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On 18 Sep. 2024, Dr. Jeremy P. Allen, Executive Editor of the Royal Society of Chemistry, delivered an insightful lecture at the Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences (IPE), organized by Industrial Chemistry & Materials. His talk, titled “Publishing for Impact: A Guide to Peer Review and Tips & Tricks to Make Your Paper Stand Out,” provided a comprehensive overview of the scientific publishing landscape.

The lecture was hosted by Prof. Mingshui Yao of IPE. Dr. Allen’s presentation covered various key aspects of publishing, including the role of a scientific publisher, essential tips for writing a successful research paper, submission requirements, the peer-review process, publication ethics, and open access options. He also introduced the Royal Society of Chemistry and shared practical advice to help researchers enhance the visibility and impact of their work. The lecture was simultaneously live-streamed across multiple platforms, attracting an online audience of over 8,500 viewers.

The atmosphere at the event was vibrant, with many attendees eagerly participating in the discussion and posing insightful questions. Dr. Allen’s extensive experience and insights provided valuable guidance to the researchers, emphasizing the Royal Society of Chemistry’s commitment to fostering innovative ideas and upholding ethical standards in academic publishing.

About Dr. Jeremy P. Allen:

Dr. Jeremy P. Allen joined the Royal Society of Chemistry in 2014 as a Publishing Editor, initially working on the journals Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics and Nanoscale. In 2018, he became the Deputy Editor for Chemical Science. Since early 2022, Dr. Allen has served as the Executive Editor for Materials Advances and Nanoscale Advances, leading the development of these journals and collaborating closely with their Editorial Boards. He is also the Executive Editor of two newly launched journals, RSC Applied Interfaces and RSC Applied Polymers.

During the 34th CCS Congress, Professor Gill Reid, President of the Royal Society of Chemistry, had a thorough and cordial exchange with the Editorial Office of Industrial Chemistry & Materials (ICM). Professor Reid highlighted the journal’s crucial role in bridging academic and industrial research, emphasizing its importance in translating lab discoveries into industrial processes that benefit society.

Professor Reid said, “The ICM journal is a vital example of bringing academic and industrial communities together, ensuring effective feedback and producing the best outcomes in chemistry. This collaboration is essential for addressing global challenges and sustainable development goals.”

This recognition underscores the ICM journal’s importance in advancing chemical research and its practical applications, earning high praise from the international chemistry community.

                       

The 34th Chinese Chemical Society (CCS) Congress was held in Guangzhou, China, June 15-18, 2024, themed “Toward Higher Quality Chemistry Research.” Industrial Chemistry & Materials (ICM) participated the congress and hosted several notable activities, including the 2023 Outstanding Reviewer Awards Ceremony and a “Meet the Editor” session.

2023 Outstanding Reviewer Awards Ceremony

Professor Gill Reid, President of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), presented certificates to the invited outstanding reviewers of RSC journals. ICM honored 38 outstanding reviewers for their exceptional contributions to the journal in 2023. Among them were Dr. Yanbin Fan (Dow Chemical China Investment Co Ltd, China) and Dr. Gang Feng (Nanchang University, China), who attended the event in person. This recognition underscores the crucial role that reviewers play in maintaining the high standards of ICM, ensuring the publication of impactful and rigorous research.

“Meet the Editor” Session

The “Meet the Editor” session was a vibrant and engaging event which provided an invaluable opportunity for attendees to interact directly with key figures from the ICM Editorial team. Take this opportunity, the Editorial Office of ICM communicated with Professor Gill Reid, ICM Associate Editor Professor Quanhong Yang, RSC Publisher Dr. Jeanne Andres, and Executive Editor Dr. Richard Kelly. They engaged in deep discussions about the journal’s current developments and future directions, reflecting ICM’s commitment to advancing the field of industrial chemistry.

Engaging Activities and Lucky Draw

To show appreciation for the continued support from the academic community, ICM organized a special lucky draw. Participants had the chance to win custom ICM memorabilia, which added excitement and a sense of community to the event. In addition, the booth attracted a large number of audiences who participated in a popular check-in photo activity. This allowed attendees to capture memorable moments and demonstrate their support for our journal. The enthusiastic participation highlighted the strong engagement and interest in ICM among the attendees.

Highlights of ICM’s Participation in the last CCS Congress (2023, Qingdao)

• New Journal Meetup
• Sponsorship of the Outstanding Poster Award— Biomass Session
• Sponsorship of the Outstanding Oral Award— Porous Material Session
• Sponsorship of the Outstanding Flash Oral Award— CO2 Utilization
• Check-in photo Activity
• Share Sweet Cake

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On April 11, 2024, Industrial Chemistry & Materials (ICM) marked its first anniversary with a successful online forum and Meet the Editors event in China. Editor-in-Chief Professor Suojiang Zhang opened the event, highlighting ICM’s mission and achievements. Associate Editor Professor Quanhong Yang and Professor Tierui Zhang, along with eight other top scholars, shared the latest research advancements and answered audience questions.

The forum, hosted by Professors Jieshan Qiu, Yuen Wu, and Jianxin Zou, was streamed live on multiple platforms, garnering over 65,000 views and enthusiastic interactions from viewers.

Thanks to all the scholars for their support as ICM’s editorial board members, authors, reviewers, and readers throughout this past year. ICM remains dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary research and application-oriented studies, and looks forward to future academic exchange events.

                       

The 1^st Industrial Electrochemistry Innovation and Development Forum and the 18^th National Symposium on Organic Electrochemistry and Industry were held in Changchun, China, from May 8^th to May 10^th. The conference theme is “Industrial Electrochemistry-Clean, Green, Efficient, and Economical Electrochemical Processes”, which aligns with the mission of Industrial Chemistry & Materials—focusing on the application-oriented innovative research.

Therefore, in conjunction with this conference, Industrial Chemistry & Materials has established the ICM Youth Innovation Award to celebrate the remarkable achievements and innovative contributions of early career scientists in the field of electrochemistry.

The winners of this award are:

Dr. Xun Huang, Chongqing University.

Dr. Hui Chen, Jilin University

Dr. Yinlong Zhu, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

Dr. Wei Chen, Hunan University

Dr. Bingzhang Lu, Xi’an Jiaotong University

These young scientists have demonstrated exceptional dedication and creativity, pushing the boundaries of related field. Their work not only advances scientific understanding but also holds great potential for practical applications that can benefit industrial chemistry and materials.

Join us to congratulate the winners!