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Please note that the Call for Papers deadline for the Special Issue of the International Journal of Water (IJW) on: “Wetland Systems to Control Runoff” previously announced in October, has been extended to 1 March 2007, or as soon as sufficient final 'high quality' papers have been received.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
13 January 2007
Call for papers: ICTs, Technological Change and Development in the Developing World
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Call for papers: ICTs, Technological Change and Development in the Developing World
A special issue of the World Review of Science, Technology and Sustainable Development (WRSTSD)
Important Dates:
Submissions should be sent no later than : 1 April 2007
This issue focuses on technological change and development, with a special emphasis on developing states. Many developing countries embrace the notion that harnessing technology can help propel weak economies unto the growth path. The research presented here addresses the enabling factors and naturally the impediments or hindrances to growth in the current techno-economic context. Indeed information communications technologies (ICTs) offer some real economic opportunities for struggling economies; however, there are some important prerequisites that ought to be satisfied before these can be realised.
The papers will offer a multi-disciplinary analysis of growth and development in the emerging information economy, or new economy. They will identify the changes that have been wrought by ICTs and the implications for growth and development. The objective is to offer a way forward in view of the many changes taking place in the global political economy.
Coverage of this special issue of WRESTSD includes, but is not limited to, the following subjects:
* Third World development in the new techno economic paradigm
* Technology and development
* ICTs and sectoral development (agriculture, tourism, education, health, manufacturing, culture etc)
* E-government, e-commerce, e-banking, e-education, etc.
* Digital libraries: a new vista for library services
* ICTs and gender
* ICTs and diplomacy
* Telecommunications in the new era (de-regulation, liberalisation of the telecommunications sector etc)
* The new economy/the knowledge economy/the information economy
* Research and development, technological innovation
* Mobile telephony: what impact on development
* The digital divide
* Global technology governance
* The internet and development
* The legal and regulatory framework for ICTs and development
* Emerging economic opportunities in the new economy
* ICTs and sustainable development
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: ICTs, Technological Change and Development in the Developing World
A special issue of the World Review of Science, Technology and Sustainable Development (WRSTSD)
Important Dates:
Submissions should be sent no later than : 1 April 2007
This issue focuses on technological change and development, with a special emphasis on developing states. Many developing countries embrace the notion that harnessing technology can help propel weak economies unto the growth path. The research presented here addresses the enabling factors and naturally the impediments or hindrances to growth in the current techno-economic context. Indeed information communications technologies (ICTs) offer some real economic opportunities for struggling economies; however, there are some important prerequisites that ought to be satisfied before these can be realised.
The papers will offer a multi-disciplinary analysis of growth and development in the emerging information economy, or new economy. They will identify the changes that have been wrought by ICTs and the implications for growth and development. The objective is to offer a way forward in view of the many changes taking place in the global political economy.
Coverage of this special issue of WRESTSD includes, but is not limited to, the following subjects:
* Third World development in the new techno economic paradigm
* Technology and development
* ICTs and sectoral development (agriculture, tourism, education, health, manufacturing, culture etc)
* E-government, e-commerce, e-banking, e-education, etc.
* Digital libraries: a new vista for library services
* ICTs and gender
* ICTs and diplomacy
* Telecommunications in the new era (de-regulation, liberalisation of the telecommunications sector etc)
* The new economy/the knowledge economy/the information economy
* Research and development, technological innovation
* Mobile telephony: what impact on development
* The digital divide
* Global technology governance
* The internet and development
* The legal and regulatory framework for ICTs and development
* Emerging economic opportunities in the new economy
* ICTs and sustainable development
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Mahalanobis-Taguchi System Analysis
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Call for papers: Mahalanobis-Taguchi System Analysis
A special issue of the International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering (IJISE)
With rapid advances in technology, use of automated data collection methods is on a steep rise. Situations that call for decision-making with voluminous datasets involving several variables are being encountered in an ever-increasing number of fields. Mahalanobis-Taguchi System (MTS) analysis provides an effective decision-making methodology in such situations. It is being successfully used by engineers in companies such as Nissan, Ford, Delphi, Xerox, and Yamaha, to name but a few.
This special issue invites submission of papers that could be state-of-the-art, new contributions, technical notes, review papers, or case studies in the area of Mahalanobis-Taguchi System analysis.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Mahalanobis-Taguchi System Analysis
A special issue of the International Journal of Industrial and Systems Engineering (IJISE)
With rapid advances in technology, use of automated data collection methods is on a steep rise. Situations that call for decision-making with voluminous datasets involving several variables are being encountered in an ever-increasing number of fields. Mahalanobis-Taguchi System (MTS) analysis provides an effective decision-making methodology in such situations. It is being successfully used by engineers in companies such as Nissan, Ford, Delphi, Xerox, and Yamaha, to name but a few.
This special issue invites submission of papers that could be state-of-the-art, new contributions, technical notes, review papers, or case studies in the area of Mahalanobis-Taguchi System analysis.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Marketing Transformation to the New e-Business Environment: Emerging Trends, Approaches and Challenges
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Call for papers: Marketing Transformation to the New e-Business Environment: Emerging Trends, Approaches and Challenges
A special issue of the International Journal of Business Environment (IJBE)
Important Dates:
Full paper submission: no later than 31 July 2007
Notification of acceptance: no later than 30 October 2007
Final version of paper due: 30 November 2007
Nowadays, there is no doubt regarding the transcendental role that information technologies (IT) have increasingly played in the regeneration of economic and social processes over the last decades. The overall influence of this factor is so evident and widespread that there have been multiple scientific disciplines which have shown interest in it. This fact can be clearly seen in the huge number of academic contributions which have tackled its study either from their particular research framework or from an (even more interesting) interdisciplinary approach.
Specifically, the continuous IT advances, from their more primitive to their more recent forms, have allowed an increasing regeneration of firms’ business processes, in order to take advantage of the new possibilities offered by IT advances. It seems evident that the application of such advances has contributed to transform the way firms communicate and do business with the diversity of economic agents of their systems of references and, in general, the overall manner of managing and driving the elements of their business environment.
In particular, one of the firms’ functions whose evolution and regeneration with regard to this question has attracted the attention of academics and practitioners is that of marketing. Indeed, especially after the introduction and wide diffusion of the Internet in the nineties, the behaviour of consumers and, in general, of economic agents has experienced a change which deserves to be analysed. In this regard, several academics and international marketing institutions have highlighted the need for researching this theme, in order to generate specific knowledge and a theoretic framework which help firms to adequately respond to this new e-business environment.
This special issue encourages the submission of high-quality theoretic and empirical papers which analyse this "hot topic", either from a general or from a specific perspective.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Marketing Transformation to the New e-Business Environment: Emerging Trends, Approaches and Challenges
A special issue of the International Journal of Business Environment (IJBE)
Important Dates:
Full paper submission: no later than 31 July 2007
Notification of acceptance: no later than 30 October 2007
Final version of paper due: 30 November 2007
Nowadays, there is no doubt regarding the transcendental role that information technologies (IT) have increasingly played in the regeneration of economic and social processes over the last decades. The overall influence of this factor is so evident and widespread that there have been multiple scientific disciplines which have shown interest in it. This fact can be clearly seen in the huge number of academic contributions which have tackled its study either from their particular research framework or from an (even more interesting) interdisciplinary approach.
Specifically, the continuous IT advances, from their more primitive to their more recent forms, have allowed an increasing regeneration of firms’ business processes, in order to take advantage of the new possibilities offered by IT advances. It seems evident that the application of such advances has contributed to transform the way firms communicate and do business with the diversity of economic agents of their systems of references and, in general, the overall manner of managing and driving the elements of their business environment.
In particular, one of the firms’ functions whose evolution and regeneration with regard to this question has attracted the attention of academics and practitioners is that of marketing. Indeed, especially after the introduction and wide diffusion of the Internet in the nineties, the behaviour of consumers and, in general, of economic agents has experienced a change which deserves to be analysed. In this regard, several academics and international marketing institutions have highlighted the need for researching this theme, in order to generate specific knowledge and a theoretic framework which help firms to adequately respond to this new e-business environment.
This special issue encourages the submission of high-quality theoretic and empirical papers which analyse this "hot topic", either from a general or from a specific perspective.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Characterisation, Measurement and Analysis of Nanoparticles
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Call for papers: Characterisation, Measurement and Analysis of Nanoparticles
A special issue of the International Journal of Nanoparticles (IJNP)
Important Dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts : 28 March 2007
Communication of peer reviews to authors : 30 April 2007
Deadline for revised manuscripts : 30 June 2007
Nanoparticles have had a large impact on drug delivery systems, structural materials, data storage systems, biochemical and biomedical diagnostics, adhesives, pigments, optical communication and catalytic developments in recent years. With the advent of the many new techniques to fabricate nanostructures and the associated potential applications, a review of current and potential future techniques by which nanoparticles are characterised is required.
For the purpose of this issue, nanoparticles are defined as particles which have at least one dimension less that 100 nm. On this scale, characterisation is essential and particularly challenging. This special inaugural issue is aimed at the recent developments in the field of nanostructure characterisation techniques.
Nanoparticle characterisation techniques that are relevant to this issue include but are not limited to electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy (AFM), dynamic light scattering (DLS), single photon emission tomography (SPECT), magnetic resonance (MR) imaging and spectroscopy, surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), X-ray diffractometry, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).
The subject coverage of this special issue includes, but is not limited to, topics that address:
* Research that spans several fields is particularly welcome
* Particle size measurement
* Nanoparticle surface area
* Density of nanoparticles
* Nanoparticle tracking analysis
* Analysis with optical tweezers
* Zeta potential measurement
* High resolution electron microscopy (HREM) image processing
* Particle mass measurement
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Characterisation, Measurement and Analysis of Nanoparticles
A special issue of the International Journal of Nanoparticles (IJNP)
Important Dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts : 28 March 2007
Communication of peer reviews to authors : 30 April 2007
Deadline for revised manuscripts : 30 June 2007
Nanoparticles have had a large impact on drug delivery systems, structural materials, data storage systems, biochemical and biomedical diagnostics, adhesives, pigments, optical communication and catalytic developments in recent years. With the advent of the many new techniques to fabricate nanostructures and the associated potential applications, a review of current and potential future techniques by which nanoparticles are characterised is required.
For the purpose of this issue, nanoparticles are defined as particles which have at least one dimension less that 100 nm. On this scale, characterisation is essential and particularly challenging. This special inaugural issue is aimed at the recent developments in the field of nanostructure characterisation techniques.
Nanoparticle characterisation techniques that are relevant to this issue include but are not limited to electron microscopy, atomic force microscopy (AFM), dynamic light scattering (DLS), single photon emission tomography (SPECT), magnetic resonance (MR) imaging and spectroscopy, surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS), X-ray diffractometry, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR).
The subject coverage of this special issue includes, but is not limited to, topics that address:
* Research that spans several fields is particularly welcome
* Particle size measurement
* Nanoparticle surface area
* Density of nanoparticles
* Nanoparticle tracking analysis
* Analysis with optical tweezers
* Zeta potential measurement
* High resolution electron microscopy (HREM) image processing
* Particle mass measurement
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
11 January 2007
Special issue: The effects of low doses of ionising radiation on human health
International Journal of Low Radiation 3(2/3) 2006 is a special issue: The effects of low doses of ionising radiation on human health: papers from the 4th LOWRAD International Conference, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, 25–28 June 2005.
Topics include radiation-induced bystander effect; science or political correctness in regulatory low dose limits; doses to a population from nuclear medicine procedures; natural background radiation areas in Iran; dose assessment for 226Ra and 228Ra from foodstuffs; determination of uranium concentration in soil; thoron exposure among tour guides in Brazilian show caves; Polonium-210 in cigarette tobacco.
Topics include radiation-induced bystander effect; science or political correctness in regulatory low dose limits; doses to a population from nuclear medicine procedures; natural background radiation areas in Iran; dose assessment for 226Ra and 228Ra from foodstuffs; determination of uranium concentration in soil; thoron exposure among tour guides in Brazilian show caves; Polonium-210 in cigarette tobacco.
Special issue: Data mining applications
International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology 27(4) 2006 is a special issue: Data mining applications. Topics include: intrusion detection systems; mining biological literature; California vital statistical data; web-page recommendation; soccer goal detection.
Newly announced journal: International Journal of Business and Globalisation
International Journal of Business and Globalisation - to begin publication in 2008 - will foster discussion on various aspects of business and globalisation, including such topics as the physical environment, poverty, ethics, tourism, SMEs, indigenous enterprises, human mobility, emerging economies and competition.
9 January 2007
Photos from the Information Professionals' Christmas Party 2006
As previously announced, Inderscience Publishers was delighted to be the Gold sponsor of the Information Professionals' Christmas Party 2006, held on 27th November in the Science Museum, London.
Some photos of this successful event are reproduced below.
All attendees should have received a voucher (shown below), giving a complimentary subscription to any one of Inderscience's new journals, along with their invitations. If anyone did not receive one, please contact Jim Corlett at informationmanager@inderscience.com
The winner of the overall prize, donated by Inderscience, of an iPod nano plus a year's subscription to all 100 new journal titles was won by a member of the Lexis-Nexis team. The subscriptions will be donated by Lexi-Nexis to an academic or government library of their choice in the USA.
Some photos of this successful event are reproduced below.
All attendees should have received a voucher (shown below), giving a complimentary subscription to any one of Inderscience's new journals, along with their invitations. If anyone did not receive one, please contact Jim Corlett at informationmanager@inderscience.com
The winner of the overall prize, donated by Inderscience, of an iPod nano plus a year's subscription to all 100 new journal titles was won by a member of the Lexis-Nexis team. The subscriptions will be donated by Lexi-Nexis to an academic or government library of their choice in the USA.
8 January 2007
New Journal: International Journal of Human Factors Modelling and Simulation (IJHFMS)
Inderscience is delighted to announce the publication of the following new title:
International Journal of Human Factors Modelling and Simulation (IJHFMS)
http://www.inderscience.com/ijhfms
The field of human factors focuses on the human, the interaction of humans and machines, and humans and computers, whether people serve as operators, maintainers, or users in the system.
The field inherently advocates systematic use of such knowledge to achieve compatibility in the design of interactive systems of people, machines, and environments to ensure their effectiveness, safety, and ease of performance.
IJHFMS focuses on the development and use of computer simulations and computational algorithms to advance knowledge and understanding of the field.
Readership:
IJHFMS is an archival record of original technical publications. The intent is to provide state of the art knowledge to professionals in human factors, ergonomics, animation, modelling and simulation of humans and human factors, academics, researchers, policy makers, and designers.
ISSN (Online): 1742-5557
ISSN (Print): 1742-5549
Editor in Chief:
Dr. Karim A. Malek
Department of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
The University of Iowa
Iowa City IA 52242
USA
amalek@engineering.uiowa.edu
Content available by subscription.
Abstracts available online. Articles available in HTML and PDF format.
Current Issue: Volume 1 No 1 2006
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International Journal of Human Factors Modelling and Simulation (IJHFMS)
http://www.inderscience.com/ijhfms
The field of human factors focuses on the human, the interaction of humans and machines, and humans and computers, whether people serve as operators, maintainers, or users in the system.
The field inherently advocates systematic use of such knowledge to achieve compatibility in the design of interactive systems of people, machines, and environments to ensure their effectiveness, safety, and ease of performance.
IJHFMS focuses on the development and use of computer simulations and computational algorithms to advance knowledge and understanding of the field.
Readership:
IJHFMS is an archival record of original technical publications. The intent is to provide state of the art knowledge to professionals in human factors, ergonomics, animation, modelling and simulation of humans and human factors, academics, researchers, policy makers, and designers.
ISSN (Online): 1742-5557
ISSN (Print): 1742-5549
Editor in Chief:
Dr. Karim A. Malek
Department of Biomedical Engineering, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
The University of Iowa
Iowa City IA 52242
USA
amalek@engineering.uiowa.edu
Content available by subscription.
Abstracts available online. Articles available in HTML and PDF format.
Current Issue: Volume 1 No 1 2006
For additional information and a sample copy, contact:
Mr. Jim Corlett
Inderscience Enterprises
Email: support@inderscience.com
Phone: +44 (0)1158545982
Special issue: Ethical issues in risk assessment and management
International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management 7(3) 2007 is a special issue: Ethical issues in risk assessment and management. Topics include the idea that assessment rather than technology can be risky; risk management in software and information systems development; the USA xenotransplantation debate; over-reliance on protection technology in aircraft; the epistemology of fault tree analysis; biotechnology ethics; agricultural risk governance.
Special issue: The role of technologies in integrated supply chain operations
International Journal of Integrated Supply Management 3(2) 2007 is a special issue: The role of technologies in integrated supply chain operations. Topics include a review of the literature on supply chain management technologies; a survey of past, present and future business applications of RFID and studies of applications of RFID in the pharmaceutical industry and in logistics.
7 January 2007
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6 January 2007
Call for papers: An Interface between Strategic Management and Knowledge Management
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Call for papers: An Interface between Strategic Management and Knowledge Management
A special issue of the International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies (IJKMS)
Important Dates
Due Date : 15 July 2007
For the last decade, we have seen a significant contribution of knowledge management to managerial thinking. In theories, knowledge management has contributed not only to fundamental approaches to companies (e.g., knowledge-based view of the firms), but also to other areas such as management of multinational corporations (MNCs) or supply chain management. In practice, knowledge management-related tools have also been used by many companies for their knowledge productivity increases.
However, strategic aspects of knowledge management practices have not been fully investigated or reported. Thus, papers are sought for a special issue, dealing with theoretical development, empirical research and/or case studies.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: An Interface between Strategic Management and Knowledge Management
A special issue of the International Journal of Knowledge Management Studies (IJKMS)
Important Dates
Due Date : 15 July 2007
For the last decade, we have seen a significant contribution of knowledge management to managerial thinking. In theories, knowledge management has contributed not only to fundamental approaches to companies (e.g., knowledge-based view of the firms), but also to other areas such as management of multinational corporations (MNCs) or supply chain management. In practice, knowledge management-related tools have also been used by many companies for their knowledge productivity increases.
However, strategic aspects of knowledge management practices have not been fully investigated or reported. Thus, papers are sought for a special issue, dealing with theoretical development, empirical research and/or case studies.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Computer Applications in Research and Development of Complex Mechanical Systems
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Call for papers: Computer Applications in Research and Development of Complex Mechanical Systems
A special issue of the International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology (IJCAT)
Important Dates
Paper proposal, including title and less than 200-word abstract : 20 March 2007
Submission of full paper before : 20 July 2007
Review feedback and notification of acceptance/rejection before : 20 September 2007
Submission of final and revised manuscripts : 20 November 2007
With the development of science and technology, the demands on the performance of mechanical products are higher and the machines are more complex than ever. The computer plays an important role in the research and development of these complex mechanical systems. Modelling, analysis, design, simulation and control are all related to computer applications. At present, the computer has been widely used in all kinds of fields, from machinery, vehicles, aviation, astronautics, and the military to textiles, medical devices, etc.
This special issue is devoted to collecting and rapidly disseminating research results in computer applications in research and development of complex mechanical systems, and provides researchers and practitioners with a forum for exchanging new ideas, discussing new applications, and presenting new solutions.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Computer Applications in Research and Development of Complex Mechanical Systems
A special issue of the International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology (IJCAT)
Important Dates
Paper proposal, including title and less than 200-word abstract : 20 March 2007
Submission of full paper before : 20 July 2007
Review feedback and notification of acceptance/rejection before : 20 September 2007
Submission of final and revised manuscripts : 20 November 2007
With the development of science and technology, the demands on the performance of mechanical products are higher and the machines are more complex than ever. The computer plays an important role in the research and development of these complex mechanical systems. Modelling, analysis, design, simulation and control are all related to computer applications. At present, the computer has been widely used in all kinds of fields, from machinery, vehicles, aviation, astronautics, and the military to textiles, medical devices, etc.
This special issue is devoted to collecting and rapidly disseminating research results in computer applications in research and development of complex mechanical systems, and provides researchers and practitioners with a forum for exchanging new ideas, discussing new applications, and presenting new solutions.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Micromachining Systems and Tailored Surfaces
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Call for papers: Micromachining Systems and Tailored Surfaces
A special issue of the International Journal of Surface Science and Engineering (IJSurfSE)
Important Dates
Submission: 30 June 2007
Decision: 31 August 2007
Revised manuscripts: 30 September 2007
The role of finishing and micromachining processes as techniques for removal of burrs, developing edge contour, and smoothing and polishing parts has been well established and documented for many years. These processes have been used in a wide variety of part applications to promote safer part handling (by attenuation of sharp part edges), improve the fit and function of parts when assembled, and produce smooth, even microfinished surfaces to meet either functional or aesthetic criteria or specifications.
In contrast, only in the last years, processes for developing specific edge, special surface texture patterns and/or tailored surface conditions on components are widely spreading in industries as diverse as the jewellery, dental, and medical implant industries on up through the automotive and aerospace industries. Accordingly, less well known and less clearly understood is the role that specialised variants of micromachining and finishing technologies can engage in extending the service life and in specialising the performance of critical support components or tools in highly demanding manufacturing or operational applications. Besides, many doubts and uncertainties still affect the understanding of basic concepts as well as of most of the leading processes mechanisms.
This is thus the context in which scientists have always been moving to improve standard micromachining techniques and define new methods to tailor parts surface conditions so as to enhance their performance. An emergent journal as IJSurfSE would not be complete without a depiction of the present status of micromachining technologies and their applications. So, the purpose of this special issue is to present a collection of examples illustrating the more recent and unprecedented developments of surface micromachining technologies and their applications to surface science research. To serve as a useful forum to discuss the capabilities and limitations of the techniques, the scope of this special issue is to be as broad as possible, covering all relevant aspects of micromachining as well as of the definition of tailored and functionalised surfaces.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Micromachining Systems and Tailored Surfaces
A special issue of the International Journal of Surface Science and Engineering (IJSurfSE)
Important Dates
Submission: 30 June 2007
Decision: 31 August 2007
Revised manuscripts: 30 September 2007
The role of finishing and micromachining processes as techniques for removal of burrs, developing edge contour, and smoothing and polishing parts has been well established and documented for many years. These processes have been used in a wide variety of part applications to promote safer part handling (by attenuation of sharp part edges), improve the fit and function of parts when assembled, and produce smooth, even microfinished surfaces to meet either functional or aesthetic criteria or specifications.
In contrast, only in the last years, processes for developing specific edge, special surface texture patterns and/or tailored surface conditions on components are widely spreading in industries as diverse as the jewellery, dental, and medical implant industries on up through the automotive and aerospace industries. Accordingly, less well known and less clearly understood is the role that specialised variants of micromachining and finishing technologies can engage in extending the service life and in specialising the performance of critical support components or tools in highly demanding manufacturing or operational applications. Besides, many doubts and uncertainties still affect the understanding of basic concepts as well as of most of the leading processes mechanisms.
This is thus the context in which scientists have always been moving to improve standard micromachining techniques and define new methods to tailor parts surface conditions so as to enhance their performance. An emergent journal as IJSurfSE would not be complete without a depiction of the present status of micromachining technologies and their applications. So, the purpose of this special issue is to present a collection of examples illustrating the more recent and unprecedented developments of surface micromachining technologies and their applications to surface science research. To serve as a useful forum to discuss the capabilities and limitations of the techniques, the scope of this special issue is to be as broad as possible, covering all relevant aspects of micromachining as well as of the definition of tailored and functionalised surfaces.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Innovative Pedagogy in Sport Management and Marketing
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Call for papers: Innovative Pedagogy in Sport Management and Marketing
A special issue of the International Journal of Sport Management and Marketing (IJSMM)
Important Dates
Submissions should be sent no later than: 31 May, 2007
This special issue will feature knowledge regarding innovative pedagogy in sport management and marketing. Manuscripts should address issues related to specific courses and pedagogy that advance the body of knowledge and teaching practices in the academic discipline. Papers submitted for this special issue must be theoretically grounded. Innovative pedagogy in all sub-disciplines of sport management, and both conceptual and empirical contributions are welcomed.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Innovative Pedagogy in Sport Management and Marketing
A special issue of the International Journal of Sport Management and Marketing (IJSMM)
Important Dates
Submissions should be sent no later than: 31 May, 2007
This special issue will feature knowledge regarding innovative pedagogy in sport management and marketing. Manuscripts should address issues related to specific courses and pedagogy that advance the body of knowledge and teaching practices in the academic discipline. Papers submitted for this special issue must be theoretically grounded. Innovative pedagogy in all sub-disciplines of sport management, and both conceptual and empirical contributions are welcomed.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Intelligent System Design and Development
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Call for papers: Intelligent System Design and Development
A special issue of the International Journal of Intelligent Systems Technologies and Applications (IJISTA)
Important Dates
Paper due : 1 February 2007
Acceptance notification : 1 March 2007
Final paper version due : 1 April 2007
This special issue deals with intelligent system design and development related technologies and applications comprising various areas such as expert systems, fuzzy logic, neural networks, genetic algorithms, and hybrid systems. The aim is to provide an international forum for academics, industry leaders, and policy makers to investigate and exchange novel ideas and disseminate knowledge and information covering the broad range of intelligences from reasoning to decision-making.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Intelligent System Design and Development
A special issue of the International Journal of Intelligent Systems Technologies and Applications (IJISTA)
Important Dates
Paper due : 1 February 2007
Acceptance notification : 1 March 2007
Final paper version due : 1 April 2007
This special issue deals with intelligent system design and development related technologies and applications comprising various areas such as expert systems, fuzzy logic, neural networks, genetic algorithms, and hybrid systems. The aim is to provide an international forum for academics, industry leaders, and policy makers to investigate and exchange novel ideas and disseminate knowledge and information covering the broad range of intelligences from reasoning to decision-making.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Wind Power Trading in Electricity Markets
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Call for papers: Wind Power Trading in Electricity Markets
A special issue of the International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy (IJETP)
Important Dates
Submission of full paper : 2 April 2007
Notification of Acceptance : 2 June 2007
Final (Camera-ready) Paper : 2 July 2007
With the growing electricity demand, increasing oil and gas prices, and environmental pressure, wind energy has a strong potential for the future power generation. Wind turbines make a major contribution to the production of renewable energy. Developments in harnessing wind power have continually improved and during the last decade a considerable scaling up has taken place in the wind power industry. Most European and Indian governments have impressive plans for the coming years for installing significant amounts of wind power generating technology. It is expected that one third of all energy demand worldwide will be provided by renewable sources in the year 2050.
Competition is introduced in the electricity sector by significantly reducing the government’s role in the ownership and management of domestic electricity industries. This is seen as necessary conditions for increasing the efficiency of electric energy production and distribution, offering a lower price, higher quality and secured supply. These deregulation processes have been developed after debate and opposition by private and state monopolies that have defended the vertically integrated model.
A competitive electricity market, where price formation is an internal decision of sellers and buyers, opens the room for playing the generators and retailers/consumers in their bid prices. Competition in supply is concerned with how generators price their commodities so as to be commercially successful in the supply-demand market. In the competitive electricity market, wind power is assumed to be non-competitive as it has higher cost and uncertainty of availability of power. To fit the wind power into liberalised electricity market, the outputs of these generators are traded into the market differently than the dispatchable generators.
This special issue aims to provide a basic platform for researchers and readers working in the area of wind power and electricity markets. The various existing and new trading options of wind power in emerging electricity markets will be the main focus.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Wind Power Trading in Electricity Markets
A special issue of the International Journal of Energy Technology and Policy (IJETP)
Important Dates
Submission of full paper : 2 April 2007
Notification of Acceptance : 2 June 2007
Final (Camera-ready) Paper : 2 July 2007
With the growing electricity demand, increasing oil and gas prices, and environmental pressure, wind energy has a strong potential for the future power generation. Wind turbines make a major contribution to the production of renewable energy. Developments in harnessing wind power have continually improved and during the last decade a considerable scaling up has taken place in the wind power industry. Most European and Indian governments have impressive plans for the coming years for installing significant amounts of wind power generating technology. It is expected that one third of all energy demand worldwide will be provided by renewable sources in the year 2050.
Competition is introduced in the electricity sector by significantly reducing the government’s role in the ownership and management of domestic electricity industries. This is seen as necessary conditions for increasing the efficiency of electric energy production and distribution, offering a lower price, higher quality and secured supply. These deregulation processes have been developed after debate and opposition by private and state monopolies that have defended the vertically integrated model.
A competitive electricity market, where price formation is an internal decision of sellers and buyers, opens the room for playing the generators and retailers/consumers in their bid prices. Competition in supply is concerned with how generators price their commodities so as to be commercially successful in the supply-demand market. In the competitive electricity market, wind power is assumed to be non-competitive as it has higher cost and uncertainty of availability of power. To fit the wind power into liberalised electricity market, the outputs of these generators are traded into the market differently than the dispatchable generators.
This special issue aims to provide a basic platform for researchers and readers working in the area of wind power and electricity markets. The various existing and new trading options of wind power in emerging electricity markets will be the main focus.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Automotive Marketing and Distribution in Europe: Trends and Challenges
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Call for papers: Automotive Marketing and Distribution in Europe: Trends and Challenges
A special issue of the International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management (IJATM)
Important Dates
Deadline for (extended) abstract submission : 31 March, 2007
Response by Guest Editor : 30 April, 2007
Deadline for full paper submission : 31 July, 2007
Subject Coverage
Papers to be included in this special issue should be focused on, one or more of the following subjects (the list is indicative rather than exhaustive):
What traits in automotive demand are influencing the strategies of the different players?
How are information and communication technologies impacting this picture?
How is the reorganisation in automotive distribution unfolding?
What are the significant differences across different states/regions in the retailing end?
Are there other players besides automakers and dealers playing a relevant role?
What best practices are being identified, and what are the related opportunities and threats?
Are measures of performance available to better understand the re-organisation process in place?
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Automotive Marketing and Distribution in Europe: Trends and Challenges
A special issue of the International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management (IJATM)
Important Dates
Deadline for (extended) abstract submission : 31 March, 2007
Response by Guest Editor : 30 April, 2007
Deadline for full paper submission : 31 July, 2007
Subject Coverage
Papers to be included in this special issue should be focused on, one or more of the following subjects (the list is indicative rather than exhaustive):
What traits in automotive demand are influencing the strategies of the different players?
How are information and communication technologies impacting this picture?
How is the reorganisation in automotive distribution unfolding?
What are the significant differences across different states/regions in the retailing end?
Are there other players besides automakers and dealers playing a relevant role?
What best practices are being identified, and what are the related opportunities and threats?
Are measures of performance available to better understand the re-organisation process in place?
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Innovation, Development and Environment
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Call for papers: Innovation, Development and Environment
A special issue of the International Journal of Global Environmental Issues (IJGEnvI)
Important Dates
Deadline for submission : 30 April 2007
First turn of papers review : 30 June 2007
Second turn of papers review : 15 September 2007
Final papers submission : 15 October 2007
The international political agenda nowadays gives significant attention to environmental issues and sustainable development. In particular, some major areas are highly debated because of their global relevance, in terms of the climate change issue and, more generally, the role of international environmental agreements.
The implementation of international environmental regulations, relying both on markets and standards, allows achievement of mutually-reinforcing goals. Apart from the direct environmental protection purpose, environmental regulation helps in adopting an international framework favourable to the development and diffusion of new environmental-friendly technologies. For this purpose, international efforts for combating climate change have built an institutional framework encouraging research and development in new technologies for energy saving and renewable energies. Furthermore, the closed relationship between climate change and the global energy system has encouraged the adoption of more integrated multi-objectives international and domestic policies, thus aiming at reducing polluting emissions, ensuring security of energy supply, reducing energy dependence, and promoting technical innovation. Finally, multilateral environmental agreements represent compelling institutional frameworks for promoting research and development in new technologies, especially if environmental protection is considered as a global (impure or pure) public good.
More generally, the nature itself of global public good requires the participation of the whole international community in environmental management activities. Multilateral trade negotiations of the WTO could have a positive role in promoting diffusion of environmental-friendly technologies by reducing all forms of trade barriers, bearing in mind that sustainable development is one of the primary objectives of the WTO.
We are soliciting papers which address theoretical and empirical findings on the relationships between technological innovation, environmental protection and sustainable development. We encourage contributions which consider both specific aspects such as trade-environment links, environmental regulation, paths of technical progress, and more integrated approaches accounting for different issues.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Innovation, Development and Environment
A special issue of the International Journal of Global Environmental Issues (IJGEnvI)
Important Dates
Deadline for submission : 30 April 2007
First turn of papers review : 30 June 2007
Second turn of papers review : 15 September 2007
Final papers submission : 15 October 2007
The international political agenda nowadays gives significant attention to environmental issues and sustainable development. In particular, some major areas are highly debated because of their global relevance, in terms of the climate change issue and, more generally, the role of international environmental agreements.
The implementation of international environmental regulations, relying both on markets and standards, allows achievement of mutually-reinforcing goals. Apart from the direct environmental protection purpose, environmental regulation helps in adopting an international framework favourable to the development and diffusion of new environmental-friendly technologies. For this purpose, international efforts for combating climate change have built an institutional framework encouraging research and development in new technologies for energy saving and renewable energies. Furthermore, the closed relationship between climate change and the global energy system has encouraged the adoption of more integrated multi-objectives international and domestic policies, thus aiming at reducing polluting emissions, ensuring security of energy supply, reducing energy dependence, and promoting technical innovation. Finally, multilateral environmental agreements represent compelling institutional frameworks for promoting research and development in new technologies, especially if environmental protection is considered as a global (impure or pure) public good.
More generally, the nature itself of global public good requires the participation of the whole international community in environmental management activities. Multilateral trade negotiations of the WTO could have a positive role in promoting diffusion of environmental-friendly technologies by reducing all forms of trade barriers, bearing in mind that sustainable development is one of the primary objectives of the WTO.
We are soliciting papers which address theoretical and empirical findings on the relationships between technological innovation, environmental protection and sustainable development. We encourage contributions which consider both specific aspects such as trade-environment links, environmental regulation, paths of technical progress, and more integrated approaches accounting for different issues.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Inclusive Risk Governance in the Enlarged EU : Challenges and Opportunities
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Call for papers: Inclusive Risk Governance in the Enlarged EU : Challenges and Opportunities
A special issue of the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management (IJRAM)
Important Dates
Deadline for paper submission : 31 May 2007
First turn of papers review : 15 July 2007
Second turn of papers review : 30 September 2007
Final papers submission : 15 November 2007
The management of risks in the European countries has grown in complexity during the past decades, as the Union strove to meet the concerns of the various relevant actors (i.e. the public authorities, stakeholders such as industry or NGOs and affected citizens).
Activities posing risks in the areas of energy, chemical production, food and agriculture, transport, etc., have triggered a great concern after the experience of several major disasters at the European level and in the Member States. The implementation of novel technologies such as those of life and information is also facing resistance and conflict.
In order to respond to a perceived trust crisis of governance, a framework for inclusive risk governance is increasingly mentioned, together with a reflection on relevant knowledge and expertise. It requires new thinking about the nature of hazards and vulnerability, the relationship between public authorities, experts, stake-holders and citizens, and to consider how to improve the regulatory environment. Through various research activities, networking and institutional initiatives a European ‘inclusive’ risk governance culture is emerging.
The enlargement of the European Union with ten new Member States in 2004 and with another two in 2007, and the perspective of more new accessions in the coming decades, pose a specific challenge. The ‘legacy’ and the economic situation in some of the new Member States will increase pressure on this emerging risk governance culture.
The legacy of some of the new Member States’ recent political-economic history also consists of threats caused by unsafe infrastructure (including installations and working practices), institutional vulnerability and environmental and social degradation. But there is more at stake than the effective management of existing risks. A pressure for rapid economic growth in the new Member States and acceding countries, to close the gap with their other EU partners, can endanger the evolving EU strategy to maintain high levels of protection while promoting qualitative and sustainable growth.
But enlargement also presents enormous opportunities for the introduction of innovative practices. Confronted to an expanding diversity in the EU, awareness could raise of crucial aspects of risk issues that go beyond their technical definitions, paving the way for alternative more inclusive approaches.
The Special Issue specifically wants to address following two questions :
How to 'deepen' this turn towards more inclusive governance, i.e. make it truly 'reflexive' and not merely instrumental, and enhance its impact on EU policy making?
How to widen this turn, i.e. strengthening it in new Member States, that now have other priorities ('first the economy !')
It will strive for a mix of reflective papers addressing current developments in the EU and a set of case study articles specifically highlighting risk situations and experiences in new Member States.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Inclusive Risk Governance in the Enlarged EU : Challenges and Opportunities
A special issue of the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management (IJRAM)
Important Dates
Deadline for paper submission : 31 May 2007
First turn of papers review : 15 July 2007
Second turn of papers review : 30 September 2007
Final papers submission : 15 November 2007
The management of risks in the European countries has grown in complexity during the past decades, as the Union strove to meet the concerns of the various relevant actors (i.e. the public authorities, stakeholders such as industry or NGOs and affected citizens).
Activities posing risks in the areas of energy, chemical production, food and agriculture, transport, etc., have triggered a great concern after the experience of several major disasters at the European level and in the Member States. The implementation of novel technologies such as those of life and information is also facing resistance and conflict.
In order to respond to a perceived trust crisis of governance, a framework for inclusive risk governance is increasingly mentioned, together with a reflection on relevant knowledge and expertise. It requires new thinking about the nature of hazards and vulnerability, the relationship between public authorities, experts, stake-holders and citizens, and to consider how to improve the regulatory environment. Through various research activities, networking and institutional initiatives a European ‘inclusive’ risk governance culture is emerging.
The enlargement of the European Union with ten new Member States in 2004 and with another two in 2007, and the perspective of more new accessions in the coming decades, pose a specific challenge. The ‘legacy’ and the economic situation in some of the new Member States will increase pressure on this emerging risk governance culture.
The legacy of some of the new Member States’ recent political-economic history also consists of threats caused by unsafe infrastructure (including installations and working practices), institutional vulnerability and environmental and social degradation. But there is more at stake than the effective management of existing risks. A pressure for rapid economic growth in the new Member States and acceding countries, to close the gap with their other EU partners, can endanger the evolving EU strategy to maintain high levels of protection while promoting qualitative and sustainable growth.
But enlargement also presents enormous opportunities for the introduction of innovative practices. Confronted to an expanding diversity in the EU, awareness could raise of crucial aspects of risk issues that go beyond their technical definitions, paving the way for alternative more inclusive approaches.
The Special Issue specifically wants to address following two questions :
How to 'deepen' this turn towards more inclusive governance, i.e. make it truly 'reflexive' and not merely instrumental, and enhance its impact on EU policy making?
How to widen this turn, i.e. strengthening it in new Member States, that now have other priorities ('first the economy !')
It will strive for a mix of reflective papers addressing current developments in the EU and a set of case study articles specifically highlighting risk situations and experiences in new Member States.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Risk Assessment and Management of Air, Water, and Land Pollutants
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Call for papers: Risk Assessment and Management of Air, Water, and Land Pollutants
A special issue of the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management (IJRAM)
Important Dates
Paper due : 1 February 2007
Acceptance Notification : 1 March 2007
Final paper version due : 1 April 2007
This special issue of the IJRAM deals with risk assessment and management of air, water, and land pollutants in all industries. The aim is to provide an international forum for academics, industry leaders, and policy makers to investigate and exchange novel ideas and disseminate knowledge and information covering the broad range of industrial activities.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Risk Assessment and Management of Air, Water, and Land Pollutants
A special issue of the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management (IJRAM)
Important Dates
Paper due : 1 February 2007
Acceptance Notification : 1 March 2007
Final paper version due : 1 April 2007
This special issue of the IJRAM deals with risk assessment and management of air, water, and land pollutants in all industries. The aim is to provide an international forum for academics, industry leaders, and policy makers to investigate and exchange novel ideas and disseminate knowledge and information covering the broad range of industrial activities.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Aging Workforce and HRM – Challenges, Chances, Perspectives
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Call for papers: Aging Workforce and HRM – Challenges, Chances, Perspectives
A special issue of the International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management (IJHRDM)
Important Dates
Submissions should be sent no later than : 31 July, 2007
The shift in demographics and the consequent potential lack of workforce, notably in many industrialised nations, as well as the attrition of skills and knowledge – also termed ‘workforce crisis’ or ‘shortage of skills and talent’ (cf. e.g. Dychtwald et al., 2006) – present a major challenge to companies and societies alike. Even though this crucial issue has recently started to raise the attention of scholars, business leaders and politicians, research on managing the aging workforce is still in its infancy. HRM, especially, is challenged to develop and implement appropriate instruments, strategies and methods not only to cope with the aging workforce but also to benefit from elderly employees. In this sense, HRM has to support both the organisation as well as the individuals. Strategies and measures that can be performed by organisations in order to prevent competence obsolescence and knowledge management initiatives to prevent a loss of valuable experience when experts retire are only a few of numerous questions relating to managing the aging workforce.
The purpose of this special issue is to provide theoretical and empirical research that helps explain how human resource management can provide tools and strategies to manage the aging workforce as well as aging competencies and effectively deal with the challenge of a looming workforce crisis. We seek both research and practice papers, which will enhance our understanding of the topic. Empirical research employing multiple methods, conceptual papers utilising a variety of theoretical perspectives, and practice papers that describe significant application issues, complex real-life situations requiring innovative solutions, or actual implementations of existing concepts or methodology are especially encouraged.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Aging Workforce and HRM – Challenges, Chances, Perspectives
A special issue of the International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management (IJHRDM)
Important Dates
Submissions should be sent no later than : 31 July, 2007
The shift in demographics and the consequent potential lack of workforce, notably in many industrialised nations, as well as the attrition of skills and knowledge – also termed ‘workforce crisis’ or ‘shortage of skills and talent’ (cf. e.g. Dychtwald et al., 2006) – present a major challenge to companies and societies alike. Even though this crucial issue has recently started to raise the attention of scholars, business leaders and politicians, research on managing the aging workforce is still in its infancy. HRM, especially, is challenged to develop and implement appropriate instruments, strategies and methods not only to cope with the aging workforce but also to benefit from elderly employees. In this sense, HRM has to support both the organisation as well as the individuals. Strategies and measures that can be performed by organisations in order to prevent competence obsolescence and knowledge management initiatives to prevent a loss of valuable experience when experts retire are only a few of numerous questions relating to managing the aging workforce.
The purpose of this special issue is to provide theoretical and empirical research that helps explain how human resource management can provide tools and strategies to manage the aging workforce as well as aging competencies and effectively deal with the challenge of a looming workforce crisis. We seek both research and practice papers, which will enhance our understanding of the topic. Empirical research employing multiple methods, conceptual papers utilising a variety of theoretical perspectives, and practice papers that describe significant application issues, complex real-life situations requiring innovative solutions, or actual implementations of existing concepts or methodology are especially encouraged.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Eco-design of Multilateral Recycling Systems and Development of Circulating Economy in Asia
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Call for papers: Eco-design of Multilateral Recycling Systems and Development of Circulating Economy in Asia
A special issue of the International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management (IJETM)
Important Dates
Submission deadline for full paper : 30 June 2007
Notification of acceptance : 31 August 2007
This special issue will focus on problem-oriented analyses and constructive suggestions on recycling systems and circulating economy development in Asia, especially in China and Japan, and between these two countries.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Eco-design of Multilateral Recycling Systems and Development of Circulating Economy in Asia
A special issue of the International Journal of Environmental Technology and Management (IJETM)
Important Dates
Submission deadline for full paper : 30 June 2007
Notification of acceptance : 31 August 2007
This special issue will focus on problem-oriented analyses and constructive suggestions on recycling systems and circulating economy development in Asia, especially in China and Japan, and between these two countries.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Micro/Meso Mechanical Manufacturing (M4 Process)
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Call for papers: Micro/Meso Mechanical Manufacturing (M4 Process)
A special issue of the International Journal of Abrasive Technology (IJAT)
Important Dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts: 30 June 2007
Notification of peer review to authors: 31 August 2007
Deadline for submitting revised manuscripts: 30 September 2007
The 21st century is said to be the century of the aging society. This society will require more advanced devices and systems to ensure comfort, safety and high quality of life. There is no doubt that devices will become more complicated and more compact. Therefore, development of micro/meso mechanical manufacturing (M4 process) technologies must be improved.
The aim of this special issue of the IJAT is to promote the M4 process technologies as a contribution to meeting the challenge of forthcoming society
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Micro/Meso Mechanical Manufacturing (M4 Process)
A special issue of the International Journal of Abrasive Technology (IJAT)
Important Dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts: 30 June 2007
Notification of peer review to authors: 31 August 2007
Deadline for submitting revised manuscripts: 30 September 2007
The 21st century is said to be the century of the aging society. This society will require more advanced devices and systems to ensure comfort, safety and high quality of life. There is no doubt that devices will become more complicated and more compact. Therefore, development of micro/meso mechanical manufacturing (M4 process) technologies must be improved.
The aim of this special issue of the IJAT is to promote the M4 process technologies as a contribution to meeting the challenge of forthcoming society
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Developments in Industrial B2B Services
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Call for papers: Developments in Industrial B2B Services
A special issue of the International Journal of Services Technology and Management (IJSTM)
Important Dates:
Full paper due: 15 May 2007
Notification of acceptance: 15 September, 2007
Final version of the paper due: 15 November, 2007
Industrial Business-to-Business (B2B) services are becoming more important as the world is becoming more globalised and competitive, and as companies increasingly are choosing new and innovative sourcing strategies for non-core activities. Companies are entering different types of B2B relationships compared to those in the past and services not only are intangible deeds, processes and performances – various technology and technical software are used both as part of the service product content, but also as a mean or enabler to deliver the service products.
As with respect to product and customer support, we observe that industrial products used in advanced production/manufacturing processes are becoming more advanced, complex and integrated. As a result, more services are needed to support the products in operation and maintenance, as well as to support the customers in using the products and to recycle them at the end of life. Many of these companies need help in becoming more innovative to create product and support services that are creating a competitive edge based on their strengths and market opportunities.
The focus of this special issue of IJSTM is on services needed to support capital-intensive industries (e.g. energy, petroleum, chemical, mining, etc) that require advanced and complex production facilities and industrial systems, machines, equipment, software and control systems. In this type of industry, advanced knowledge and technological support services related to engineering design, maintenance, modification, modernisation, operation, removal activities, etc, are needed to reach performance goals and to be competitive.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Developments in Industrial B2B Services
A special issue of the International Journal of Services Technology and Management (IJSTM)
Important Dates:
Full paper due: 15 May 2007
Notification of acceptance: 15 September, 2007
Final version of the paper due: 15 November, 2007
Industrial Business-to-Business (B2B) services are becoming more important as the world is becoming more globalised and competitive, and as companies increasingly are choosing new and innovative sourcing strategies for non-core activities. Companies are entering different types of B2B relationships compared to those in the past and services not only are intangible deeds, processes and performances – various technology and technical software are used both as part of the service product content, but also as a mean or enabler to deliver the service products.
As with respect to product and customer support, we observe that industrial products used in advanced production/manufacturing processes are becoming more advanced, complex and integrated. As a result, more services are needed to support the products in operation and maintenance, as well as to support the customers in using the products and to recycle them at the end of life. Many of these companies need help in becoming more innovative to create product and support services that are creating a competitive edge based on their strengths and market opportunities.
The focus of this special issue of IJSTM is on services needed to support capital-intensive industries (e.g. energy, petroleum, chemical, mining, etc) that require advanced and complex production facilities and industrial systems, machines, equipment, software and control systems. In this type of industry, advanced knowledge and technological support services related to engineering design, maintenance, modification, modernisation, operation, removal activities, etc, are needed to reach performance goals and to be competitive.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Nonlinear Optimisation with Engineering and Scientific Applications
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Call for papers: Nonlinear Optimisation with Engineering and Scientific Applications
A special issue of the International Journal of Modelling, Identification and Control (IJMIC)
Important Dates:
Submission deadline : 31 August 2007
This special issue of IJMIC is focused on nonlinear systems modelling and optimisation applications in the sciences and engineering. We welcome original research articles that describe real-world applications of nonlinear (including both global and local) optimisation in the sciences and engineering. We also welcome algorithm development and computational studies supported with sufficiently detailed numerical evidence to indicate immediate real-world applicability.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Nonlinear Optimisation with Engineering and Scientific Applications
A special issue of the International Journal of Modelling, Identification and Control (IJMIC)
Important Dates:
Submission deadline : 31 August 2007
This special issue of IJMIC is focused on nonlinear systems modelling and optimisation applications in the sciences and engineering. We welcome original research articles that describe real-world applications of nonlinear (including both global and local) optimisation in the sciences and engineering. We also welcome algorithm development and computational studies supported with sufficiently detailed numerical evidence to indicate immediate real-world applicability.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
5 January 2007
Special issue: Contemporary issues in entrepreneurship studies
Journal for International Business and Entrepreneurship Development 3(1/2) 2006 is a special issue: Contemporary issues in entrepreneurship studies. Papers integrate diverse issues such as competitiveness to marketable innovations that address central problems in entrepreneurship. These papers provide perspectives from diverse countries with different economic and social structures, for example, Saudi Arabia's place in the global petrochemical industry; customer relationship management use by Malaysian automobile distributors; demographic comparisons between graduate and non-graduate entrepreneurs in urban Malaysia; sales-forecasting strategies for small businesses across Lebanon; linkages between business practices and performance in the small business sector in the Arab region; entrepreneurship development across Sub-Saharan Africa.
4 January 2007
Special issue: New trends in control theory and applications
International Journal of Modelling, Identification and Control 1(3) 2006 is a special issue: New trends in control theory and applications and includes papers given at the 24th Chinese Control Conference held in Guangzhou, 16–18 July 2005. Topics include control applications in image processing, power systems, ball and plate systems, and permanent magnet synchronous motors.
1 January 2007
Special issue: Science and innovation in Africa: new strategies for economic growth
International Journal of Technology and Globalisation 2(3/4) 2006 is a special issue: Science and innovation in Africa: new strategies for economic growth, edited by Prof Calestous Juma, elected a Fellow of the Royal Society last year.
The papers are revised versions of chapters that were first published by The Smith Institute in a volume entitled, Going for Growth: Science, Technology and Innovation in Africa. [The original essays can be downloaded.]
The papers underscore the role of science, technology and innovation in development in general, and in international cooperation in particular. They signal the growing interest in making the transition from short-term, relief-based activities to long-term development, based on building competence at all levels of science.
The papers are revised versions of chapters that were first published by The Smith Institute in a volume entitled, Going for Growth: Science, Technology and Innovation in Africa. [The original essays can be downloaded.]
The papers underscore the role of science, technology and innovation in development in general, and in international cooperation in particular. They signal the growing interest in making the transition from short-term, relief-based activities to long-term development, based on building competence at all levels of science.
Special issue: Interactions between people and information technology in the digital age (part I)
International Journal of Information Technology and Management 6(1) 2007 is a special issue: Interactions between people and information technology in the digital age (part I). The objectives of this special issue are:
1. to identify innovative methods and models to address the gaps between IT development and IT take-up and
2. to identify new quantitative and qualitative approaches for analysing the interactions between people and IT, for example, using agent-based modelling.
Part I contains seven papers ranging from contributions from researchers and
practitioners focusing on areas related to knowledge management, business intelligence, organisational learning and e-learning. A mix of theory building and empirical study papers that have strong relevance to the practical world are available.
1. to identify innovative methods and models to address the gaps between IT development and IT take-up and
2. to identify new quantitative and qualitative approaches for analysing the interactions between people and IT, for example, using agent-based modelling.
Part I contains seven papers ranging from contributions from researchers and
practitioners focusing on areas related to knowledge management, business intelligence, organisational learning and e-learning. A mix of theory building and empirical study papers that have strong relevance to the practical world are available.
31 December 2006
Special issue: CFD modelling and simulation of waste-to-energy and waste incineration processes
Progress in Computational Fluid Dynamics, an International Journal 7(1) 2007 is a special issue: CFD modelling and simulation of waste-to-energy and waste incineration processes. Topics include applications in large mass burn waste-to-energy boilers; municipal solid waste incineration; rotary-kiln hazardous waste incinerators; chemical Liquid Incinerator Chambers; biomass gasification.
29 December 2006
Newly announced journal: International Journal of Sustainable Strategic Management
Leaders in organisations and governments must make responsible strategic and policy decisions that satisfy two important objectives:
- to facilitate and sustain high organisational performance, and
- to manage organisational and national resources so that organisations and societies can benefit from them in the future.
Balancing these objectives can be complex and typically requires intellectual contributions across disciplines.
International Journal of Sustainable Strategic Management - to begin publication in 2008 - is a forum for publication of refereed scientific work in this field.
- to facilitate and sustain high organisational performance, and
- to manage organisational and national resources so that organisations and societies can benefit from them in the future.
Balancing these objectives can be complex and typically requires intellectual contributions across disciplines.
International Journal of Sustainable Strategic Management - to begin publication in 2008 - is a forum for publication of refereed scientific work in this field.
Special issue: Performance and risk measurement: operations, logistics and supply chains
International Journal of Business Performance Management 9(2) 2007 is a special issue: Performance and risk measurement: operations, logistics and supply chains. Topics include: measurement practices and expertises in manufacturing and service industries; risk characteristics of supply chains; after-sales service; demand fluctuations; instabilities and uncertainties of telecom supply chains; performance measurement in the healthcare industry.
Special issue: Manufacturing enterprise computing, integration and management
International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management 10(2/3) 2007 is a special issue: Manufacturing enterprise computing, integration and management. It aims at bringing together the latest research on the emerging sciences and technologies in manufacturing enterprise computing, integration and management from the leading scholars worldwide. The 12 research papers cover a variety of research interests from supply chain networks, resource management and coordination, manufacturing process integration, enterprise integration framework and methodology, shop floor scheduling and execution, to system flexibility and responsiveness, product customisation knowledge engineering and manufacturing optimisation.
27 December 2006
Special issue: Biomedical data engineering
International Journal of Bioinformatics Research and Applications 3(1) 2007 is a special issue: Biomedical data engineering and includes some papers from the First International Workshop on Biomedical Data Engineering held in Tokyo on 3-4 April 2005 in conjunction with the IEEE International Conference on Data Engineering, 2005.
24 December 2006
Special issue: Innovation behind quality: the new challenge for quality methods and tools
International Journal of Technology Management 37(1/2) 2007 is a special issue: Innovation behind quality: the new challenge for quality methods and tools. The aim is to defend the thesis that efforts related to quality are value-adding ones. In some sense, the thesis sustained here is that quality is strongly related to innovation and, thus, is a prerequisite for the growth of enterprises and, finally, for the wealth of nations. The papers are ordered in a sort of plan-do-check-act sequence, according to the concept that the famous improvement cycle can be applied also to research and innovation. The PLAN contributions deal with more theoretical issues, whereas the DO contributions concern strictly technical topics, analysing some specific tool or methodology related to quality that can contribute to the innovation effort in the enterprise. The CHECK contributions treat the measurement of performances. Finally, the ACT contributions give the flavour of the embodiment of the quality and innovation concepts in real operating environments.
22 December 2006
Special issue: Security issues on sensor networks
Security in sensor networks differs from those in other traditional networks in many aspects such as limited memory space, limited computation capability, etc. Therefore, sensor network security has some unique features, which do not exist in other networks. A special issue of International Journal of Security and Networks 1(3/4) 2006: Security issues on sensor networks, addresses these issues. Specific areas of interest covered include key managements in sensor networks, secure routing in secure networks, lightweight encryption and authentication in sensor networks, attacks and solutions in sensor networks and other areas, which are related to both security and sensor networks.
Special issue: Perception of the many risks of the work environment
International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management 7(2) 2007 is a special issue: Perception of the many risks of the work environment. Topics include: careless behaviour; the perceived safety climate in six UK power stations; health management and its relation to risk identification and risk-taking behaviour in an off-shore industry setting; job insecurity and health; the effects of job insecurity, overtime pressure and work
hazards on job risk taking; measuring trust in management with regard to risk policies; the effects of downsizing; lobster fishermen in Australia; company safety policies.
hazards on job risk taking; measuring trust in management with regard to risk policies; the effects of downsizing; lobster fishermen in Australia; company safety policies.
21 December 2006
Special issue: Historical perspective on industrial waste recycling
Progress in Industrial Ecology, An International Journal 3(4) 2006 is a special issue: Historical perspective on industrial waste recycling. Topics include the industrial waste reduction and recycling programme at Ford Motor Company’s River Rouge complex in the 1920s and 1930s; the US scrap markets in the last two centuries; the scrap-iron ‘bonanza’ that followed the introduction of the railroad in Ontario in the 19th century; US wartime recycling; waste-free technology’ in the final decades of the USSR; and the recovery and reuse of sewage and other urban wastes in 19th century Stockholm.
18 December 2006
Newly announced title: International Journal of Computational Materials Science and Surface Engineering
International Journal of Computational Materials Science and Surface Engineering - to begin publication in 2008 - aims to bring a unique medium of communication for multidisciplinary approaches, either empirical or theoretical, to the study of engineering materials (metallic alloys, tool materials, superplastic materials, ceramics and glasses, composites, amorphous materials, nanomaterials, biomaterials, multifunctional and smart materials, engineering polymers) and their processing technologies and surface engineering.
The scope includes original scientific papers which describe computer-aided methods of modelling, simulation and prediction for designing new engineering materials and the technological processes of the manufacturing, processing and forming of their structure and properties in the whole volume and their surface and also the description of phenomena and phase transformations appearing in those materials.
The scope includes original scientific papers which describe computer-aided methods of modelling, simulation and prediction for designing new engineering materials and the technological processes of the manufacturing, processing and forming of their structure and properties in the whole volume and their surface and also the description of phenomena and phase transformations appearing in those materials.
17 December 2006
Special issue: Science and technology intelligence
International Journal of Technology Intelligence and Planning 2(4) 2006 is special issue: Science and technology intelligence. Papers deal with the integration of intelligence activities at the strategic level; technology intelligence to support new value chain networks; practices and models of technology intelligence systems; assessment and integration of intelligence tools and techniques; and tools for risk management in development projects.
Special issue: Mobile services and mobile semantic
International Journal of Web and Grid Services 2(4) 2006 is a special issue: Mobile services and mobile semantic, with papers on Service-Oriented Architectures, intelligent agents, the semantic web, Bluetooth and location based services in relation to mobile computing.
Special issue: Current development of the financial services in SE Europe
International Journal of Financial Services Management 2(1/2) 2007 is a Special issue: Current development of the financial services in SE Europe. There are empirical papers on financial markets and advanced financial analysis; three papers on the banking sector in South Eastern European countries and one on Circuitist monetary theory and analysis in SE Europe.
14 December 2006
Newly announced journal: International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology
International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology - to begin publication in 2008 - will be a multidisciplinary refereed journal concerned with exploration, production, processing and refining, storage and transportation, economic, managerial, business, environmental, safety and security issues related to oil, natural gas and coal as well as related industries such as petrochemicals. The objective of the journal is to provide a single reference that addresses all issues related to fossil type fuels and their derived products, especially with regard to environmental and economical constraints.
10 December 2006
Special issue: Non-destructive testing and evaluation
International Journal of Microstructure and Materials Properties 1(3/) 2006 is a special issue: Non-destructive testing and evaluation, comprising papers presented at the 8th International Conference on the Application of Contemporary Non-Destructive Testing in Engineering held in Portorož from 1st to 3rd September, 2005 and organised by the Slovenian Society for Non-Destructive Testing. The papers cover ultrasonic testing, various electro-magnetic methods, acoustic emission and numerical modelling in a variety of contexts, including concrete, timber, coatings, pipelines and sheet materials.
New journal: International Journal of Nanomanufacturing (IJNM)
Inderscience is delighted to announce the publication of the following new title:
International Journal of Nanomanufacturing (IJNM)
http://www.inderscience.com/ijnm
The increasing drive towards miniaturisation has dictated that new micro- and nanomanufacturing technologies are developed in parallel with nanotechnology, molecular engineering and biotechnology in order to keep abreast of future technological developments. IJNM provides a principal forum for the interchange of information on the science, process technology and applications of micro- and nanomanufacturing processes.
Readership includes: academics, researchers, industrial companies, trade associations and policy makes in the fields of manufacturing technology, materials science, engineering, biotechnology, nanotechnology, electronics and business to disseminate information and learn from each others work.
ISSN (Online): 1746-9406
ISSN (Print): 1746-9392
Editor(s) in Chief:
Prof. Waqar Ahmed
Chair in Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
University of Ulster
Nanotechnology and Integrated Bio Engineering Centre (NIBEC)
Shore Road, Newtownabbey
County Antrim BT37 0QB
UK
w.ahmed@ulster.ac.uk
Prof. Mark J. Jackson
Purdue University
Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Birck Nanotechnology Center
College of Technology
Knoy Hall, 401 North Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2021
USA
jacksomj@purdue.edu
Abstracts available online. Articles available in HTML and PDF format.
Current Issue: Volume 1 No 1 2006
International Journal of Nanomanufacturing (IJNM)
http://www.inderscience.com/ijnm
The increasing drive towards miniaturisation has dictated that new micro- and nanomanufacturing technologies are developed in parallel with nanotechnology, molecular engineering and biotechnology in order to keep abreast of future technological developments. IJNM provides a principal forum for the interchange of information on the science, process technology and applications of micro- and nanomanufacturing processes.
Readership includes: academics, researchers, industrial companies, trade associations and policy makes in the fields of manufacturing technology, materials science, engineering, biotechnology, nanotechnology, electronics and business to disseminate information and learn from each others work.
ISSN (Online): 1746-9406
ISSN (Print): 1746-9392
Editor(s) in Chief:
Prof. Waqar Ahmed
Chair in Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials
University of Ulster
Nanotechnology and Integrated Bio Engineering Centre (NIBEC)
Shore Road, Newtownabbey
County Antrim BT37 0QB
UK
w.ahmed@ulster.ac.uk
Prof. Mark J. Jackson
Purdue University
Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Birck Nanotechnology Center
College of Technology
Knoy Hall, 401 North Grant Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2021
USA
jacksomj@purdue.edu
Abstracts available online. Articles available in HTML and PDF format.
Current Issue: Volume 1 No 1 2006
9 December 2006
Calls for Papers - RSS feed
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We will continue to post details of individual Calls in this blog, but you can also keep up to date with the very latest Calls from all Inderscience publications by subscribing to this feed. More information about RSS and how to subscribe to a feed is available here.
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8 December 2006
Call for papers: Revenue Management in Practice: The Execution of Optimal Solutions
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/callpaper.php?callID=566
Call for papers: Revenue Management in Practice: The Execution of Optimal Solutions
A special issue of the International Journal of Revenue Management (IJRM)
Important Dates:
Full paper due : 15 March 2007
Notification of status of paper : 15 April 2007
Notification of acceptance and Review Results : 15 May 2007
Final version of paper due : 1 June 2007
Guest Editor: Frederick H. deB. Harris, Wake Forest University, USA
The general theme of this Special Issue of IJRM is to highlight those advances in economic, marketing, and strategic analysis and IT implementation required to support the effective execution of optimal revenue management solutions.
New capabilities to implement differential pricing and inventory control at the product line level (for example, the origin-destination level in airlines) have triggered additional requirements for subtle and complex analyses of target customer segments. This special issue explores the linkage between information obtained by detailed internal analyses using economic, marketing and strategic conceptual frameworks and the implementation of revenue management optimal solutions.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Revenue Management in Practice: The Execution of Optimal Solutions
A special issue of the International Journal of Revenue Management (IJRM)
Important Dates:
Full paper due : 15 March 2007
Notification of status of paper : 15 April 2007
Notification of acceptance and Review Results : 15 May 2007
Final version of paper due : 1 June 2007
Guest Editor: Frederick H. deB. Harris, Wake Forest University, USA
The general theme of this Special Issue of IJRM is to highlight those advances in economic, marketing, and strategic analysis and IT implementation required to support the effective execution of optimal revenue management solutions.
New capabilities to implement differential pricing and inventory control at the product line level (for example, the origin-destination level in airlines) have triggered additional requirements for subtle and complex analyses of target customer segments. This special issue explores the linkage between information obtained by detailed internal analyses using economic, marketing and strategic conceptual frameworks and the implementation of revenue management optimal solutions.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: A Review of the Measurement of Risk in Economics and Finance
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/callpaper.php?callID=565
Call for papers: A Review of the Measurement of Risk in Economics and Finance
A special issue of the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management (IJRAM)
Important Dates:
Manuscripts should be submitted by : 15 December 2007
Guest Editors: Professor Keith Pilbeam and Dr Jose Olmo, City University (London), UK
The aim of this special edition is to review the various ways in which risk is measured in the fields of economics and finance. There are numerous measures of risk used in the economics and finance literature and this issue will look at the various measures employed and assess their relative merits both theoretically and empirically. It is aimed at bankers, financial portfolio managers, academics and researchers, decision makers and governmental and international financial institutions, and other professionals.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: A Review of the Measurement of Risk in Economics and Finance
A special issue of the International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management (IJRAM)
Important Dates:
Manuscripts should be submitted by : 15 December 2007
Guest Editors: Professor Keith Pilbeam and Dr Jose Olmo, City University (London), UK
The aim of this special edition is to review the various ways in which risk is measured in the fields of economics and finance. There are numerous measures of risk used in the economics and finance literature and this issue will look at the various measures employed and assess their relative merits both theoretically and empirically. It is aimed at bankers, financial portfolio managers, academics and researchers, decision makers and governmental and international financial institutions, and other professionals.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: E-commerce Adoption among SMEs in Developing Countries: Issues, Concerns and Challenges
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/callpaper.php?callID=564
Call for papers: E-commerce Adoption among SMEs in Developing Countries: Issues, Concerns and Challenges
A special issue of the International Journal of Internet and Enterprise Management (IJIEM)
Important Dates:
Full Paper Submission : 1 June 2007
Inform Review Results : 31 December 2007
Final Paper Submission : 1 February 2008
Guest Editor: T. Ramayah, Universiti Sains Malaysia
The effects of e-commerce on globalisation of economic activities have created opportunity as well as threat to the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). While much has been written about the theory and practices of e-commerce generally, not much has been written about it in relation to SMEs in developing countries. The purpose of this special issue is to provide a forum for discussion of topics relating to e-commerce issues, concerns and challenges faced by SMEs in developing countries.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: E-commerce Adoption among SMEs in Developing Countries: Issues, Concerns and Challenges
A special issue of the International Journal of Internet and Enterprise Management (IJIEM)
Important Dates:
Full Paper Submission : 1 June 2007
Inform Review Results : 31 December 2007
Final Paper Submission : 1 February 2008
Guest Editor: T. Ramayah, Universiti Sains Malaysia
The effects of e-commerce on globalisation of economic activities have created opportunity as well as threat to the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). While much has been written about the theory and practices of e-commerce generally, not much has been written about it in relation to SMEs in developing countries. The purpose of this special issue is to provide a forum for discussion of topics relating to e-commerce issues, concerns and challenges faced by SMEs in developing countries.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Micro/Nano-Precision Abrasive Machining
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Call for papers: Micro/Nano-Precision Abrasive Machining
A special issue of the International Journal of Abrasive Technology (IJAT)
Important Dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts: 30 March 2007
Notification of peer review to authors: 30 May 2007
Deadline for submitting revised manuscripts: 30 June 2007
Guest Editors:
Assoc. Prof. Yongbo Wu, Akita Prefectural University, Japan
Prof. Sunglim Ko, Konkuk University, Korea
Prof. Pei-Lum Tso, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
In recent years, information technology equipment and devices such as laptop computers and cell phones have rapidly become popularised worldwide as a result of the advances in electronics and manufacturing technology. Abrasive machining, such as grinding and polishing, has played an essential role in the fabrication of the components used for such equipment and devices. As the demand for compact, miniaturised and multifunctional optoelectronic instruments increases, it is expected that the requirements for micro/nano precision abrasive machining of engineered components from both metallic and advanced materials will increase significantly.
The aim of this special issue of the IJAT is to compile the state-of-the-art in micro/nano-precision abrasive machining, consisting of high quality research articles in precision and ultra-precision grinding, polishing, slicing and other related processes, as well as new and advanced abrasive tools and equipment.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Micro/Nano-Precision Abrasive Machining
A special issue of the International Journal of Abrasive Technology (IJAT)
Important Dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts: 30 March 2007
Notification of peer review to authors: 30 May 2007
Deadline for submitting revised manuscripts: 30 June 2007
Guest Editors:
Assoc. Prof. Yongbo Wu, Akita Prefectural University, Japan
Prof. Sunglim Ko, Konkuk University, Korea
Prof. Pei-Lum Tso, National Tsing Hua University, Taiwan
In recent years, information technology equipment and devices such as laptop computers and cell phones have rapidly become popularised worldwide as a result of the advances in electronics and manufacturing technology. Abrasive machining, such as grinding and polishing, has played an essential role in the fabrication of the components used for such equipment and devices. As the demand for compact, miniaturised and multifunctional optoelectronic instruments increases, it is expected that the requirements for micro/nano precision abrasive machining of engineered components from both metallic and advanced materials will increase significantly.
The aim of this special issue of the IJAT is to compile the state-of-the-art in micro/nano-precision abrasive machining, consisting of high quality research articles in precision and ultra-precision grinding, polishing, slicing and other related processes, as well as new and advanced abrasive tools and equipment.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Managing Information and Knowledge in New Product Development
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/callpaper.php?callID=562
Call for papers: Managing Information and Knowledge in New Product Development
A special issue of the International Journal of Technology Intelligence and Planning (IJTIP)
Important Dates
Deadline for Submission of of research ideas: 30 January 2007
Deadline for submission of article (first draft): 30 May 2007
Deadline for feedback to authors: 30 August 2007
Deadline for submission of article (second draft): 30 October 2007
Deadline for notification of acceptance (final corrections, if necessary): 30 November 2007
Guest Editors: Dr. Johan Frishammar, Luleå University of Technology and Dr. Anders Richtnér, Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden
Effective management of information and knowledge can make a huge difference to companies involved with new product development. Such management can improve performance of new products, facilitate the development of product concepts, and increase the success and frequency of cross-functional activities among functions and departments, just to mention a few examples. The concepts of information and knowledge are ambiguous, however, and also difficult to define and measure accurately. Besides, the findings of much of the existing research are scattered and inconclusive as far as policy recommendations goes.
As guest editors, we want to advance the understanding of managing knowledge and information in a new product development context. In terms of scope, we opt for diversity in terms of research approaches, theories and methodology, but with the common aim of helping firms and managers to manage information and/or knowledge better in their NPD efforts. Papers submitted can be either conceptual or empirical, but preferably novel and also a bit provocative!
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Managing Information and Knowledge in New Product Development
A special issue of the International Journal of Technology Intelligence and Planning (IJTIP)
Important Dates
Deadline for Submission of of research ideas: 30 January 2007
Deadline for submission of article (first draft): 30 May 2007
Deadline for feedback to authors: 30 August 2007
Deadline for submission of article (second draft): 30 October 2007
Deadline for notification of acceptance (final corrections, if necessary): 30 November 2007
Guest Editors: Dr. Johan Frishammar, Luleå University of Technology and Dr. Anders Richtnér, Stockholm School of Economics, Sweden
Effective management of information and knowledge can make a huge difference to companies involved with new product development. Such management can improve performance of new products, facilitate the development of product concepts, and increase the success and frequency of cross-functional activities among functions and departments, just to mention a few examples. The concepts of information and knowledge are ambiguous, however, and also difficult to define and measure accurately. Besides, the findings of much of the existing research are scattered and inconclusive as far as policy recommendations goes.
As guest editors, we want to advance the understanding of managing knowledge and information in a new product development context. In terms of scope, we opt for diversity in terms of research approaches, theories and methodology, but with the common aim of helping firms and managers to manage information and/or knowledge better in their NPD efforts. Papers submitted can be either conceptual or empirical, but preferably novel and also a bit provocative!
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
7 December 2006
Newly announced journal: International Journal of Nanoparticles
Nanoparticles are becoming key components in a wide range applications. Research into nanoparticles encompasses numerous disciplines such as nanotechnology, molecular engineering, medicine, pharmaceutical drug manufacture, biology, chemistry, physics, optical components, polymer science, mechanical engineering, toxicology, cosmetics, energy, food technology and environmental and health sciences.
International Journal of Nanoparticles - to begin publication in 2008 - focuses on the chemical, physical and biological phenomena and processes associated with nanoparticles and nanostructures ranging from molecular size to 100nm which exhibit improved properties or have novel applications due to their size. It will include aspects of submicron nanoparticles in special cases.
International Journal of Nanoparticles - to begin publication in 2008 - focuses on the chemical, physical and biological phenomena and processes associated with nanoparticles and nanostructures ranging from molecular size to 100nm which exhibit improved properties or have novel applications due to their size. It will include aspects of submicron nanoparticles in special cases.
Special issue:Sustainable management in agriculture and water resources
International Journal of Sustainable Development 9(2) 2006 is a special issue: Sustainable management in agriculture and water resources. Topics include the predictable effects of the reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), with the Decoupling of Farm Support; the management of conflicts between old and new water-rights holders in the perspective of a more sustainable water resources management; methodological and applied approaches aimed at favouring a sustainable management of water resources in practices, in particular agricultural, that generate pollution; the costs of desertification.
Special issue: Shaping emerging technologies, innovations and futures
International Journal of Foresight and Innovation Policy 3(2) 2007 is a special issue: Shaping emerging technologies, innovations and futures. Papers discuss new approaches and perspectives to foresight methodologies. These approaches are expected to cater to the needs of the turbulent character of the emerging technology and dynamics of innovation system and their interrelationship, the policy implications for human resource in the context of continuous shift from an industrial economy to an information knowledge-based economy and a methodology to identify critical technologies for the regional innovation system.
Special issue: Supply chain planning, execution, modelling and optimisation in the Internet age
International Journal of Agile Systems and Management v1(4) 2006 is a special issue: Supply chain planning, execution, modelling and optimisation in the Internet age. These theoretical and case-based papers demonstrate that a body of knowledge and best practice surrounding supply chain planning, execution, modelling and optimisation in the Internet age, is beginning to emerge. The articles represent a spectrum of approaches to optimisation of supply chains influenced by the Internet to support agile systems and organisations. Papers reflect four major themes: The impact of Internet technology on supply chain agility; Information flows and supply chains; Modelling and optimising supply networks; New methods of supply chain forecasting and planning.
Special issue: Pervasive computing through networked sensing devices
Pervasive computing is the next generation computing environments with information and communication technology everywhere, for everyone, at all times. The technologies of wireless, ad hoc and sensor networks play important roles in pervasive computing. Sensing devices connected through wireless communication can capture, process and disseminate useful information surrounding us. The issues and challenges for the development of such technologies not only encompass a broad spectrum of research topics but also involve envisioning new multi-disciplinary applications that will change the way in which we live and work.
International Journal of Ad Hoc and Ubiquitous Computing v2(1/2) 2007 is a special issue (Pervasive computing through networked sensing devices) targeted at addressing the development of these issues, especially in medium access, routing, multicasting, data retrieval and information processing for wireless, ad hoc and sensor networks.
International Journal of Ad Hoc and Ubiquitous Computing v2(1/2) 2007 is a special issue (Pervasive computing through networked sensing devices) targeted at addressing the development of these issues, especially in medium access, routing, multicasting, data retrieval and information processing for wireless, ad hoc and sensor networks.
5 December 2006
Special issue : Context in autonomic communication and computing
International Journal of Internet Protocol Technology 2(1) 2007 is a special issue : Context in autonomic communication and computing. The area of autonomic communication and computing encompasses new paradigms for networking communication and computation. This next generation of systems will require a great degree of research in self-knowledge, self-management and introspective capability in order for such systems to gain an understanding of events and situations. A review: Challenges and research directions in autonomic communications is followed by theoretical papers and others on applications in health and multimedia.
3 December 2006
Special issue: Integrating mobility into the healthcare sector: the next generation of mobile health applications
International Journal of Electronic Healthcare 3(1) 2007 is a special issue: Integrating mobility into the healthcare sector: the next generation of mobile health applications. The papers broadly look at the design and development of mobile technologies and applications to support the provision and management of healthcare services within the hospital and home environments as well as exploring the possibilities for these technologies to provide healthcare ubiquitously. Through wireless, integrated networks, medical knowledge can be shared almost instantly enabling the provision and management of healthcare outside traditional working hours and beyond the traditional physical constraints.
Special issue: Supply chain issues from a Nordic context
International Journal of Integrated Supply Management 3(1) 2007 is a special issue: Supply chain issues from a Nordic context. Two papers focus on supply chain integration, though taking a different methodological angle - one is a case study while the other is based on an extended survey in all Nordic countries. A further article focuses on the transportation sector and the logistical challenges after the enlargement of the EU, while another focuses on the specialties of third party logistics relationships (TPL) in a Nordic context. The final article goes back to the roots of supply chain management in modelling the bullwhip effect in a case study.
Special issue: Franchising
International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Small Business 4(1) 2007 is a special issue: Franchising. A study on overseas expansion of North American franchises and is followed by a longitudinal study on the acceptance of the retail format of western convenience stores in Taiwan, a case study of the Athlete’s Foot franchise entering China, and two studies of franchising in Finland
Special issue: Future perspectives of technology assessment
International Journal of Foresight and Innovation Policy 3(1) 2007 is a special issue: Future perspectives of technology assessment. The main topics are: dealing with increased complexity of decision making in modern society; lessons learned from innovation studies, especially concerning the involvement of users in innovation policies; assessing the quality of foresight knowledge; considering the evaluator’s role of researchers in stakeholder dialogues; and analysing the requirements of technological transformation against the background of sustainable development.
Special issue on Connective technologies and their impact on manufacturing and logistics
International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management 10(1) 2007 is a special issue: Connective technologies and their impact on manufacturing and logistics, comprising 8 papers, mostly dealing with applications of RFID.
Special issue: Uncertainty management for supply chain competitiveness
International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management 7(1) 2007 is a special issue: Uncertainty management for supply chain competitiveness and covers recent research and developments in uncertainty management for supply chain competitiveness. It addresses theory building, theory testing and reports case studies and experience of best practice. It covers a range of techniques for managing uncertainty in various supply chains with contributions from Australia, Canada, Denmark, Greece, Hong Kong and the UK.
Special issue on cultural diversity and identity issues in sports organisations
International Journal of Sport Management and Marketing 2(1/2) 2007 is a special issue: Cultural diversity and identity issues in sports organisations and explores the dimensions of cultural diversity that relate to the marketing and management of sport. The research articles attend to factors and issues dealing with policy, inclusion, affirmative action legislations, identity, and equity in all aspects of sports organisations as well as related issues that have emerged within the context of cultural diversity.
It was the specific intent of this volume to focus upon several salient issues and factors: the politics of identity and representation in sports organisations, the
theorising sport and inclusion practices, accommodation and resistance to
diversity/equality, symbolic construction of sports communities, ethnocentrism and whiteness, ethnic identities and corporate managerialism, exploring alternative leadership paradigms, promoting equal opportunity within sports organisations.
It was the specific intent of this volume to focus upon several salient issues and factors: the politics of identity and representation in sports organisations, the
theorising sport and inclusion practices, accommodation and resistance to
diversity/equality, symbolic construction of sports communities, ethnocentrism and whiteness, ethnic identities and corporate managerialism, exploring alternative leadership paradigms, promoting equal opportunity within sports organisations.
Newly announced journal: International Journal of Technological Learning, Innovation and Development
International Journal of Technological Learning, Innovation and Development - to begin publication in 2008 - will be a multi-disciplinary journal devoted to the study of the nature of technological innovation processes, at the level of firms, industries/clusters, and countries, the various influences on such processes as well as their implications for industrial growth, techno-economic and social development in the context of contemporary late-industrialising countries.
Innovation will be studied from a comprehensive perspective to encompass imitation, assimilation, experimentation, continuous improvement and research-based activities on the basis of their technical, organisational, managerial and institutional dimensions. This broad approach to the study of innovation will help uncover the dynamics and intricacies of the processes of accumulation and sustainability of innovative capabilities in developing countries. The themes will be explored within a broad spectrum of economic activities including sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture and a wide range of service activities, from health care systems to banking and their varied intersections.
Innovation will be studied from a comprehensive perspective to encompass imitation, assimilation, experimentation, continuous improvement and research-based activities on the basis of their technical, organisational, managerial and institutional dimensions. This broad approach to the study of innovation will help uncover the dynamics and intricacies of the processes of accumulation and sustainability of innovative capabilities in developing countries. The themes will be explored within a broad spectrum of economic activities including sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture and a wide range of service activities, from health care systems to banking and their varied intersections.
Inderscience sponsors the Information Professionals' Christmas Party 2006
Inderscience Publishers was delighted to be the Gold sponsor of the Information Professionals' Christmas Party 2006, held on 27th November in the Science Museum, London.
The party is an annual event, held by the Association of UK Media Librarians (AUKML), the British & Irish Association of Law Librarians (BIALL), the City Information Group (CiG), the City Legal Information Group (CLIG), the Industrial and Commercial Libraries Group (ICLG), and SLA Europe (the European Chapter of the Special Libraries Association).
The party was very well attended, and we hope to feature some pictures in future posts to this blog.
All attendees received a voucher entitling them to a complimentary subscription to any one of over 100 new Inderscience journals published in 2005-2007. If for any reason you have misplaced your voucher, please contact webmaster@inderscience.com
Subject areas covered by Inderscience include:
Computing, Internet and ICT;
Economics, Accounting and Finance;
Education, Learning and Human Resources Development;
Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development;
Healthcare and Leisure;
Management, Business Administration and Law;
Public Policy and Public Administration;
Risk Assessment, Safety and Emergency Management;
Science, Engineering and Technology.
One lucky party-goer also won the evening's top prize, donated by Inderscience - a free, one-year subscription to all new Inderscience journal titles, plus an iPod nano!
More details will appear shortly.
The party is an annual event, held by the Association of UK Media Librarians (AUKML), the British & Irish Association of Law Librarians (BIALL), the City Information Group (CiG), the City Legal Information Group (CLIG), the Industrial and Commercial Libraries Group (ICLG), and SLA Europe (the European Chapter of the Special Libraries Association).
The party was very well attended, and we hope to feature some pictures in future posts to this blog.
All attendees received a voucher entitling them to a complimentary subscription to any one of over 100 new Inderscience journals published in 2005-2007. If for any reason you have misplaced your voucher, please contact webmaster@inderscience.com
Subject areas covered by Inderscience include:
Computing, Internet and ICT;
Economics, Accounting and Finance;
Education, Learning and Human Resources Development;
Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development;
Healthcare and Leisure;
Management, Business Administration and Law;
Public Policy and Public Administration;
Risk Assessment, Safety and Emergency Management;
Science, Engineering and Technology.
One lucky party-goer also won the evening's top prize, donated by Inderscience - a free, one-year subscription to all new Inderscience journal titles, plus an iPod nano!
More details will appear shortly.
2 December 2006
Call for papers: Game Theory Applications in Operations Research and Management Science
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/callpaper.php?callID=557
Call for papers: Game Theory Applications in Operations Research and Management Science
A special issue of the International Journal of Operational Research (IJOR)
Important Dates
Submission due to Guest Editor : 4 May 2007
Papers reviewed : 20 August 2007
Decisions to the authors : 1 October 2007
Final revised version of accepted papers : 15 February 2008
Guest Editor: Dr. Soheil Sibdari, University of Massachusetts, USA
Traditional research in operations research, especially in retail and service management, assumes that the agents behave according to an isolated system structure. In reality, especially with emerging new technologies such as the internet, the markets are more dynamic, with an environment managed by multiple agents whose behavior influences each others' payoff.
Recently, the operations research literature has experienced a growing interest in using game theory tools to tackle incentive-related problems with multiple agents. Competitors, consumers, retailers, and suppliers are self-interest agents whose actions affect each other benefits and optimal decisions. In such an environment, the decision of the agents affects each agent’s payoff. Therefore, game-theoretic tools can interact with other optimisation models to address the problems with multiple agents.
Although game theory has been very well studied in economic literature, there are not many studies practicing supply chains using practical research in game theory. The goal of this special issue is to collect recent studies in service and supply chain management using game theoretic models to address this gap.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Game Theory Applications in Operations Research and Management Science
A special issue of the International Journal of Operational Research (IJOR)
Important Dates
Submission due to Guest Editor : 4 May 2007
Papers reviewed : 20 August 2007
Decisions to the authors : 1 October 2007
Final revised version of accepted papers : 15 February 2008
Guest Editor: Dr. Soheil Sibdari, University of Massachusetts, USA
Traditional research in operations research, especially in retail and service management, assumes that the agents behave according to an isolated system structure. In reality, especially with emerging new technologies such as the internet, the markets are more dynamic, with an environment managed by multiple agents whose behavior influences each others' payoff.
Recently, the operations research literature has experienced a growing interest in using game theory tools to tackle incentive-related problems with multiple agents. Competitors, consumers, retailers, and suppliers are self-interest agents whose actions affect each other benefits and optimal decisions. In such an environment, the decision of the agents affects each agent’s payoff. Therefore, game-theoretic tools can interact with other optimisation models to address the problems with multiple agents.
Although game theory has been very well studied in economic literature, there are not many studies practicing supply chains using practical research in game theory. The goal of this special issue is to collect recent studies in service and supply chain management using game theoretic models to address this gap.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Advanced Ceramics: Innovative Strategies for Their Preparation, Characterisation and Modelling
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Call for papers: Advanced Ceramics: Innovative Strategies for Their Preparation, Characterisation and Modelling
A special issue of the International Journal of Materials and Product Technology (IJMPT)
Important Dates
Deadline for submission : 1 May 2007
Guest Editor: Professor Valeria Cannillo, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
Ceramics are widely used as high-performance materials for several applications. Structural and functional ceramic materials are increasingly utilised to work under new demanding conditions. Advanced ceramics are being used in several fields such as engineering materials (e.g. composites), biomaterials (e.g. orthopaedic prostheses such as hip implants and dentistry), coatings (e.g. for wear applications and as thermal barrier coatings), just to mention a few examples. Moreover, with the advent of nanoscience and nanotechnology, ceramic nanostructured materials have drawn significant attention to their potential applications.
Papers related to all aspects of advanced ceramics are invited. Emphasis will be given to novel processing routes, characterisation techniques and models able to predict the material behaviour. This special issue is intended to be a forum for discussing all the aspects related to the current state of the art of the development and investigation of innovative ceramics, future trends and challenges.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Advanced Ceramics: Innovative Strategies for Their Preparation, Characterisation and Modelling
A special issue of the International Journal of Materials and Product Technology (IJMPT)
Important Dates
Deadline for submission : 1 May 2007
Guest Editor: Professor Valeria Cannillo, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy
Ceramics are widely used as high-performance materials for several applications. Structural and functional ceramic materials are increasingly utilised to work under new demanding conditions. Advanced ceramics are being used in several fields such as engineering materials (e.g. composites), biomaterials (e.g. orthopaedic prostheses such as hip implants and dentistry), coatings (e.g. for wear applications and as thermal barrier coatings), just to mention a few examples. Moreover, with the advent of nanoscience and nanotechnology, ceramic nanostructured materials have drawn significant attention to their potential applications.
Papers related to all aspects of advanced ceramics are invited. Emphasis will be given to novel processing routes, characterisation techniques and models able to predict the material behaviour. This special issue is intended to be a forum for discussing all the aspects related to the current state of the art of the development and investigation of innovative ceramics, future trends and challenges.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Virtual Learning and Knowledge Sharing
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Call for papers: Virtual Learning and Knowledge Sharing
A special issue of the International Journal of Networking and Virtual Organisations (IJNVO)
Important Dates
Three-page extended abstract by : 15 February 2007
Notification of full paper submission sent to the lead author by : 15 March 2007
Manuscripts must be sent no later than : 1 June 2007
Guest Editors:
Judith Molka-Danielsen, Molde University College, Norway
Rajeev K Bali, Coventry University, UK
Nilmini Wickramasinghe, Illinois Institute of Technology, USA
Virtual learning is an emerging strategy for many universities and learning organisations. Universities receive pressure from competitive business environments to ensure their graduates have the right skills to prepare them for work in the modern workplace. Depending on the students background, many skills can be difficult to acquire through traditional classroom experiences. Recent research suggests that the mind learns through storing actual experiences and constructing patterns and connections among them. As such, virtual technologies and environments can externalise some of the functions of the mind, and through their use, allow educators to study and produce learning. Further, virtual learning environments can support learning in social contexts as they can support social networks and transfer of knowledge.
Knowledge sharing in organisations and communities has become a critical factor to group success. In particular, among the “right skills” demanded of workers are social and interactive skills. These are based on the ever-increasing challenges on individual cognitive skills and the fact that the work often necessitates team based collaborations to achieve goals. Conditions on workers can be additive as they are faced with increasing time pressure to acquire new skills and to learn about new technologies. Yet another confounding factor may be that knowledge sharing must be implemented among members who are mobile or geographically dispersed.
Given these complex factors, modern organisations are challenged with the task of tracking how knowledge is created, who knows what, and how to capture personal tacit knowledge of the individual and to transfer it more effectively to their communities or organisations.
Virtual learning and knowledge sharing are in essence a related strategy. Virtual learning will open new opportunities for knowledge creation and sharing. Through information technologies, virtual learning can be integrated into organisational and community learning strategies. Given the growing virtual and dispersed nature of our work, we dedicate this special issue of IJNVO to virtual learning and knowledge sharing.
Suitable topics include but are not limited to :
* Virtual learning technologies applied in business and communities of practice;
* New teaching methodologies including the use of virtual learning in education and academic development;
* Knowledge sharing strategies and organisational structures supported through IT for network building;
* Case studies of learning organisations methods and technologies in use;
* Case studies of cross sector knowledge sharing;
* Scaffolding learning through virtual environments;
* Assessment of virtual learning in education, business and communities of practice;
* Personalised strategies for knowledge tracking and transfer in organisations.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Virtual Learning and Knowledge Sharing
A special issue of the International Journal of Networking and Virtual Organisations (IJNVO)
Important Dates
Three-page extended abstract by : 15 February 2007
Notification of full paper submission sent to the lead author by : 15 March 2007
Manuscripts must be sent no later than : 1 June 2007
Guest Editors:
Judith Molka-Danielsen, Molde University College, Norway
Rajeev K Bali, Coventry University, UK
Nilmini Wickramasinghe, Illinois Institute of Technology, USA
Virtual learning is an emerging strategy for many universities and learning organisations. Universities receive pressure from competitive business environments to ensure their graduates have the right skills to prepare them for work in the modern workplace. Depending on the students background, many skills can be difficult to acquire through traditional classroom experiences. Recent research suggests that the mind learns through storing actual experiences and constructing patterns and connections among them. As such, virtual technologies and environments can externalise some of the functions of the mind, and through their use, allow educators to study and produce learning. Further, virtual learning environments can support learning in social contexts as they can support social networks and transfer of knowledge.
Knowledge sharing in organisations and communities has become a critical factor to group success. In particular, among the “right skills” demanded of workers are social and interactive skills. These are based on the ever-increasing challenges on individual cognitive skills and the fact that the work often necessitates team based collaborations to achieve goals. Conditions on workers can be additive as they are faced with increasing time pressure to acquire new skills and to learn about new technologies. Yet another confounding factor may be that knowledge sharing must be implemented among members who are mobile or geographically dispersed.
Given these complex factors, modern organisations are challenged with the task of tracking how knowledge is created, who knows what, and how to capture personal tacit knowledge of the individual and to transfer it more effectively to their communities or organisations.
Virtual learning and knowledge sharing are in essence a related strategy. Virtual learning will open new opportunities for knowledge creation and sharing. Through information technologies, virtual learning can be integrated into organisational and community learning strategies. Given the growing virtual and dispersed nature of our work, we dedicate this special issue of IJNVO to virtual learning and knowledge sharing.
Suitable topics include but are not limited to :
* Virtual learning technologies applied in business and communities of practice;
* New teaching methodologies including the use of virtual learning in education and academic development;
* Knowledge sharing strategies and organisational structures supported through IT for network building;
* Case studies of learning organisations methods and technologies in use;
* Case studies of cross sector knowledge sharing;
* Scaffolding learning through virtual environments;
* Assessment of virtual learning in education, business and communities of practice;
* Personalised strategies for knowledge tracking and transfer in organisations.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Molecular Manufacturing
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Call for papers: Molecular Manufacturing
A special issue of the International Journal of Molecular Engineering (IJME)
Important dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts : 31 May 2007
Communication of peer reviews to authors : 31 July 2007
Deadline for revised manuscripts : 30 September 2007
Guest Editors:
Professor Waqar Ahmed, University of Ulster, UK
Professor Mark J. Jackson, Purdue University, USA
Dr. Nasar Ali, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Dr. Xianfang Zhu, Xiamen University, China
Nature already uses atomic and molecular level engineering within cells, organelles, tissues, and organs to create a vast array of functional structures. Engineers are beginning to develop techniques that allow the creation and development of a whole range of materials and structures that will have a huge range of applications ranging from medical products, pharmaceutical drugs, new materials, nano robots, molecular machines, 3-D intelligent structures, and novel electronic devices.
The fabrication and manufacturing of conventional devices relies on the assembly of macroscopic building blocks with specific configurations. At the nanoscale, top-down manufacturing techniques are extremely challenging and a chemical approach is required to build nanostuctures. Tiny molecular building blocks are assembled with incredible precision and structural control with defined shapes, properties, and functions. Larger structures are formed from smaller structures using bottom-up chemical strategies. Indeed, we are starting to see the emergence of beautiful and ingenious examples of molecular-based strategies to fabricate and manufacture chemically nanoscaled building blocks for use in functional materials and innovative devices.
This special inaugural issue on molecular manufacturing is aimed at focusing the recent developments in fabrication and manufacturing of molecular devices.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Molecular Manufacturing
A special issue of the International Journal of Molecular Engineering (IJME)
Important dates:
Deadline for submission of manuscripts : 31 May 2007
Communication of peer reviews to authors : 31 July 2007
Deadline for revised manuscripts : 30 September 2007
Guest Editors:
Professor Waqar Ahmed, University of Ulster, UK
Professor Mark J. Jackson, Purdue University, USA
Dr. Nasar Ali, University of Aveiro, Portugal
Dr. Xianfang Zhu, Xiamen University, China
Nature already uses atomic and molecular level engineering within cells, organelles, tissues, and organs to create a vast array of functional structures. Engineers are beginning to develop techniques that allow the creation and development of a whole range of materials and structures that will have a huge range of applications ranging from medical products, pharmaceutical drugs, new materials, nano robots, molecular machines, 3-D intelligent structures, and novel electronic devices.
The fabrication and manufacturing of conventional devices relies on the assembly of macroscopic building blocks with specific configurations. At the nanoscale, top-down manufacturing techniques are extremely challenging and a chemical approach is required to build nanostuctures. Tiny molecular building blocks are assembled with incredible precision and structural control with defined shapes, properties, and functions. Larger structures are formed from smaller structures using bottom-up chemical strategies. Indeed, we are starting to see the emergence of beautiful and ingenious examples of molecular-based strategies to fabricate and manufacture chemically nanoscaled building blocks for use in functional materials and innovative devices.
This special inaugural issue on molecular manufacturing is aimed at focusing the recent developments in fabrication and manufacturing of molecular devices.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Mergers and Acquisitions, Financial Systems Restructuring and Corporate Ownership Control Issues
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Call for papers: Mergers and Acquisitions, Financial Systems Restructuring and Corporate Ownership Control Issues
A special issue of the International Journal of Financial Services Management (IJFSM)
Important dates:
Manuscripts should be submitted no later than : 27 April 2007.
Guest Editor: Dr. Dimitrios Asteriou, City University, London, UK
Mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and corporate ownership controls are a big part of the corporate finance world. Every day, investment bankers arrange M&A transactions, which bring separate companies together to form larger ones.
The aim of this special issue is to attempt to cover all issues of Corporate Governance, namely mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and ownership, control and governance around the world.
Papers are expected to address issues regarding motives and reasons for mergers, benefits and costs of mergers, the mechanics of a merger and how mergers affect the economy. In the issue of corporate restructuring interesting topics may include leveraged buyouts and/or management buyouts, spin-offs and curve-outs, conglomerates and the issue of bankruptcy. Finally, the role of ownership control and structure on the effectiveness and profitability of the firm is clearly an issue that demands further exploration in empirical finance.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Mergers and Acquisitions, Financial Systems Restructuring and Corporate Ownership Control Issues
A special issue of the International Journal of Financial Services Management (IJFSM)
Important dates:
Manuscripts should be submitted no later than : 27 April 2007.
Guest Editor: Dr. Dimitrios Asteriou, City University, London, UK
Mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and corporate ownership controls are a big part of the corporate finance world. Every day, investment bankers arrange M&A transactions, which bring separate companies together to form larger ones.
The aim of this special issue is to attempt to cover all issues of Corporate Governance, namely mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring and ownership, control and governance around the world.
Papers are expected to address issues regarding motives and reasons for mergers, benefits and costs of mergers, the mechanics of a merger and how mergers affect the economy. In the issue of corporate restructuring interesting topics may include leveraged buyouts and/or management buyouts, spin-offs and curve-outs, conglomerates and the issue of bankruptcy. Finally, the role of ownership control and structure on the effectiveness and profitability of the firm is clearly an issue that demands further exploration in empirical finance.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
26 November 2006
Special issue on advances in cutting tools and their applications
International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials v1(3) 2006 is a special issue: Advances in Cutting Tools and Their Applications. This collection of invited papers is mainly on cutting tools and their applications in machining operations. A wide variety of different topics are addressed ranging from coated tools, gradient tools, self-lubricating tools, milling cutter for high-speed machining, abrasive diamond wire saw, machinability of nickel-based super-alloys and intelligent selection system for tool materials.
International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials moves to 6 issues in 2008
The International Journal of Machining and Machinability of Materials becomes the fifth Inderscience title to announce already an increase in the number of its issues in 2008. It will move from four to six issues at the end of next year, following its successful launch earlier this year.
24 November 2006
Call for papers: Computer Applications in Knowledge-Based Systems
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Call for papers: Computer Applications in Knowledge-Based Systems
A special issue of the International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology (IJCAT)
Important Dates:
Submission of full paper before: 31 March 2007
Notification of acceptance before: 31 May 2007
Submission of final and revised manuscripts: 1 July 2007
Guest Editors:
Jun-ichi Aoe, Tokushima University, Japan
Kazuhiko Tsuda and Setsuya Kurahashi, University of Tsukuba, Japan
Masakazu Takahashi, Shimane University, Japan
Knowledge-based systems provide intelligent assistance in solving any problem. They can be used not only as systems within engineering, but also within management, marketing, internet, communication, networking, psychology, education, etc. The research and development of these systems which exploit knowledge in the target domain is at the forefront of modern research.
This special issue is intended to present applications of knowledge-based systems. Submitted papers are expected to postulate diverse problems, models and solutions for these applications.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Computer Applications in Knowledge-Based Systems
A special issue of the International Journal of Computer Applications in Technology (IJCAT)
Important Dates:
Submission of full paper before: 31 March 2007
Notification of acceptance before: 31 May 2007
Submission of final and revised manuscripts: 1 July 2007
Guest Editors:
Jun-ichi Aoe, Tokushima University, Japan
Kazuhiko Tsuda and Setsuya Kurahashi, University of Tsukuba, Japan
Masakazu Takahashi, Shimane University, Japan
Knowledge-based systems provide intelligent assistance in solving any problem. They can be used not only as systems within engineering, but also within management, marketing, internet, communication, networking, psychology, education, etc. The research and development of these systems which exploit knowledge in the target domain is at the forefront of modern research.
This special issue is intended to present applications of knowledge-based systems. Submitted papers are expected to postulate diverse problems, models and solutions for these applications.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Human Resource Development/Management in Lean Production
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Call for papers: Human Resource Development/Management in Lean Production
A special issue of the International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management (IJHRDM)
Important dates:
Manuscripts due: 16 April, 2007
Notification: 18 June, 2007
Final manuscript due: 3 September, 2007
Guest Editors: Professor David Preece, University of Teesside, UK and Professor Robert Jones, Swinburne University of Technology, Australia
Extensive literatures have built up over the years relating to a) Human Resource Management/Development (HRM/D), b) Lean Production (LP). In both cases, these literatures can be provisionally disaggregated into writings which take a strong normative orientation, writings which are primarily concerned with theory development, and work which is concerned to report empirical findings within a given theoretical framework (in some cases this may lead to suggestions for theory development).
Some work, of course, has addressed both HRM/D and LP, that is to say has explored/discussed some aspect of HRM/D in a LP context, but usually the examination of HRM/D here is derivative, in the sense that the primary focus is upon such matters as shop floor working practices, management organisation in LP, team working in LP, surveillance and control in LP regimes, etc, etc. Here, HRM/D is not the primary interest of the writer/researcher, but, rather, is discussed in so far as there are 'HRM/D' implications emerging from and/or forming part of the aforementioned areas of interest, such that, for example, it is necessary to look at training and development provision/implications, whether HRM/D specialists have been involved and if so in what sort of way and with what results.
This Special Issue foregrounds both LP and HRM/D. We are seeking papers which fall into one or other of the latter two 'camps' outlined above, that is those which advance theory in the HRM/D and LP area, or, and especially, those which are theoretically-informed (and may contribute to theory development) and are empirically-based-in other words, present some new data relating to some aspect of HRM/D practice/organisation in LP environments. We believe that it is important that up-to-date knowledge and understanding of such practices and/or organisation is consolidated into a vehicle such as a Special Issue, given the widespread adoption of various forms of LP practice throughout the world, the pervasive HRM/D implications-and, possibly, precursors, of such practice and the relative lack of reliable, focused research in this area.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Human Resource Development/Management in Lean Production
A special issue of the International Journal of Human Resources Development and Management (IJHRDM)
Important dates:
Manuscripts due: 16 April, 2007
Notification: 18 June, 2007
Final manuscript due: 3 September, 2007
Guest Editors: Professor David Preece, University of Teesside, UK and Professor Robert Jones, Swinburne University of Technology, Australia
Extensive literatures have built up over the years relating to a) Human Resource Management/Development (HRM/D), b) Lean Production (LP). In both cases, these literatures can be provisionally disaggregated into writings which take a strong normative orientation, writings which are primarily concerned with theory development, and work which is concerned to report empirical findings within a given theoretical framework (in some cases this may lead to suggestions for theory development).
Some work, of course, has addressed both HRM/D and LP, that is to say has explored/discussed some aspect of HRM/D in a LP context, but usually the examination of HRM/D here is derivative, in the sense that the primary focus is upon such matters as shop floor working practices, management organisation in LP, team working in LP, surveillance and control in LP regimes, etc, etc. Here, HRM/D is not the primary interest of the writer/researcher, but, rather, is discussed in so far as there are 'HRM/D' implications emerging from and/or forming part of the aforementioned areas of interest, such that, for example, it is necessary to look at training and development provision/implications, whether HRM/D specialists have been involved and if so in what sort of way and with what results.
This Special Issue foregrounds both LP and HRM/D. We are seeking papers which fall into one or other of the latter two 'camps' outlined above, that is those which advance theory in the HRM/D and LP area, or, and especially, those which are theoretically-informed (and may contribute to theory development) and are empirically-based-in other words, present some new data relating to some aspect of HRM/D practice/organisation in LP environments. We believe that it is important that up-to-date knowledge and understanding of such practices and/or organisation is consolidated into a vehicle such as a Special Issue, given the widespread adoption of various forms of LP practice throughout the world, the pervasive HRM/D implications-and, possibly, precursors, of such practice and the relative lack of reliable, focused research in this area.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Biomass Energy in Developing Countries
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Call for papers: Biomass Energy in Developing Countries
A special issue of the International Journal of Global Energy Issues (IJGEI)
Important dates:
Submission: 20 March, 2007
Review process: 20 March-20 May, 2007
Revised submissions: July, 2007
Guest Editor: Professor Liu Ronghou, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, P.R.China
The main objective of this special issue is to address issues related to the theory and experimental research and case studies in the field of biomass energy including resource, conversion technologies, utilisation of bio-energy, and techno-economic assessment in developing countries.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Biomass Energy in Developing Countries
A special issue of the International Journal of Global Energy Issues (IJGEI)
Important dates:
Submission: 20 March, 2007
Review process: 20 March-20 May, 2007
Revised submissions: July, 2007
Guest Editor: Professor Liu Ronghou, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, P.R.China
The main objective of this special issue is to address issues related to the theory and experimental research and case studies in the field of biomass energy including resource, conversion technologies, utilisation of bio-energy, and techno-economic assessment in developing countries.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Role of Enabling Technologies in Optimising Supply Chain Activities
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Call for papers: Role of Enabling Technologies in Optimising Supply Chain Activities
A special issue of the International Journal of Value Chain Management (IJVCM)
Important dates:
Manuscript submission: 31 May 2007
Reviewer reports: 31 August 2007
Revised paper submission: 31 October 2007
Final manuscript submission: 30 November 2007
Guest Editors: Dr. K. L. Choy and Dr. Henry C.W. Lau, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and Dr. Felix T. S. Chan, University of Hong Kong
Demand for customer-tailored products and time-to-market present great challenges for fixed and linear supply chains that are competing in today’s market. While the prevalent linear supply chain model is supported by physical infrastructure that includes plants, trucks, rail, shipping lines, physical distribution points, including retail outlets and warehouses, the new envisioned model for product supply chain will be built around entities such as, people, information and smart products.
In addition, constant innovation in managing information and strategy is required for a sustainable enterprise as it responds to today’s business demands in a much more dynamic environment. Hence, in order to succeed in an unpredictable competitive marketplace, enterprises need to manage their supply chain activities, information, technologies and strategy effectively and innovatively.
Supply chain and logistics enabling technologies have taken a prominent role to integrate people, information and products across traditional supply chain boundaries including management of various manufacturing, logistics and retailing operations such as in manufacturing, warehousing and distribution of goods. Therefore, optimisation models integrating with web-based systems as well as smart materials represented by actuators and sensors, tagging represented by global positional system and radio frequency identification technology tags, and decentralised processing among trading partners can create a new manufacturing, logistics and distribution processes that provide a dynamically controlled supply chain network.
This Special Issue aims to align latest practice, innovation and case studies with academic frameworks and theories. It will include the latest research results and efforts at different levels including quick-response system, theoretical performance analysis, performance and capability demonstration, hoping to cover the role of enabling technologies in optimising supply chain activities. Prospective papers should be unpublished and present novel, fundamental research offering innovative contribution either from a methodological or an application perspective.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
Call for papers: Role of Enabling Technologies in Optimising Supply Chain Activities
A special issue of the International Journal of Value Chain Management (IJVCM)
Important dates:
Manuscript submission: 31 May 2007
Reviewer reports: 31 August 2007
Revised paper submission: 31 October 2007
Final manuscript submission: 30 November 2007
Guest Editors: Dr. K. L. Choy and Dr. Henry C.W. Lau, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and Dr. Felix T. S. Chan, University of Hong Kong
Demand for customer-tailored products and time-to-market present great challenges for fixed and linear supply chains that are competing in today’s market. While the prevalent linear supply chain model is supported by physical infrastructure that includes plants, trucks, rail, shipping lines, physical distribution points, including retail outlets and warehouses, the new envisioned model for product supply chain will be built around entities such as, people, information and smart products.
In addition, constant innovation in managing information and strategy is required for a sustainable enterprise as it responds to today’s business demands in a much more dynamic environment. Hence, in order to succeed in an unpredictable competitive marketplace, enterprises need to manage their supply chain activities, information, technologies and strategy effectively and innovatively.
Supply chain and logistics enabling technologies have taken a prominent role to integrate people, information and products across traditional supply chain boundaries including management of various manufacturing, logistics and retailing operations such as in manufacturing, warehousing and distribution of goods. Therefore, optimisation models integrating with web-based systems as well as smart materials represented by actuators and sensors, tagging represented by global positional system and radio frequency identification technology tags, and decentralised processing among trading partners can create a new manufacturing, logistics and distribution processes that provide a dynamically controlled supply chain network.
This Special Issue aims to align latest practice, innovation and case studies with academic frameworks and theories. It will include the latest research results and efforts at different levels including quick-response system, theoretical performance analysis, performance and capability demonstration, hoping to cover the role of enabling technologies in optimising supply chain activities. Prospective papers should be unpublished and present novel, fundamental research offering innovative contribution either from a methodological or an application perspective.
For more information, please see the Journal Call for Papers website.
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