Scientific PapersScientific Papers

Chemical Literature

Prepared by Dr. Q. WangPrepared by Dr. Q. Wang

I. IntroductionI. Introduction

The chemistry community,The chemistry community,Same as other scientific communitiesSame as other scientific communities

Communication of scientific resultsCommunication of scientific results

Publications in Publications in booksbooks

and and journalsjournalsSlides and posters inSlides and posters inConferences & seminarsConferences & seminars&& other manners other manners

Depending onDepending on

II. Types of booksII. Types of books

BooksBooksIn scientific communityIn scientific community

Proceedings volumesProceedings volumes

MonographsMonographs

HandbooksHandbooks

Proceedings volumesProceedings volumes Based on meetings.

Including original research or literature reviews. Containing at least one chapter to overview the book. Longer book can be divided into sections and short overview in each section.

multi-authored.

II. Types of booksII. Types of books

BooksBooksIn scientific communityIn scientific community

Proceedings volumesProceedings volumes

MonographsMonographs

HandbooksHandbooks

MonographsMonographs

Examine a single topic in detail. By one or more authors . Each chapter treats one subdivision of the broader topic.

II. Types of booksII. Types of books

BooksBooksIn scientific communityIn scientific community

Proceedings volumesProceedings volumes

MonographsMonographs

HandbooksHandbooks

HandbooksHandbooks

Large, multi-authored volumes. Discuss a field in depth. Each submission is short (3-4 pages) by 1-2 authors, providing detailed discussion in a narrow topic.

III. Journal presentationsIII. Journal presentations

Journal Journal presentationspresentations

ArticlesArticles

NotesNotes

CommunicationsCommunications

ReviewsReviews

III. Journal presentationsIII. Journal presentationsJournal Journal presentationspresentations

ArticlesArticles

NotesNotes

CommunicationsCommunications

ReviewsReviews

ArticlesArticles Also called full papers.

Are significant, original studies.

Presenting important new data, or providing new approach to an established subject.

Length depending on volume of new information and the space restriction of journal.

III. Journal presentationsIII. Journal presentationsJournal Journal presentationspresentations

ArticlesArticles

NotesNotes

CommunicationsCommunications

ReviewsReviews

NotesNotes Concise presentations. Original research in a limit scape. Definitive and can’t be published again later.May be (1) improved procedure of interest, (2) novel observations or compounds of interest,

and (3) development of technique.

III. Journal presentationsIII. Journal presentationsJournal Journal presentationspresentations

ArticlesArticles

NotesNotes

CommunicationsCommunications

ReviewsReviewsCommunicationsCommunications

Also called lettersletters or correspondence. Are preliminary reports of special significance and urgency for expedited publication. With strict length limitation. Special results supporting conclusions only. No nonessential experimental details. Are expected to publish complete details (not necessary in the same journal) later.

III. Journal presentationsIII. Journal presentationsJournal Journal presentationspresentations

ArticlesArticles

NotesNotes

CommunicationsCommunications

ReviewsReviewsReviewsReviews

Integrate, correlate, and evaluate results from published literature on a particular subject.

Normally not giving experimental details, except for reviews on a technique of interest.

Accuracy and completeness of references cited are essential.

IV. Standard format for reporting IV. Standard format for reporting original researchoriginal research

Main text of Main text of scientific papers scientific papers representing representing original researchoriginal research

abstractabstract

introductionintroduction

Experimental details Experimental details oror theoretical basistheoretical basis

resultsresults

discussiondiscussion

conclusionconclusionManuscripts for monographs, handbooks, reviews, or theoretical papers generally do not follow this format.

ACS styleACS style

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TitleTitle Well reflecting content and emphasis accurately and clearly.

2-3 words are too vague. >15 words are too long.

Choose terms that are as specific as the text permits. Spell out all terms in title, avoiding jargon, symbols, formulas, abbreviations.

If possible, not using series title.

IV. Standard format for reporting IV. Standard format for reporting original researchoriginal research

Byline and AffiliationByline and Affiliation

Using full given names of authors instead of only initials. Whenever byline is used, be consistent. Never including professional, religious, official titles, and academic degree information.

Affiliation is the institution where the work was done. (If moved, giving current address in a foot note.)

If more than one authors, use asterisk or superscriptsuperscript to indicate corresponding author(s).

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AbstractAbstract

Briefly state the problem or the purpose of research. Indicate the theoretical or experimental plan used. Summarize the principal findings.

Point out major conclusions.

Must be concise, self-contained, and complete enough. (80-200 words; normally 1 paragraph)

Not citing any references, tables, figures, or sections.

Not using abbreviations and acronyms only when necessary.

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IntroductionIntroduction

A good introduction is a clear statement of the problem or project and the reason for studying it.

State how your work differs from or is related to work previously published. Demonstrate the continuity from the previous work to yours. 1-2 paragraphs. Some times, more paragraphs.

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Experimental Details or Theoretical BasisExperimental Details or Theoretical Basis

Also called “Experimental MethodsExperimental Methods”, “Experimental Experimental SectionSection”, or “Materials and MethodsMaterials and Methods”. Giving sufficient detail on materials and methods so that others can repeat. Identify materials used and give purity. Describe apparatus if it is not standard or commercially available. Avoid using trademark and brand name. Describe procedure used. Note/emphasize any hazard.

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ResultsResults

Summarize data collected and their statistic treatment.

Include only relevantrelevant data, but give sufficient detail to justify the conclusions.

IV. Standard format for reporting IV. Standard format for reporting original researchoriginal research

DiscussionDiscussion

Interpret and compare results. Point out the features and limitations of the work. Relate your results to current knowledge in the field.

Sometimes, Results and Discussion Sometimes, Results and Discussion are combined as one section.are combined as one section.

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ConclusionsConclusions

Put the findings into the context of the original problem.

Always based on the evidence presented.

Don’t include discussion poins and irrelevant materials.

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SummarySummary

Normally not needed. In a long paper, a summary of main points can be helpful. Has to be short.

AcknowledgmentsAcknowledgments

Acknowledge people, organizations, and financing.

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ReferencesReferences

Are put at the end of article/chapter, or treated as footnotes.

Different journals may require different formats of reference list.

The accuracy of references could be a big problem. Always need to check the original reference.

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Supporting informationSupporting information

Are essential materials to specialized readers, but not elaborated in the paper.

More journals are encouraging this type of publishing to keep printed shorter.

Supporting information is usually on the journal’s web page.

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Web-Enhanced ObjectsWeb-Enhanced Objects

May include color figures, chemical structures, animations, spectra, video, and sound files.

Homework Homework (Due at 11:59PM on Sep 24, 2015)(Due at 11:59PM on Sep 24, 2015)

1. Go to library to find out at least one chemistry book in each category of proceedings volumes, monograph, and handbook.

Proceedings volumesBook title:Reasons to confirm it is a proceedings volume:Library calling number:Photo of the face of the book:

MonographBook title:Reasons to confirm it is a monograph:Library calling number:Photo of the face of the book:

HandbookBook title:Reasons to confirm it is a monograph:Library calling number:Photo of the face of the book:

HomeworkHomework2. Go to library to check papers in Chemistry and find at least three different formats for reference list.

Format 1Journal:Paper title:Volume and page:An example reference list (exact the same as in the journal):

Format 2Journal:Paper title:Volume and page:An example reference list (exact the same as in the journal):

Format 3Journal:Paper title:Volume and page:An example reference list (exact the same as in the journal):

HomeworkHomework3. Go to chemical journal website and find at least two kinds of web- enhanced objects.

Type of web-enhanced object:Journal:Associated paper title:Volume and page:Web link:

Type of web-enhanced object:Journal:Associated paper title:Volume and page:Web link:

HomeworkHomework4. Go to chemical journal website and find at one supporting information.

Journal:Associated paper title:Volume and page:Supporting information web link: