CrystEngComm

2.0 Article types

2.1 Full papers

Full Papers contain original scientific work that has not been published previously. However, work that has been published previously in a short form such as a CrystEngComm Communication is normally acceptable, provided that it represents a substantial amplification and extension of the original material. There are no restrictions on the length of a paper.

2.2 Highlights

CrystEngComm Highlights are normally published by invitation of the Editorial Board. However, suggestions from authors are welcome and enquiries regarding the submission of CrystEngComm Highlights should be directed to the Managing Editor.

Highlights should be long enough to allow the authors to make their principal points - but no longer. The more effectively these are made, and the more accessible the article, the better. The old adage that 'one picture is worth a thousand words' is particularly appropriate in an electronic medium.

2.3 Communications

Preliminary accounts of original and significant work of such importance or novelty that rapid publication is justified may be published in Communication form. Authors should provide in a covering letter a justification as to why they feel that publication of their work as a Communication is warranted. The recommended length is four PDF journal pages, however some flexibility is allowed. CrystEngComm Communications should not contain section headings.

Full Papers based upon Communications are welcome, provided that they represent a substantial amplification and extension of the original material.

2.4 Letters

A CrystEngComm Letter is a medium for the expression of scientific opinions and views normally concerning material published in CrystEngComm or other RSC journals. It is intended that contributions in this format should be published rapidly. CrystEngComm Letters are for scientific discussion, and are not intended to compete with media for the publication of more general matters such as Chemistry World, or for revision/updating authors' own work. Letters should rarely exceed one PDF journal page in length (about 3 pages of typescript) and should contain no more than 5 references. Where a Letter is polemical in nature, and if it is accepted, a Reply will be solicited from other parties implicated, for consideration for publication alongside the original Letter.