New submission system FAQ

Which journals should I use RSC Manuscript Central to submit an article or referee for?

Nanoscale, Analytical Methods, New Journal of Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Photochemical & Photobiological Sciences. 

What should I do if I have authored or reviewed for the RSC before?

If you have authored or reviewed in ReSourCe before, you may already be registered. If that is the case, continue to use your ReSourCe User ID and password. If you have a problem with your old password, have forgotten your login details or are unsure as to whether you have an existing account then type your email address into the Password Help field on the RSC Manuscript Central login page. If you have an account, you will receive a password by e-mail, you will then be able to login to your account immediately.

What should I do if I am a new author or referee?

If you're a new author or referee you will not have an account. If you do not have an account you can then use the "Register Here" link under "New User?" to register a new account - it will only take a few minutes to complete the details required you will then be able to access your account immediately.

I've tried to log on to Manuscript Central but am unable to access my account?

If you are unable to log in to the RSC Manuscript Central system, there are a couple of things you need to check: 

·          Did you type your password correctly? 

·          Have you already registered as a user? If you are new to Manuscript Central and have not used Resource you will need to sign up for a new account from the log in page. 

·          Have you forgotten your log in details? Retrieve your login details using the forgotten password field on the log in page. You will need to enter the email address that we have on record for you.

What should I do if I forget my password or would like to change it?

Please use the Forgotten Password link on the RSC Manuscript Central System log in screen. Upon entering your email address, a message containing your personal log in details will be sent to you. Your email address must match the one we have on our records. Please contact us by email if you have any difficulties.  

What are the system requirements for the RSC Manuscript Central system?

Please view the up to date system requirements listed on the RSC Manuscript Central system site, alongside the login page. 

What is your Policy on Data Protection?

The Royal Society of Chemistry will use the information you supply for the provision and administration of its activities, products and services. It will treat the information you supply in the strictest confidence. The RSC does not disclose personal details to other organisations or people. Users can choose whether or not they wish to receive information about the activities, products and services of the RSC. 

Do I need to be an RSC Member to use the RSC Manuscript Central system?

No. Signing up to the RSC Manuscript Central system to take advantage of author and referee services is not conditional upon being an RSC Member. Anyone may submit a paper to RSC Journals regardless of RSC membership status. Further details on becoming an RSC Member can be found through the Information for Members link in RSC Quicklinks

Which system do I use for Green Chemistry?

The Green Chemistry trial on Manuscript Central ran from 6th April to 30th June 2009. Papers submitted between these dates will continue to be managed on the trial system, including revised submissions. Any new submissions should be made through ReSourCe.