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Aims and Scope

Synthesis and Reactivity in Inorganic, Metal-Organic, and Nano-Metal Chemistry is devoted to the rapid dissemination of original research papers of relevance to inorganic and metal-organic chemists and nano-scientists engaged in synthesis and characterization of Inorganic, Main Group, Metal-Organic and Nano-Particulate Constructs. This journal publishes syntheses and reactivity of new compounds, new classes of nanoparticles, new methods for preparation of known compounds and nanoparticles, and new experimental techniques and procedures. The journal is a publication aimed at the rapid dissemination of original research papers of particular importance to inorganic and metal-organic chemists and nanotechnology professionals. Original research articles that warrant speedy publication because of the unique scientific features and unprecedented scientific value will be given high priority in the peer reviewing process and published as a "High Priority Publication."

Although the primary emphasis will be placed on original research contributions, preliminary communications containing full experimental details as well as brief reviews of general reactions or techniques presented from a critical point of view will be considered. From time to time, this journal will also publish review articles and thematic issues encompassing the areas of Inorganic, Metal-Organic, Nano-Compatible and Nano-Metal Chemistry. Active and recognized researchers will be invited to contribute to review articles. Manuscripts in English only will be accepted for publication.

Preparing Manuscripts

Main words in the title should be captialized, but not underlined. Only the first letters should be capitalized of the authors' names and affilitiations. Corresponding authors should be designated with an asterisk. Always use “and” instead of “&” throughout the paper. The only exception is when the “&” is part of a company name. Subdivide texts into following parts: Abstract, Introduction, Results and Discussion, Experimental, References, Acknowledgement.

Throughout the paper, use chemical abstract names for the compounds prepared. References should be in parentheses. Give the justification for the work in the introduction, and define acronyms of ligands and their structure names in figures. Results and Discussion: First discuss the preparation of the compounds described in the manuscript. Give presentative equations for the corresponding synthesis reactions. Use subheadings for discussions of IR, NMR, UV, etcetera. Do not use spaces between element and oxidation state. Cite in text all figures and tables and number in ascending order in the order of appearance. Experimental: Give amounts of all reactants in g and mmols and amounts of all solvents in mL. Give details of product isolation and purification. Give yields in g and %.

The crystal structure data for organic and metal-organic compounds should be submitted to Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre (CCDC) (http://www.ccdc.cam.ac.uk/) and inorganic crystal data should be submitted to Inorganic Crystal Structure Database (ICSD) (http://www.fiz-informationsdienste.de/en/DB/icsd/). The crystal data deposition number must be included in the manuscript. Crystallographic information files should not be submitted as supporting information.

Submission of Manuscripts

Three copies of each manuscript should be submitted to Dr. Kattesh V. Katti, Executive Editor, Synthesis and Reactivity in Inorganic, Metal-Organic, and Nano-Metal Chemistry, University of Missouri-Columbia, Radiopharmaceutical Sciences Institute, Rm 103 Alton Bldg Labs, 301 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO, 65212, USA. Tel (573) 882-5656.

A hardcopy printout that exactly matches the disk must be supplied. The disk should be prepared using MS Word and should be clearly labeled with the authors' names and file name. Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that it has not been published elsewhere and that it has not been submitted simultaneously for publication elsewhere. Authors are responsible for obtaining permission to reproduce copyrighted material from other sources and are required to sign an agreement for the transfer of copyright to the publisher. All accepted manuscripts, artwork, and photographs become the property of the publisher.

All parts of the manuscript should be typewritten, double-spaced, with margins of at least one inch on all sides. Number manuscript pages consecutively throughout the paper. Authors should also supply a shortened version of the title suitable for the running head, not exceeding 50 character spaces. Each article should be summarized in an abstract of not more than 100 words. Avoid abbreviations, diagrams, and reference to the text. Manuscripts, including figures, tables, and references, must conform to the specifications described in the American Chemical Society (ACS) Style Guide.

Illustrations

Illustrations submitted (line drawings, halftones, photos, photomicrographs, etc.) should be clean originals or digital files. Digital files are recommended for highest quality reproduction and should follow these guidelines:

• 300 dpi or higher
• sized to fit on journal page
• EPS, TIFF, or PSD format only
• submitted as separate files, not embedded in text files

Color illustrations will be considered for publication; however, the author will be required to bear the full cost involved in their printing and publication. The charge for the first page with color is $900.00. The next three pages with color are $450.00 each. A custom quote will be provided for color art totaling more than 4 journal pages. Good-quality color prints or files should be provided in their final size. The publisher has the right to refuse publication of color prints deemed unacceptable.

Tables and Figures

Tables and figures should not be embedded in the text, but should be included as separate sheets or files. A short descriptive title should appear above each table with a clear legend and any footnotes suitably identified below. All units must be included. Figures should be completely labeled, taking into account necessary size reduction. Captions should be typed, double-spaced, on a separate sheet. All original figures should be clearly marked in pencil on the reverse side with the number, author's name, and top edge indicated.

Reprints

The corresponding author of each paper will receive a complimentary PDF of the paper. Reprints of the paper may be purchased from the publisher. An offprint order form is supplied at the proofs stage. If you wish to order offprints, complete the form and return it to the publisher by the date specified.