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The journal, created in 1904 by H. Le Chatelier, publishes high-quality peer-reviewed research papers in the field of ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy. It seeks to strengthen the dialogue between science and industry and emphasise the importance of technological innovation at a time when the metallurgy industry is challenged by issues surrounding energy, raw materials and the environment. The article types are the following: papers containing technical and economic information; papers on processes, new products and experimental techniques; review articles (state of the art on a specific topic) and original research articles dealing with technical, industrial or scientific aspects.

Metallurgical and Materials Transactions A focuses on the latest research in all aspects of physical metallurgy and materials science. It explores relationships among processing, structure, and properties of materials; publishes critically reviewed, original research of archival significance. The journal address the main topics of alloy phases; transformations; transport phenomena; mechanical behavior; physical chemistry; environment; welding & joining; surface treatment; electronic, magnetic & optical material; solidification; materials processing; composite materials; biomaterials; and light metals. MMTA publishes Technical Publications, Communications, Symposia, and more. Published with ASM International, The Materials Information Society and The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS)

Metallurgical and Materials Transactions B, an archival peer-reviewed bi-monthly publication, is uniquely focused on process metallurgy and materials processing science. Coverage emphasizes the theoretical and engineering aspects of the processing of metals and other materials, including studies of electro- and physical chemistry, mass transport, modeling, and related computer applications. The journal is published with ASM International, The Materials Information Society, and The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS)

Published since 1956, Metallurgist is the leading Russian journal in metallurgy. Coverage includes metallurgy of ferrous and nonferrous, rare and precious metals, equipment and automation, work and environmental safety, new inventions and patents, resources and energy savings, quality and certification, and more. Metallurgist is a translation of the peer-reviewed Russian journal Metallurg.

Metals and Materials International publishes original papers and critical reviews on all aspects of research and technology in materials engineering: physical metallurgy, materials science, and processing of metals and other materials. Coverage emphasizes those aspects of the science of materials that are concerned with the relationships among the processing, structure and properties (mechanical, chemical, electrical, electrochemical, magnetic and optical) of materials. Aspects of processing include the melting, casting, and fabrication with the thermodynamics, kinetics and modeling.

The journal Metalurgija is primary scientific periodical that publishes scientific papers (original papers, preliminary notes, reviewed papers) as well as professional papers from the area of basic, applicable and developing researching in metallurgy and boundary metallurgy areas (physics, chemistry, mechanical engineering). These papers relate to processing ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy, treating investigating as well as testing of raw materials, semi products and products, especially in the area of improving new materials and possibilities of their implementation. The journal is the only national periodical of this kind in the Republic of Croatia and covers the scientific field of metallurgy.

METHODS IN OCEANOGRAPHYMethods in Oceanography is an international journal for ocean researchers. It publishes original research on new methods in all aspects of oceanographic research such as fabrication and testing of new instruments, significant advances in the development of new methods for the interpretation of either existing or future data, as well as the development of new platforms and plans for ocean sampling. Special issues will be dedicated to frontiers in oceanography methods that relate to contemporary issues. Review articles, by authoritative leaders, will document the history, contemporary status, and future potential for developing new methods in all aspects of oceanographic research. Research highlights will report late breaking news of interest to the general ocean methodology community that are considered to be of significant interest.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

Published 6 times per year, Metrologia covers the fundamentals of measurements, particularly those dealing with the seven base units of the International System of Units (metre, kilogram, second, ampere, kelvin, candela, mole) or proposals to replace them.The journal also publishes papers that contribute to the solution of difficult measurement problems and improve the accuracy of derived units and constants that are of fundamental importance to physics.In addition to regular papers, the journal publishes review articles, issues devoted to single topics of timely interest and occasional conference proceedings. Letters to the Editor and Short Communications (generally three pages or less) are also considered.In support of the Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA), the web-based Technical Supplement to Metrologia publishes final reports of key and supplementary comparisons.Launched in 1965 and published by IOP Publishing on behalf of the Bureau International des Poids et Mesures (BIPM) since 2003, Metrologia is an international journal dealing with pure and applied metrology.

Micro & Nano Letters offers express online publication of short research papers containing the latest advances in micro- and nano-scale science, engineering and technology, with at least one dimension ranging from micrometres to nanometres. Micro & Nano Letters offers readers high-quality original research findings from both the micro and nano communities. Micro & Nano Letters addresses issues spanning fundamental understanding to experimental demonstrations in the disciplines of engineering, physical, chemical, biological and material science. It places particular emphasis on cross-disciplinary activities and applications. Typical topics include: • MEMS and NEMS • Micro- and nano-structures and devices • Modelling, simulation and realisation of micro- and nano-scale structures, devices and systems • Synthesis and processing • Micro- and nano-photonics • Molecular machines, circuits and self-assembly • Organic and inorganic micro- and nano-structures • Micro- and nano-fluidics

Micro and Nanosystems publishes significant original work, topical reviews and guest edited issues ranging from technologies and systems to product innovation and new manufacturing processes with features at the micro and nanoscale. Applications for micro and nanosystems in areas such as health, environment, food, security and consumer goods are covered. The topics to be addressed include Lab-on-a-chip, microfluidics, nano-biotechnology, micro and nanomanufacturing, printed electronics and MEMS.

Microelectronic Engineering is the premier nano-processing, and nanotechnology journal focusing on fabrication of electronic, bioelectronic, electromechanic and fluidic devices and systems, and their applications in the broad areas of electronics, energy, life sciences, and environment. It covers also the expanding interdisciplinary field of "more than Moore" and "beyond Moore" integrated nanoelectronics and micro-nano systems. Through its unique mixture of peer-reviewed articles, reviews, accelerated publications, short and Technical notes, and the latest research news on key developments, Microelectronic Engineering provides comprehensive coverage of this exciting, interdisciplinary and dynamic new field for researchers in academia and professionals in industry.The journal addresses the following topics:a)Micro and Nano fabrication, Processing for Nanoelectronics (Lithography, Self-assembly, Plasma Processing, Metallization, 3D Integration, Related Materials)b)Nanoelectronic, Photonic, Nanoenergy Devices and Systems (fabrication, application and related materials)c)Micro - Nano Systems, Devices and Systems for Life Sciences, and Environment (Micro/Nano fluidics, MEMS/NEMS, BioMEMS, Lab on a chip)In detail the topics covered are as follows:1. Nanolithography and Nanopatterning•optical lithography•EUV lithography and masks•charged particle based lithography and patterning•nanoimprint lithography techniques and templates•maskless lithography•emerging nanopatterning methods•limits of nanolithography and nanopatterning2. Pattern Transfer•ion technology•plasma processing: etching, nanotexturing, bonding3. Materials•metallization and barrier materials•silicon on insulators•dielectrics (low K and high K)•interconnects•new resist materials•nanomaterials for device fabrication•block copolymers•polymers and flexible substrates4. Nanometrology, Inspection and Testing•electron beam testers•laser probes•signal and image processing•nanometrology•AFM, Scanning probe measurements5. Advanced Processing and Nanofabrication•process integration•three dimensional integration•rapid thermal processing•process modelling and simulation•equipment modelling•laser assisted processing•top-down / bottom-up (self - assembly) nanofabrication6. Advanced Devices•nanometer devices for electronics and optoelectronics•dimension-sensitive device properties•advanced MOS devices•vacuum nanoelectronics•organic and molecular electronics•mesoscopic devices•micro- & nanofluidics•other miniaturized devices for biology, chemistry, medicine7. Advanced fabrication and characterization for heterogeneousmicro- and nanosystems•electro-mechanical systems (MEMS, NEMS)•optical systems•fluidic systems•biosystems•lab-on-a-chipManuscripts of 5 (five) types are considered:• Review Articles that inform readers of the latest research and advances in nanoelectronics, nanofabrication, micro-nano systems, and applications,• Accelerated Publications (Letters) that feature exciting research breakthroughs in the field,• Regular original research papers• Short / Technical notes intended for original limited investigations or short description of original industrial or industrially-related research and development work• News and Opinions that comment on topical issues or express views on the developments in related fields, or comment on previously published work.

The journal comprises a multi-disciplinary study of the various technologies, processes and current practices associated with miniaturized electronic devices and advanced packages.

The Microelectronics Journal invites papers describing significant research and applications in all of the areas listed below. Comprehensive review/survey papers covering recent developments will also be considered. The Microelectronics Journal covers circuits and systems. This topic includes but is not limited to

• Analog, digital, mixed, and RF circuits and related design methodologies
• Logic, architectural, and system level synthesis
• Testing, design for testability, built-in self-test
• Area, power, and thermal analysis and design
• Mixed-domain simulation and design
• Embedded systems
• Non-von Neumann computing and related technologies and circuits
• Design and test of high complexity systems integration
• SoC, NoC, SIP, and NIP design and test
• 3-D integration design and analysis
• Emerging device technologies and circuits, such as FinFETs, SETs, spintronics, SFQ, MTJ, etc.

Application aspects such as signal and image processing including circuits for cryptography, sensors, and actuators including sensor networks, reliability and quality issues, and economic models are also welcome.

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Microelectronics Reliability is dedicated to disseminating the latest research results and related information on the reliability of microelectronic devices, circuits and systems. The coverage of the journal includes the following topics: physics and analysis; evaluation and prediction; modelling and simulation; methodologies and assurance. Papers which combine reliability with other important areas of microelectronics engineering, such as design, fabrication, packaging and testing, will also be welcome, and practical papers reporting case studies in the field are particularly encouraged.Most accepted papers will be published as Research Papers, describing significant advances and completed work. Papers reviewing important developing topics of general interest may be accepted for publication as Review Papers. Urgent communications of a more preliminary nature and short reports on completed practical work of current interest may be considered for publication as Research Notes. All contributions are subject to peer review by leading experts in the field.Additional regular features will include:• Special issues devoted to significant international conferences, or to important developing topics• Letters to the Editors• Industrial news and updates• Calendar of forthcoming events• Book reviewsMicroelectronics Reliability is an indispensable forum for the exchange of knowledge and experience between microelectronics reliability professionals from both academic and industrial environments, and all those associated in any way with a steadily growing microelectronics industry and its many fields of application.

An International Journal for Microgravity and Space Exploration Related Research Platforms like drop towers, parabolic flights, sounding rockets, reentry capsules and orbiting platforms provide the unique environment of compensated gravity which can only be achieved on earth in very limited situations.The journal Microgravity - Science and Technology publishes papers describing the preparation, the performance and the evaluation as well as preliminary results of experiments on the above mentioned platforms. As such the journal will provide a useful source for practical references to how the final results have been achieved.Papers published in Microgravity - Science and Technology are particularly useful as reference material for results in: - materials science- fluid mechanics- process engineering- physics- chemistry- heat and mass transfer- biology- human physiology In addition papers regarding the development of experimental techniques and instrumentation for research under microgravity conditions are welcome. Microgravity - Science and Technology contains original scientific articles and notes as well as extended review papers on selected topics from the fields defined above. Contributions from fundamental and application oriented research are invited as well.

Micromachines (ISSN 2072-666X) is an international, peer-reviewed open access journal which provides an advanced forum for studies related to micro-scaled machines and micromachinery. It publishes reviews, regular research papers and short communications. Our aim is to encourage scientists to publish their experimental and theoretical results in as much detail as possible. There is no restriction on the length of the papers. The full experimental details must be provided so that the results can be reproduced. There are, in addition, unique features of this journal: manuscripts regarding research proposals and research ideas will be particularly welcomed electronic files or software regarding the full details of the calculation and experimental procedure, if unable to be published in a normal way, can be deposited as supplementary material we also accept manuscripts communicating to a broader audience with regard to research projects financed with public funds

Microporous and Mesoporous Materials covers novel and significant aspects of porous solids classified as either microporous (pore size up to 2 nm) or mesoporous (pore size 2 to 50 nm). The porosity should have a specific impact on the material properties or application. Typical examples are zeolites and zeolite-like materials, pillared materials, clathrasils and clathrates, carbon molecular sieves, ordered mesoporous materials, organic/inorganic porous hybrid materials, or porous metal oxides. Both natural and synthetic porous materials are within the scope of the journal.Topics which are particularly of interest include:All aspects of natural microporous and mesoporous solidsThe synthesis of crystalline or amorphous porous materialsThe physico-chemical characterization of microporous and mesoporous solids, especially spectroscopic and microscopicThe modification of microporous and mesoporous solids, for example by ion exchange or solid-state reactionsAll topics related to diffusion of mobile species in the pores of microporous and mesoporous materialsAdsorption (and other separation techniques) using microporous or mesoporous adsorbentsCatalysis by microporous and mesoporous materialsHost/guest interactionsTheoretical chemistry and modelling of host/guest interactionsAll topics related to the application of microporous and mesoporous materials in industrial catalysis, separation technology, environmental protection, electrochemistry, membranes, sensors, optical devices, etc.The journal publishes original research papers, short communications, review articles and letters to the editor.

Microprocessors and Microsystems: Embedded Hardware Design (MICPRO) is a journal covering all design and architectural aspects related to embedded systems hardware. It includes different embedded system hardware platforms ranging from custom hardware via reconfigurable systems and application specific processors to general purpose embedded processors. Special emphasis is put on novel complex embedded architectures, such as systems on chip (SoC), systems on a programmable/reconfigurable chip (SoPC) and multi-processors on a chip (MPoC) as well as their communication methods, such as network-on-chip (NoC).Design automation of such systems including methodologies, techniques and tools for their design as well as novel designs of hardware components fall within the scope of this journal. Novel applications that use embedded systems are also central in this journal. While software is not a part of this journal hardware/software co-design methods that consider interplay between software and hardware components with emphasis on hardware are also relevant here.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