of the journal includes the effects of human activities on landscapes, oceans, the atmosphere, cryosphere, and ecosystems over a range of time and space scales - from global phenomena over geologic eras to single isolated events - including changes to the exchanges, linkages, and feedbacks among the systems.Articles could address how the human influence on Earth may produce a distinct geological record, and how these signals may compare with the great perturbations in Earth's history. Theoretical and empirical contributions linking societal responses to human-induced landscape change are also welcomed. As humans have emerged as a dominant agent of change on Earth's system, the journal serves to focus research findings, discussions, and debates to account explicitly for human interactions with Earth's systems. The aim is to provide a venue toward meeting one of the grand challenges of our time.Anthropocene welcomes the following types of manuscripts:- Original research articles that meet the Aims and Scope of the journal, with typical length of text in the 5000-7000 word range. Research articles may include specific case studies if these studies demonstrate theoretical significance and broad systemic relevance.- Review papers and Prospects that assess the state of knowledge of a particular subfield or topic, that point toward future research needs and directions. These review articles, with a typical length within 8000 words, may include some new data or synthesis of existing data that produce new understanding.- Short communications include commentaries and viewpoints on specific issues, discussions and replies of articles published in the journal, and shorter papers addressing timely topics that are reviewed and published rapidly. The length of these articles should be within 2000-4000 words.More information will be added over the coming weeks. Enquiries should be directed to Dan Lovegrove, Publisher, Geology, Elsevier, UK, d.lovegrove@elsevier.com

Antiviral Research publishes research reports, short communications, review articles and commentaries on the control of viral infections in humans and animals. Its scope encompasses:antiviral drugs, antibodies and host-response modifiers, including their synthesis, in vitro and in vivo testing and mechanisms of action;new or improved vaccines against viral infections of humans and animals;assessments of drug and vaccine safety;evolution of drug- or vaccine-resistant viruses and the development of effective countermeasures;identification and validation of new drug targets;laboratory animal models of viral diseases;pathogenesis of viral diseases and mechanisms of viral evasion of host immune responses.Antiviral Research is an official publication of the International Society for Antiviral Research (http://www.isar-icar.com).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

The Annual Review of Legal Psychology is a multi-discipline scientific and professional journal which accepts original, unpublished articles in Spanish and English. These articles must be related with topics which fall within the area of legal psychology, and include both the legal and the psychological perspectives. Articles must be empirical contributions about basic or applied research within legal psychology. Activities described in the articles published must follow the professional code of ethics and responsibilities. Potential authors should also be aware that although the Annual Review of Legal Psychology makes use of an anonymous revision process, the director of the journal may make a final decision to reject a manuscript, without sending it for revision, in cases where the content of the paper does not fit the field of the journal, or it has not been prepared in accordance with the rules given to potential contributors. All opinions and comments expressed by the authors of articles are their own responsibility, and do not necessarily reflect those of the journal or its publishers.

Appetite is an international research journal specializing in behavioural nutrition and the cultural, sensory, and physiological influences on choices and intakes of foods and drinks. It covers normal and disordered eating and drinking, dietary attitudes and practices and all aspects of the bases of human and animal behaviour toward food.The journal also carries abstracts from major meetings in the social science, psychology or neuroscience of food consumption, including the Association for the Study of Food in Society, the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior, and conferences on Food Choice.Research Areas Include:• Preventive, experimental and clinical nutrition• Eating disorders• Sensory evaluation of foods• Food attitudes and marketing• Ethnography of food habits• Psychology of ingestion• Zoology of foraging• Neuroscience of feeding and drinkingBenefits 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

Since its launch in 1968, Applied Acoustics has been publishing high quality research papers providing state-of-the-art coverage of research findings for engineers and scientists involved in applications of acoustics in the widest sense.Applied Acoustics looks not only at recent developments in the understanding of acoustics but also at ways of exploiting that understanding. The Journal aims to encourage the exchange of practical experience through publication and in so doing creates a fund of technological information that can be used for solving related problems. The presentation of information in graphical or tabular form is especially encouraged. If a report of a mathematical development is a necessary part of a paper it is important to ensure that it is there only as an integral part of a practical solution to a problem and is supported by data. Applied Acoustics encourages the exchange of practical experience in the following ways: • Complete Papers • Short Technical Notes • Review Articles; and thereby provides a wealth of technological information that can be used to solve related problems.Manuscripts that address all fields of applications of acoustics ranging from medicine and NDT to the environment and buildings are welcome. An indication of the breadth of coverage is given by the titles of Special Issues since 2004: • Sound shielding in the presence of turbulence • Musical Acoustics • Urban Acoustics • Innovative Applications of Materials for Acoustic Purposes • Detection and localization of marine mamals using passive acoustics • Time-domain modelling in outdoor sound propagation • Application of Acoustics to Medicine • Head-Related Transfer Function and its Applications.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

This journal publishes relevant information on the behaviour of domesticated and utilized animals.Topics covered include:Behaviour of farm, zoo and laboratory animals in relation to animal management and welfareBehaviour of companion animals in relation to behavioural problems, for example, in relation to the training of dogs for different purposes, in relation to behavioural problemsStudies of the behaviour of wild animals when these studies are relevant from an applied perspective, for example in relation to wildlife management, pest management or nature conservationMethodological studies within relevant fieldsThe principal subjects are farm, companion and laboratory animals, including, of course, poultry. The journal also deals with the following animal subjects:Those involved in any farming system, e.g. deer, rabbits and fur-bearing animalsThose in ANY form of confinement, e.g. zoos, safari parks and other forms of displayFeral animals, and any animal species which impinge on farming operations, e.g. as causes of loss or damageSpecies used for hunting, recreation etc. may also be considered as acceptable subjects in some instancesLaboratory animals, if the material relates to their behavioural requirements

The Professional Animal Scientist (PAS) is an international, peer-reviewed scientific journal and the official publication of the American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists (ARPAS). The purpose of ARPAS is to provide certification of professional status for qualified members of the society, to strengthen animal sciences among the professions, and to promote animal sciences and the work of animal scientists. Continual education is required of all certified professionals to keep abreast of rapidly changing technology in their fields.

In continuous publication since 1985, PAS is a leading outlet for animal science research. The journal welcomes novel manuscripts on applied technology, reviews on the use or application of research-based information on animal agriculture, commentaries on contemporary issues, case studies, and technical notes. Topics which will be considered for publication include (but are not limited to): feed science, farm animal management and production, dairy science, meat science, animal nutrition, reproduction, animal physiology and behavior, disease control and prevention, microbiology, agricultural economics, and environmental issues related to agriculture. Themed special issues may also be considered for publication.

PAS is indexed in Scopus, CABI, and AGRICOLA, and caters to a wide and comprehensive audience. The readers are typically university, extension, and government staff; members of professional societies and related organizations; producers, commodity organizations, and related food industries; researchers and students; and consultants and companies providing products and services.

Applied Catalysis A: General publishes novel papers on all aspects of catalysis of basic and practical interest to chemical scientists in both industrial and academic fields.The scope of Applied Catalysis A: General includes the following:Scientific understanding of any catalytic phenomenon. Phenomena of relevance to current industrial processes, processes under industrial development or of interest for future commercial applications are particularly welcome. Heterogeneous, homogeneous and biocatalysis are included. Research investigating catalytic actions of heterogeneous, homogeneous, biological and natural systems are especially encouraged.Scientific aspects of preparation, activation, aging, deactivation, rejuvenation, regeneration and start up transient effects of commercially interesting or representative model catalysts.Scientific methods of characterization of catalysts, especially if they are applicable to industrial catalysts.Chemical engineering aspects relevant to an improved understanding of catalytic phenomena or application to catalysis. Results involving a joint approach by chemical engineering and catalytic science are particularly welcome.New catalysts, catalytic reactions, catalytic routes and processes of potential practical interest.Catalysis and catalytic processes for sustainable practices, including sustainable energy supply and consumption processes, and sustainable chemicals production.The journal accepts original Research Papers, Reviews, invited Perspective articles and Letters to the Editor.

Applied Catalysis B: Environmental welcomes original, novel and high-impact contributions from the following fields:Catalytic elimination of environmental pollutants, such as nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, sulfur compounds, chlorinated and other organic compounds, and soot emitted from stationary or mobile sourcesBasic understanding of catalysts used in environmental pollution abatement, especially as applied to industrial processesAll aspects of preparation, characterization, activation, deactivation and regeneration of novel and commercially applicable environmental catalystsNew catalytic routes and processes for the production of clean energy, such as in hydrogen generation via catalytic fuel processing; and new catalysts and electrocatalysts for fuel cellsCatalytic reactions in which wastes are converted to useful productsClean manufacturing replacing toxic chemicals with environmentally friendly catalystsScientific aspects of photocatalytic processes and basic understanding of photocatalysts as applied to environmental problemsNew catalytic combustion technologies and catalystsThe journal will accept original Research Papers, Reviews and Letters to the Editor. Papers dealing with reactions and processes aimed at the production of commercial products and the remaining aspect of catalysis should be directed to Applied Catalysis A: General. Enzymatic papers should be directed to Journal of Molecular Catalysis B.

Applied Clay Science is an international publication medium for research papers, reviews, and resource and technical notes in the field of applied clay science and technology in a broad sense.The journal covers items such as:- Clay characterisation related to optimum industrial utilisation- Clay product preparation, including such topics as mineral extraction, mineral processing and modification of clay properties- Chemical, mineralogical, geochemical and physical properties and behaviour of clay minerals related to applications in the industrial production of: ceramics, construction materials, refractories, fillers and carriers (paper, paint, rubber, plastics, insecticides, animal food)- The role of clays and clay minerals as process aids: catalytic uses, adsorptive applications, filtering and refining media, slurry uses (drilling muds, etc.), bounding and pelletising applications, foundry moulding- Influence of clay composition and fabric on permeability and reservoir properties- Geotechnical applications of clays and clay minerals- Agricultural application such as the influence of clays on soil structure, fertility and water requirements- Environmental applications of clay science such as radioactive waste disposal, and water engineering- Justifications of quality requirements of clays and clay minerals.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

Applied Computing & Geosciences is an online-only Open Access journal focused on all aspects of computing in the geosciences, and like its sister journal Computers & Geosciences, Applied Computing & Geosciences' mission is to advance and disseminate knowledge in all the related areas of at the interface between computer sciences and geosciences.

Applied Computing & Geosciences publishes original articles, review articles and case-studies. Alongside welcoming direct submissions, the journal will benefit from an Article Transfer Service which will allow the author(s) to transfer their manuscript online from Computers & Geosciences thus saving authors time and effort spent on formatting and resubmitting.

Applied Computing & Geosciences offers the community an innovative, efficient and flexible route for the publication of scientifically and ethically sound articles which address problems in the geosciences which includes:
Algorithms; Artificial Intelligence; Computational Methods; Computer Graphics; Computer Visualization; Data Models; Data Processing; Database Retrieval; Distributed Systems; E-Geoscience; Geocomputation; Geographical Information Systems; Geoinformatics; Geomathematics; Image Analysis; Information Retrieval; Modelling; Near and Remote Sensing Data Analysis; Ontologies; Parallel Systems; Programming Languages; Remote Sensing; Simulation; Social Media; Software Engineering; Spatial Analysis and The World-Wide Web.

The term Geoscience is used in a broad sense to refer to the physical Earth sciences including:
Atmospheric Sciences; Climatology; Economic Geology; Environmental Science; Geochemistry; Geodesy; Geology; Geomatics; Geomorphology; Geological and Geotechnical Engineering; Geophysics; Glaciology; Hydrogeology; Hydrology; Meteorology; Mineralogy; Oceanography; Ore Geology; Paleogeography; Paleontology; Petrology; Physical Geography; Planetary Science; Sedimentology; Seismology; Soil Science; Stratigraphy and Structural Geology.

Our highly experienced and well-respected editorial team ensures that all papers are promptly, rigorously and fairly peer-reviewed by the experts in the field.

• Research paper (5,000 words): Providing an original contribution to the scientific fields of study outlined above.
• Review paper (10,000 words): Critically describing the state-of-the art of applications of computer science in the geosciences, as a stand-alone contribution or to frame a special issue.
• Application article (5,000 words): Describing a real-world case study on the scientific fields of study outlined above.

Criteria for assessment shall be: completeness, depth, novelty, timeliness, quality, and interest to the Journal's readership. Before submitting review paper manuscripts, a review outline should be approved by one of the editors of the Journal.

Applied Computing and Informatics aims to be timely in disseminating leading-edge knowledge to researchers, practitioners and academics whose interest is in the latest developments in applied computing and information systems concepts, strategies, practices, tools and technologies. In particular, the journal encourages research studies that have significant contributions to make to the continuous development and improvement of IT practices in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other countries. By doing so, the journal attempts to bridge the gap between the academic and industrial community, and therefore, welcomes theoretically grounded, methodologically sound research studies that address various IT-related problems and innovations of an applied nature. The journal will serve as a forum for practitioners, researchers, managers and IT policy makers to share their knowledge and experience in the design, development, implementation, management and evaluation of various IT applications. Contributions may deal with, but are not limited to:
• Internet and E-Commerce Architecture, Infrastructure, Models, Deployment Strategies and Methodologies.
• E-Business and E-Government Adoption.
• Mobile Commerce and their Applications.
• Applied Telecommunication Networks.
• Software Engineering Approaches, Methodologies, Techniques, and Tools.
• Applied Data Mining and Warehousing.
• Information Strategic Planning and Recourse Management.
• Applied Wireless Computing.
• Enterprise Resource Planning Systems.
• IT Education.
• Societal, Cultural, and Ethical Issues of IT.
• Policy, Legal and Global Issues of IT.
• Enterprise Database Technology.
• IT Effectiveness and Performance Management.
• Geographical Information Systems.
• IT Investment and Project Management.
• Knowledge Management and IT Transfer.
• Enterprise Application Integration.
• Information and Internet Security.
• Applied Aspects of Arabization.
• Agent Technologies and their Applications.
• IT and Organizational Change Management.
• Business Process, Modeling, Analysis, Re-engineering, and Management.
• Health Informatics.
• Neural Networks Applications.
• Emerging Technologies.
• Net-Centric Applied Computing.
• Applied Intelligent Systems.
• Quality and Performance Management Systems.
• IT Adoption in Public and Private Sectors.
• IT Outsourcing and Application Service Provider.
• Electronic Customer Relationship Management.
• Human and Educational Information Systems.
• National Information Plans and Policies.
• Interdisciplinary Issues.

Applied Energy provides a forum for information on innovation, research, development and demonstration in the areas of energy conversion and conservation, the optimal use of energy resources, analysis and optimization of energy processes, mitigation of environmental pollutants, and sustainable energy systems. The journal publishes original papers, review articles, technical notes, and letters to the editor. Authors are encouraged to submit manuscripts which bridge the gaps between research, development and implementation. The breadth of coverage ranges from innovative technologies and systems of both fossil and renewable energy to the economic industrial and domestic use of energy with no or minor impact on the environment. Applied Energy is also concerned with the attendant problems of modeling and forecasting, conservation strategies, and the environmental, social and economic impacts of energy policies and usage, including climate change mitigation and other environmental pollution reduction.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

Applied Ergonomics is aimed at ergonomists and all those interested in applying ergonomics/human factors in the design, planning and management of technical and social systems at work or leisure. Readership is truly international with subscribers in over 50 countries. Professionals for whom Applied Ergonomics is of interest include: ergonomists, designers, industrial engineers, health and safety specialists, systems engineers, design engineers, organizational psychologists, occupational health specialists and human-computer interaction specialists.Applied Ergonomics welcomes original contributions on the practical applications of ergonomic design and research. Areas covered include applications in the office, industry, consumer products, information technology and military design.For the Institute of Ergonomics and Human Factors follow this link:http://www.iehf.org/and for the International Ergonomics Association follow this link: http://www.iea.cc/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