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Emphasis is on modern instrumental concepts, though not exclusively, including detectors, sensors, data acquisition and processing, instrument control, chromatography, electrochemistry, spectroscopy of all types, electrophoresis, radiometry, relaxation methods, thermal analysis, physical property measurements, surface physics, membrane technology, microcomputer design, chip-based processes, and more. Readership includes everyone who uses instrumental techniques to conduct their research and development. They are chemists (organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, nuclear, quality control) biochemists, biotechnologists, engineers, and physicists in all of the instrumental disciplines mentioned above, in both the laboratory and chemical production environments. The journal is an important resource of instrument design and applications data. The Institute of Scientific Information Journal Citations Report for 2003 ranks Instrumentation Science and Technology 53rd out of 67 journals in Chemistry-Analytical (Science) and 23rd out of 49 journals in Instruments and Instrumentation (Science), with an impact factor of 0.714. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

Integral Transforms and Special Functions belongs to the basic subjects of mathematical analysis, the theory of differential and integral equations, approximation theory, and to many other areas of pure and applied mathematics. Although centuries old, these subjects are under intense development, for use in pure and applied mathematics, physics, engineering and computer science. This stimulates continuous interest for researchers in these fields. The aim of Integral Transforms and Special Functions is to foster further growth by providing a means for the publication of important research on all aspects of the subjects.INCREASED 2009 Impact Factor: 0.756169; 2010 Thomson Reuters, 2009 Journal Citation Reports174;All published research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by independent expert referees.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 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.

Integrated Ferroelectrics provides an international, interdisciplinary forum for electronic engineers and physicists as well as process and systems engineers, ceramicists, and chemists who are involved in research, design, development, manufacturing and utilization of integrated ferroelectric devices. Such devices unite ferroelectric films and semiconductor integrated circuit chips. The result is a new family of electronic devices, which combine the unique nonvolatile memory, pyroelectric, piezoelectric, photorefractive, radiation-hard, acoustic and/or dielectric properties of ferroelectric materials with the dynamic memory, logic and/or amplification properties and miniaturization and low-cost advantages of semiconductor i.c. technology.

Intelligent buildings are ones in which the building fabric, space, services and information systems can respond in an effective manner to the demands of the owner, the occupier and the environment.Intelligent buildings are essentially about people, processes and systems. The interdisciplinary nature of the design and management processes of the buildings are important, together with emerging methodologies and innovations such as smart materials, embedded systems and robotics. Evaluation tools are applied in an integrated and holistic manner. Intelligent Buildings International examines developments in the design, construction and operating processes for intelligent buildings, and explores the wider context, including practical solutions which take into account sociological and economic considerations. Lessons from nature and vernacular architecture also feature in the journal.The principal areas covered include: understanding how the built environment affects people's well-beingsustainable design and managementautomation and innovative systemsapproaches to design. Going beyond traditional engineering and architectural solutions, and in an effort to overcome fragmentation at educational and professional levels, peer-reviewed research is complemented by contributions from industry specialists that critically evaluate technological developments. Topics covered by Intelligent Buildings International include:8226; Integration of design, management and operation processes8226; Assessment of rating methods8226; Smart materials for intelligent facades8226; Healthy indoor environments8226; Whole life performance and value8226; Regulations and standards8226; Biomimetic architecture8226; The impact of intelligent buildings on people and organizations8226; Development of IT and communication systems8226; Technological forecasting, social change and innovation8226; Application of control and sensor technologiesIntelligent Buildings International publishes peer-reviewed papers including:8226; Original research papers8226; State-of-the-art reviews and analyses8226; Case studies8226; Opinion pieces The journal also publishes relevant commentary and review pieces including:8226; Visionary perspectives and commentaries8226; Technical notes8226; Book reviewsThe editor welcomes manuscripts relating to the scope of journal and will be pleased to comment and advise on proposals. For more information email the editor at d.j.clements-croome@reading.ac.uk.

International Biomechanics provides a high-quality platform for researchers working on biomechanics topics to publish their work globally under a fully Open Access model. The Journal ensures that every article undergoes a rigorous and rapid peer review process by a team of experts who share the cross-disciplinary scope of the publication. The intent is to foster innovation, debate and collaboration across the field whilst maintaining a defined and relevant audience for the topics and findings reported.

• Bio-fluid mechanics
• Continuum Biomechanics
• Biotribology
• Cellular Biomechanics
• Mechanobiology
• Mechano-transduction
• Tissue Mechanics
• Comparative Biomechanics and Functional Anatomy
• Allometry
• Animal locomotion
• Gait analysis
• Musculoskeletal and Orthopaedic Biomechanics
• Cardiovascular Biomechanics
• Plant Biomechanics
• Injury Biomechanics
• Impact Biomechanics
• Sport and Exercise Biomechanics
• Kinesiology
• Rehabilitation
• Quantitative Ergonomics, Human Factors engineering, Occupational Biomechanics
• Developmental Biomechanics

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From 2011 the journal will be offering free colour pages to all its authors. Disclaimer for Scientific, Technical and Social Science Publications Taylor & Francis make 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.

Computational mechanics is an integral and major subject of research in many fields of science and engineering, design and manufacturing. Major established industries such as the automobile, aerospace, atmospheric sciences, chemical, pharmaceutical, petroleum, electronics and communications, as well as emerging industries such as biotechnology, nanotechnology, and information technology rely on computational mechanics-based capabilities to model and numerically simulate complex systems for the analysis, design, and manufacturing of high-technology products. Rapid advances in computer architecture, hardware, software technology and tools, and numerical and non-numerical algorithms, are making significant contributions to the development of computational models and methods to model materials and analyze and design complex engineering systems.The main aim of International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science & Mechanics (CMES) is to provide a unique interdisciplinary forum to publish papers dealing with mathematical models and computational methods and algorithms for the numerical simulation of natural processes arising in applied science and mechanics. Special emphasis will be placed on both upstream and applied research and on the transfer of technology to the industry in the areas of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, solid and structural mechanics in the disciplines of aerospace, chemical, civil, mechanical, electrical engineering, and computational biology, chemistry, and materials science. Papers dealing with novel computational methods to model current and emerging technologies in microelectromechanical systems, electromagnetics, biotechnology, nanotechnology, and information technology are encouraged.Through faster dissemination, the International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science & Mechanics (CMES) offers scope for academics, researchers, and engineering professionals to present their research and development works that have potential for applications in several disciplines of engineering. The journal publishes manuscripts dealing primarily with the computational science and mechanics aspects of natural phenomena (for example, mathematical modeling of materials and systems, novel applications, and numerical simulations). Contributions may range from new methods to novel applications of existing methods to gain understanding of the material and/or structural behavior of new and advanced systems. The following is a nonexhaustive list of topics considered to be within the scope of CMES. Computational Science and Engineering: Finite element method, boundary element method, finite difference method, meshless techniques, automated and adaptive analysis methods and engineering design and optimization. Industrial Applications: Aerospace, biological, chemical, civil, mechanical, materials science, electrical engineering, and manufacturing processes. Computational Processes: Algorithms, software technology and tools, high performance computing and parallel and distributed computing, artificial intelligence, scientific visualization and virtual reality - all in the context of simulation of natural and physical phenomena. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The International Journal of Acarology (IJA) publishes original research work on a wide variety of acarological subjects including mite and tick behavior, biochemistry, biology, control, ecology, evolution, morphology, physiology, systematics and taxonomy. To ensure continued quality of journal content, manuscripts submitted to IJA are critically reviewed up to seven reviewers, including outside reviewers and Editorial Board members, who are specialists on the subject matter. The language of choice for IJA is English but manuscripts written in other languages may be considered. Disclaimer for Scientific, Technical and Social Science Publications Taylor & Francis make 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 International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability ( IJAS ) is a cross-disciplinary, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of sustainability in agricultural and food systems. IJAS publishes both theoretical developments and critical appraisals of new evidence on what is not sustainable about current or past agricultural and food systems, as well as on transitions towards agricultural and rural sustainability at farm, community, regional, national and international levels, and through food supply chains. It is committed to clear and consistent use of language and logic, and the use of appropriate evidence to substantiate empirical statements.IJAS increases knowledge on what technologies and processes are contributing to agricultural sustainability, what policies, institutions and economic structures are preventing or promoting sustainability, and what relevant lessons should be learned.IJAS addresses agricultural sustainability directly and comprehensively. Papers published in the journal contribute to answering the questions: What makes agriculture more (or less) sustainable, how, and why?IJAS covers both theoretical as well as more technical topics, but does not include coverage of technical experimental findings, derived from field or laboratory based studies, unless they explicitly and comprehensively discuss the sustainability aspects of the research.Authors and researchers are strongly encouraged to take a look at previously published IJAS papers. Topics covered include: Agriculture-Environment Interactions Agriculture and Rural Economy Interactions Institutional and Policy Issues Technology Development Food and Consumer IssuesJournal news 2011 Impact Factor: 1.696. Ranked 7/57 in Agriculture, Multidisciplinary! ©2012 Thomson Reuters, 2011 Journal Citation Report®Related Articles Most read Most cited The top 100 questions of importance to the future of global agriculture International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability Sustainable intensification in African agriculture International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability Agricultural success from Africa: the case of fertilizer tree systems in southern Africa (Malawi, Tanzania, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe) International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability Trees, agroforestry and multifunctional agriculture in Cameroon International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability The emergence of urban agriculture: Sydney, Australia International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability More 1 The spread of Conservation Agriculture: justification, sustainability and uptake International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability 2 The top 100 questions of importance to the future of global agriculture International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability 3 Zooming-in zooming-out: a novel method to scale up local innovations and sustainable technologies International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability 4 The power of video to trigger innovation: rice processing in central Benin International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability 5 Agroforestry Tree Products (AFTPs): Targeting Poverty Reduction and Enhanced Livelihoods International Journal of Agricultural Sustainability MoreTake a look at our portfolio of Literature Journals with 7 days’ free access to more than 2 years’ worth of recent issues.STAR - Special Terms for Authors & Researchers.

Increasing awareness of the need to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels has led to the development of academic research and policy surrounding self-regenerating energy sources. International Journal of Ambient Energy reports original research, review papers, book reviews, applications and case-studies on all areas of this subject, including nuclear, hydroelectric, wind, biomass, solar, photovoltaic, tidal, wave and geothermal power. Particular attention is given to the use of renewable power within the built environment. Our aim is to provide a forum for the worldwide dissemination of both technical and policy information relating to ambient energy.All published research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by independent expert referees.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 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.

Preservation of the architectural heritage is considered a fundamental issue in the life of modern societies. In addition to their historical interest, cultural heritage buildings are valuable because they contribute significantly to the economy by providing key attractions in a context where tourism and leisure are major industries in the 3rd millennium. The need of preserving historical constructions is thus not only a cultural requirement, but also an economical and developmental demand. The study of historical buildings and other structures must be undertaken from an approach based on the use of modern technologies and science. The final aim must be to select and adequately manage the possible technical means needed to attain the required understanding of the morphology and the structural behavior of the construction and to characterize its repair needs. Modern requirements for an intervention include reversibility, unobtrusiveness, minimum repair, and respect of the original construction, as well as the obvious functional and structural requirements. Restoration operations complying with these principles require a scientific, multidisciplinary approach that comprehends historical understanding, modern non-destructive inspection techniques, and advanced experimental and computer methods of analysis. Therefore, International Journal of Architectural Heritage covers the main aspects related to the study and repair of existing buildings, including: * Issues on the history of construction and architectural technology * General criteria and methodology for study and intervention * Historical and traditional building techniques * Survey techniques * Non-destructive testing, inspection, and monitoring * Experimental results and laboratory testing * Analytical and numerical approaches * Innovative and traditional materials for repair and restoration * Innovative strategies and techniques for repair and restoration * General remedial measures * Repair and strengthening of structures * Seismic behavior and retrofitting * Detailed and state-of-the-art case studies The main objective is to provide an overview of existing resources useful for the rigorous and scientifically based study of the state of ancient structures and to present state-of-the-art novel research in the field. The journal will publish review papers, research papers, and detailed case studies. Interdisciplinary contributions will be highly appreciated. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

International Journal of Audiology was created by the merger of Audiology, British Journal of Audiology and Scandinavian Audiology and is an international journal dealing with the needs of the developed and developing world.Published twelve times a year, each issue of the Journal features original clinical and review articles, time-saving abstracts that outline the relevance of a study to your practice, a book review of the latest literature, a preliminary report on a groundbreaking new study and news and conference information directly from the British Society of Audiology, the International Society of Audiology and the Nordic Audiological Society.Each issue delivers well-documented, thought-provoking articles on clinical, social, and technical advances in the field. International Journal of Audiology takes a multidisciplinary approach by presenting timely, relevant research in:PsychoacousticsAnatomyPhysiologyCellular and molecular biologyGeneticsNeuroscienceSpeech and hearing sciencesPsychologySocial sciencesEpidemiologyStatisticsEngineeringVestibularRehabilitative devicesRadiographic imagingDisorders of hearingDiagnostic testingPharmacologyAgingInternational Journal of Audiology is committed to furthering development of a scientifically robust evidence base for audiology. It aims to achieve this through publication of high-quality papers of relevance to the science and clinical practice of audiology and its component disciplines.As a high impact journal, with a wide international readership, International Journal of Audiology will ensure critical, thoughtful, speedy and thorough review of all submitted papers.International Journal of Audiology aims to be recognised as the leading journal in the field.2011 Impact Factor: 1.396Read More: http://informahealthcare.com/page/ija/Description.

• spatial modelling, visualization, analysis and planning
• theoretical GI Science including geospatial ontologies and semantics
• maritime, environmental and urban GIS, remote sensing and photogrammetry
• cognitive-based GIS and cartography: modelling of navigation knowledge and landscape perception in urban spaces and built environments
• historical maps
• art and cartography
• topography

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International Journal of Coal Preparation and Utilization publishes original research papers, short communications, review articles, book reviews, and symposium announcements covering all aspects of coal preparation. The journal is significant reading for all individuals involved with coal preparation, including those in operations, engineering, management, education, and scientific research. Topics include: coal properties and coal petrography; coal quality and characterization; surface chemistry of coal and minerals; crushing, grinding and liberation; coal screening and classification; dense medium and density separations; froth flotation and oil agglomeration; process control and optimization; flocculation and thickening; dewatering and thermal drying; briquetting and pelletizing; coal handling and storage; coal utilization and blending; waste disposal and pollution; utility waste product utilization; and carbon based material. Additional subjects covered by the journal include properties of coal/water and coal/oil slurries as well as the processing of oil shales and tarsands by physical and physiochemical methods. Papers discussing technological experience and critical reviews of existing knowledge in specialized areas within the scope of the journal will also be welcomed. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The aim of the International Journal of Computational Fluid Dynamics is the continuous and timely dissemination of new and innovative CFD research and developments. The Journal is a truly interdisciplinary forum for CFD, and publishes refereed papers on the latest advances in numerical methods in fluid dynamics and their applications to the aeronautics, hydrodynamics, environmental, and power and process fields. The Journal has a distinctive and balanced international contribution, with emphasis on papers dealing with efficient methods to produce accurate predictive numerical tools for flow analysis and design, and those promoting the understanding of the physics of fluid motion. Relevant and innovative practical and industrial applications, as well as those of an interdisciplinary nature, are strongly encouraged. All published research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by independent expert referses.

International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing (IJCIM) is a journal of new knowledge, reporting research and applications underlining the opportunities and limitations of CIM in today's lifecycle-oriented, knowledge-based era of manufacturing. IJCIM has been enthusiastically received by the international manufacturing community and has become a key forum for academics and industrial researchers to exchange information and ideas. In response to this interest, IJCIM is published eight times a year, which enables the editors to target special issues on topics as diverse as service-oriented architectures, next generation manufacturing systems, wireless manufacturing and digital enterprise technologies, as well as focused issues covering regional research (such as in the EU Framework Programme) and international research programmes and initiatives.