A new release of the RSC author and referee portal, ReSourCe, has just been launched complete with a new look and increased functionality.

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'User-friendly' and 'intuitive' are just two words that have already been used by authors and referees describing the improved service. Most notable changes to the functionality include the option of saving submissions at key stages during the process (a much-welcomed option for researchers wishing to submit manuscripts, whilst juggling a hectic research schedule!), and online help facilities. Checklists and support notes are now available throughout the submission and refereeing processes, assisting and guiding authors and referees every step of the way.  

These new features are complemented by a fresh new look, designed to ease navigation and orientation within the site. User profiles are more visible, presenting individuals with an improved overview of their account details. 

The new developments to ReSourCe were the result of continued communication between RSC staff and the authors and referees that have used the service since its launch in October 2004 and feedback obtained from authors and referees during a survey in September 2005. 'We were overwhelmed with the response from authors and referees who contributed such constructive feedback as part of our survey last year' comments Sula Armstrong, Electronic Products Manager at the RSC, 'We have taken this on board and are delighted to present this new and improved service to RSC authors and referees. Tens of thousands of papers have been submitted or collected from the portal since its launch, proving how popular the service already is. This improved service will no doubt add to this success.' 

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