Call for Papers
Journal call for papers from Pigment & Resin Technology
Call for Papers
The Editor invites prospective authors to submit original manuscripts for possible inclusion in this international journal.
Pigment & Resin Technology provides a broad coverage of the materials and techniques relevant to the formulation and manufacture of dyes, pigments, coatings, inks, adhesives, sealants and varnishes. Coverage is essentially of a practical nature and designed to be of direct benefit to both scientists and technologists working in the field. The journal aims to:
- Keep readers informed of the latest commercial, scientific and technical developments worldwide.
- Act as a key resource for those seeking to develop environmentally-friendly, safe, clean products which meet customers' needs.
- Provide practical guidance that can be used immediately to resolve relevant technical problems, as well as expert knowledge to broaden understanding and to provide a platform for further research and development.
General principles
- Research should be authoritative and up-to-date, focusing on new materials and innovative techniques.
- Articles based on sound academic or industrial research with strong relevance to practical application will receive particular encouragement.
- News and Industry Updates which concentrate on new developments are also welcomed.
- Reviews and Overviews will also receive favourable consideration.
Coverage
New product developments in research and industry; Environmental issues; Health and safety issues; Surface preparation; Testing, inspection and quality control; New methods and materials; Latest equipment and processes; Conferences and training; Industry updates.
Publishing with Emerald
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Preparation of Manuscripts
Articles should be between 1,000 and 4,000 words in length. They should be typed in double-spacing with wide margins. Three copies of the article should be submitted together with a brief autobiographical note, an abstract of 100-150 words, a concise but comprehensive title and suggested keywords. Please see www.emeraldinsight.com/prt.htm for more detailed information.
Refereeing Procedure
Each paper submitted to Pigment & Resin Technology is peer-reviewed for suitability of publication.
How to Submit
Manuscripts, abstracts or outlines of proposed articles should be submitted to the Editor:
Dr L. Lin
Department of Colour Chemistry
The University of Leeds
Email: l.lin@leeds.ac.uk
Alternatively, please contact the Publisher, Harry Colson at hcolson@emeraldinsight.com