Journal Guide

Analytica Chimica Acta provides a forum for the rapid publication of original research, and critical reviews dealing with all aspects of fundamental and applied modern analytical science. The journal welcomes the submission of research papers which report studies concerning the development of new and significant analytical methodologies. In determining the suitability of submitted articles for publication, particular scrutiny will be placed on the degree of novelty and significance of the research and the extent to which it adds to existing knowledge in analytical chemistry.Manuscripts detailing fundamental research on all aspects of analytical theory and methodology (including chemometric techniques), such as innovative instrumental, chemical and biological approaches, detectors and sensors, sample treatment methods and data treatment are especially encouraged. On the other hand, papers describing the use of routine analytical methods or straightforward extension of these methods to new sample matrices will normally not be published unless new developments are described which can be demonstrated to give very clear and quantifiable advantages over existing methods. In all submissions to the journal, authors must address the question of how their proposed methodology compares with previously reported methods.It will normally be expected that where new analytical methodologies and developments are described these will be applied to a sample matrix of suitable analytical complexity. In such cases appropriate validation of the method should be provided, together with proper statistical treatment of data. Analytical performance characteristics of new methods should be given, including sensitivity, detection limits, accuracy, precision, and interferences.Reviews are normally written by prior agreement of the editors. Potential authors are encouraged to discuss the subject matter of a proposed review with the review editor, and will be asked to provide a brief outline of the subject matter of the proposed review. Review articles should be sufficiently broad in scope to appeal to a wide cross-section of the journal's readership, but should be specific enough to permit discussion to be made at an appropriate depth. Basic methodology and principles should not be included in reviews, but suitable reference should be made to sources of this information. Above all, reviews should be critical rather than enumerative and should provide the reader with expert opinion regarding the relative merits of the various published approaches to the topic under review. Figures and Tables are encouraged in review articles. Tutorials describing the fundamental principles and practical operational details of a given analytical technique, sample processing approach or chemometric method are also welcome.

Analytical Biochemistry emphasizes methods in the biological and biochemical sciences. The journal publishes the results of original research as well as reviews of methods.Publishing Methods in:• Analytical techniques• Membranes and membrane proteins• Molecular genetics: cloning, sequencing, and mutagenesis• Novel methods of protein purification• Immunological techniques applicable to biochemistry• Immunoassays that introduce a unique approach• Cell biology• General cell and organ culture• Pharmacological and toxicological research techniquesAnalytical Biochemistry includes two additional major sections:• Reviews - review articles on methods for biological and biochemical sciences• Notes and Tips - a new section featuring methods that can be summarized in a shorter format allowing more rapid publication, including helpful "kitchen tricks."

Analytical Cellular Pathology provides a forum for pathologists and medical practitioners working in the cellular pathology field. Topics covered include cytology, carcinogenesis, cell receptors, biomarkers, diagnostic pathology, and immunopathology.

The Most Cited Journal in Analytical Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry is a peer-reviewed research journal that is devoted to the dissemination of new and original knowledge in all branches of analytical chemistry. Articles fit our scope that describe new or expanded chemical measurement approaches or that uniquely address the principles and performance of existing approaches. Articles may be theoretical or they may report experimental results. Papers dealing with established analytical methods must offer a significantly improved, original application of the method.

Subfields covered in Analytical Chemistry can include the following, as long as the manuscript focuses on improving our understanding of chemical measurements:

• Analytical operations (e.g., sampling, measurements, data analysis)
• Bioanalytical chemistry
• Bioengineering
• Chemical analysis
• Environmental sciences
• Forensics
• Materials Science
• Medical Sciences

Topics include but are not limited to:

• Chemical reactions and selectivity
• Chemometrics and data processing
• Computation, machine learning, and informatics
• Electrochemistry
• Elemental and molecular characterization
• Imaging
• Immunoassays, enzyme assays, and related technologies
• Instrumentation
• Mass Spectrometry
• Microscale and nanoscale analytical systems
• Nuclear magnetic resonance
• Omics research (e.g., proteomics, metabolomics, genomics, lipidomics)
• Sensing science
• Separations
• Spectroscopy
• Surface Analysis

• Modern Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry (with multidisciplinary approaches)
• Mass Spectrometry, Separations and Spectroscopy
• Electrochemistry and Instrumentation
• Genomics and Proteomics
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Pharmaceutical Science, Pharmacology and Pharmacy
• Biological and Clinical Sciences
• Natural Product Chemistry and Organic Chemistry
• Food and Forensic Sciences
• Environmental Chemistry and Analysis

The journal publishes issues bimonthly online and in print. Articles are of interest to both analytical chemistry specialists and chemists from related disciplines based at research institutions or working in related industries such as pharamaceuticals, forensics, and environmental agencies.  

Analytical Letters is an international medium for the rapid publication of original research papers, accelerated articles, or mini-reviews on important developments in all areas of analytical chemistry, including electrochemistry, mass spectrometry, separations, and spectroscopy. Papers are welcomed that consider fundamental developments, new or improved instrumentation and sensors, and applications of analytical chemistry in all areas that include biological and clinical science, engineering and instrumentation science, environmental chemistry and analysis, geochemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, and physics.

Analytical Methods welcomes early applications of new analytical and bioanalytical methods and technology demonstrating the potential for societal impact. We require that methods and technology reported in the journal are sufficiently innovative, robust, accurate, and compared to other available methods for the intended application. Developments with interdisciplinary approaches are particularly welcome. Systems should be proven with suitably complex and analytically challenging samples. We encourage developments within, but not limited to, the following technologies and applications: global health, point-of-care and molecular diagnostics; biosensors and bioengineering; drug development and pharmaceutical analysis; applied microfluidics and nanotechnology; -omics studies, such as proteomics, metabolomics or glycomics; environmental, agricultural and food science; neuroscience; biochemical and clinical analysis; forensic analysis; industrial process and method development.

Analytical Sciences is an international journal that publishes on the theory and practical applications of all aspects of analytical sciences.

Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry (ABC) is a truly international journal with a mission to publish excellent research papers from all areas of analytical and bioanalytical science.

Author Benefits

Online publication in 20 days from acceptanceNo submission fee for full-color illustrations of accepted articlesBook discount for contributing authorsOpen Choice, offers authors to have their journal articles made available with full open access in exchange for payment of a basic fee
Outstanding Features

Free online access to members of the owner societiesThe only general analytical chemistry journal supported by a large group of learned societies around the worldABC Best Paper AwardAnalytical ChallengeEducational articlesAttractive special issues