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Journal of Materials Science and Emerging Technologies

Journal of Materials Science and Emerging Technologies (JMSET) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of materials science through rigorous research and innovative design approaches. The journal publishes studies spanning fundamental science, computational modeling, and experimental investigations, with focus on polymers, nanomaterials, composites, green and sustainable materials, and energy materials. Special emphasis is placed on the relationship between microstructure, nanostructure, and material properties, including mechanical, chemical, electrical, magnetic, optical, and biomedical characteristics. JMSET highlights work that integrates material discovery, functionality, and practical applications, reflecting the research priorities of leading universities and research institutions worldwide.

Author Guidelines

Manuscript Preparation Guidelines

General Format

  • Manuscripts must be written in clear, concise English. Authors may use UK or US English consistently.
  • Submit in Microsoft Word (.docx) format.
  • Use 12-point Times New Roman, 1.5 line spacing, with 1-inch margins on all sides.
  • Number all pages consecutively.

Arrange the manuscript in the following order:

  1. Title Page
  2. Abstract & Keywords
  3. Introduction
  4. Materials and Methods
  5. Results
  6. Discussion
  7. Conclusion
  8. Acknowledgments (optional)
  9. Conflicts of Interest
  10. Funding Statement
  11. Data Availability Statement
  12. References
  13. Figures & Tables (with captions)

Title Page

  • The title page must include:
  • Full article title (concise, informative, without abbreviations)
  • Full names of all authors
  • Institutional affiliations (department, university/institute, city, country)
  • Corresponding author’s email
  • ORCID IDs (recommended)
  • Author contributions (CRediT taxonomy recommended)

Abstract

  • Structured or unstructured abstract of 150–250 words.
  • No references or undefined abbreviations.
  • Provide 4–6 keywords relevant to materials science and emerging technologies.
  • Use controlled vocabulary where appropriate (e.g., “nanocomposites,” “2D materials,” “solid-state batteries”).

Figures and Tables

  • Figures must be high-resolution (300 dpi or higher).
  • Use clear, descriptive captions.
  • Tables should be editable, not images.
  • All figures and tables must be cited in order within the text.

Ethical Policies

JMSET adheres to COPE guidelines on:

  • Authorship
  • Confirm originality and absence of plagiarism
  • Data integrity
  • A Data Availability Statement is mandatory
  • Animal and human research ethics
  • Ensure ethical approval for any biological or human-related experiments
  • Disclose financial or competing interests
  • Identify funding sources
  • Obtain permissions for reproduced material

Authors must state compliance in the manuscript.

Units, Symbols, and Nomenclature

  • Use SI units throughout.
  • Define symbols and abbreviations at first use.
  • Chemical names should follow IUPAC recommendations.

Reference & Citation Style (IEEE Style – JMSET Standard)

The Journal of Materials Science and Emerging Technologies (JMSET) uses the IEEE Style, consistent with leading materials science journals.

General Referencing Rules:

  • The journal strictly follows the IEEE numeric referencing style.
  • References must be cited in the order they appear in the text.
  • In-text citations must be indicated using square brackets, e.g., [1], [2], [3].
  • The reference list must appear at the end of the manuscript and be arranged in numerical order.
  • All authors must ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of references.
  • Journal titles and book titles must be italicized.
  • Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) should be included wherever available.

In-Text Citations

  • Single reference: [1]
    Example: Nanocomposites exhibit enhanced tensile properties [3].
  • Number sources in order of appearance.
  • Cite references after punctuation where necessary.
  • Multiple citations should appear as:
    • Sequential/Consecutive references: [2]–[5]
    • Non-sequential: [2], [7], [9]  
  • When referencing authors in text:
    Zhang et al. [8] reported significant improvements…

Reference List Format

  • List references numerically in the order cited in the manuscript.
  • Use abbreviated journal titles according to ISO4/NLM.
  • Provide DOI whenever available.
  • Author names: First initial (s). Last name. 
  • Use initials for all given names (first and middle) followed by the full last name
  • Separate multiple authors with commas, and use “and” before the last author.
  • Two authors: L. Chen and H. Y. Kim
  • Three or more authors: S. Ramalingam, R. K. Gupta, and P. Natarajan
  • IEEE recommends listing all authors, not using “et al.” in the reference list (only in-text can “et al.” be used for more than six authors if necessary).

IEEE Reference Examples (JMSET Standard)

A) Journal Article

  • A. Author, B. Author, and C. Author, “Title of article,” Title of Journal, vol. x, no. x, pp. xxx–xxx, Month Year.
  • Example: S. Ramalingam, R. K. Gupta, and P. Natarajan, “Mechanical and thermal behavior of graphene-reinforced epoxy nanocomposites,” Journal of Materials Science, vol. 58, no. 4, pp. 2451–2462, Feb. 2023.

B) Book

  • A. Author, Book Title, xth ed. City, Country: Publisher, Year.
  • Example: W. D. Callister and D. Rethwisch, Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, 10th ed. Hoboken, NJ, USA: Wiley, 2022.

C) Book Chapter

  • A. Author, Book Title, xth ed. City, Country: Publisher, Year.
  • Example: J. Li and Y. Zhang, “Nanostructured coatings for corrosion protection,” in Advanced Surface Engineering Materials, S. Roy, Ed. London, U.K.: Elsevier, 2023, ch. 7, pp. 185–214.

D) Conference Proceedings

  • A. Author, “Paper title,” in Proc. Conference Name, Location, Country, Year, pp. xxx–xxx.
  • Example: N. Reddy and J. Park, “Fabrication of graphene-based flexible sensors for biomedical monitoring,” in Proc. IEEE Int. Conf. Nanotechnology, Seoul, South Korea, 2023, pp. 115–120.

E) Thesis

  • Author(s), “Title of thesis,” Degree, Department, University, City, Country, Year. doi:xxxxx (if available).
  • Example: H. Y. Lee, “Design and optimization of perovskite solar cells,” Ph.D. dissertation, Dept. of Electrical Engineering, Seoul National University, Seoul, South Korea, 2021. doi:10.1234/snu.2021.98765.

F) Website / Online Resource Reference

  • Author(s) or Organization, “Title of page/document,” Website Name, Year. [Online]. Available: URL.
  • Example: National Institute of Standards and Technology, “NIST materials genome database,” NIST, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://materialsdata.nist.gov.

G) Technical Standards (ASTM / ISO / IEEE)

  • Organization, Title of Standard, Standard Number, Year. doi/URL (if available).
  • Example: ASTM E112-13, Standard Test Methods for Determining Average Grain Size, ASTM International, West Conshohocken, PA, USA, 2021.

H) Material Databases

  • Database name, “Title of database,” Year. [Online]. Available: URL
  • Example: National Institute of Standards and Technology, “NIST materials genome database,” 2024. [Online]. Available: https://materialsdata.nist.gov.

I) Standards (ASTM / ISO / IEEE)

  • Inventor(s). Title. Country patent number. Year.
  • Example: ASTM E112-13, Standard Test Methods for Determining Average Grain Size, ASTM International, West Conshohocken, PA, USA, 2021.

Submission Process

  • Manuscripts must be submitted through the JMSET Online Submission System.
  • Cover Letter: A cover letter must accompany the submission. It should briefly describe the significance of the research, its contribution to the field, and why it is suitable for publication in a SCIVOLVE journal. Authors must confirm that the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere.
  • All submissions undergo double-blind peer review.
  • Average initial decision time: 2–3 weeks.
  • Revised manuscripts must include a point-by-point response to reviewers.

Article Types Accepted

  • Original Research
  • Review Articles
  • Short Communications
  • Case Studies (Materials / Engineering Failure Analysis)
  • Technical Notes
  • Perspective Articles
  • Commentary Articles

Article Processing Charges (APC)

To support open-access publishing and sustainable editorial operations, the Journal of Materials Science and Emerging Technologies applies an Article Processing Charge (APC) of USD 1530 per accepted manuscript.

  • APC is payable only after acceptance.
  • No submission fees apply.
  • Waivers or discounts may be considered for authors from low-income regions.

Open Access and Licensing

SCIVOLVE operates under an open access model, ensuring that all published articles are freely accessible to the global research community. Authors retain copyright of their work and can choose from a range of Creative Commons licenses to determine how their work can be used by others.

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Authors who believe that their manuscript was unfairly rejected may submit an appeal to the editorial office. The appeal must be based on a substantive disagreement with the reviewers’ comments or the editorial decision. Appeals will be reviewed by a senior editor or an independent reviewer.

Complaints

Any complaints regarding the editorial process, peer review, or publication ethics should be directed to the SCIVOLVE editorial office. All complaints will be investigated promptly and transparently.

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