Call for Papers: The 68th Special Feature of Electrochemistry

March 22, 2023

The 68th Special Feature of Electrochemistry

“Development of Electrochemical Measurement Techniques and Devices to Understand Biological Functions”
(Electrochemistry to Understand Biological Functions)

Electrochemistry Editorial Board
Bioengineering Research Group
The Electrochemical Society of Japan

   The field of bioelectrochemistry is expanding from basic research on essential understandings of life phenomena to applied research such as the development of biomolecular measurement devices, sensors using redox enzymes, and fuel cells. In this context, various analytical techniques are being developed, such as monitoring cellular dynamics by electrochemical measurement of a single cell and construction of sensing devices. Then fundamental technologies that lead to new understanding of biological functions are being created. Therefore, we are planning the special feature titled “Development of electrochemical measurement techniques and devices to understand biological functions”. We look forward to receiving submissions of interesting research results that will help us to understand the essence of life through electrochemistry.

   This special feature was proposed by the Bioengineering Research Group composed of comprehensive papers requested by guest editors from the Research Group and articles, communication, notes, etc. submitted from the ECSJ and related group members. We welcome submissions from a wide range of fields, including new ideas and proposals for measurement and analysis methods in the field of bioelectrochemistry, electrochemical understanding of biological functions, and the construction of devices based on such understanding.

Types of Papers
・Article, Communication, Note, and Comprehensive Paper
・Invited Papers are planned by the recommendation of Bioengineering Research Group.
・Review papers must be recommended by the Society or the Society’s Committee.

Keywords
Bioelectrochemistry, Biomolecule, Cell, Monitoring, Sensing, and Device.

Language
English

Guest Editors
Osamu Shirai (Kyoto University)
Ryutaro Asano (Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology)
Hisakage Funabashi (Hiroshima University)

Publication procedure
   Please refer to the website of the journal, where ORCID, Supporting Information. Abstract Graphics are recommended. Please read Paper Submission Policy and Instructions for Authors carefully before submitting your paper.
Paper Submission Policy: https://journal.electrochem.jp/instructions/policy_en.pdf
Instructions for Authors: https://doi.org/10.5796/electrochemistry.21-S0002

Article Processing Charge (APC)
   The article processing charge (APC) is 150,000 yen (including VAT). However, members of the society are entitled to a 2/3 reduction of the article processing charge to 50,000 yen (including VAT). For details, please refer to the above submission guide. APC support will also be applied to an author approved by Bioengineering Research Group. For details, please contact the secretariat of Bioengineering Research Group.

Deadline

• Application for Submission: August 25, 2023 (Fri)
  Please fill out and submit the designated site:
  https://journal.electrochem.jp/sf68.html
• Submission deadline: October 25, 2023 (Wed)
  Please read the submission instructions carefully and submit your paper electronically from the designated site (https://www.editorialmanager.com/electrochemistry/). At the time of submission, please specify that the submission is for the 68th Special feature on “Electrochemistry to Understand Biological Functions.”
• Peer-reviewing
  Submitted manuscripts will be reviewed by two reviewers who are requested by the editorial board members, and the acceptance or rejection of the manuscript will be decided based on the results of the review.
• Deadline for final version: January 25, 2024 (Thu)
  This is the deadline for submission of accepted manuscripts for which APC payment has been confirmed.
• Advanced online publication
  Advanced online publication (AOP) will be performed in about 3 business days after the submission of the paper. Please note that the AOP version will be Accepted Manuscript or Uncorrected Proof which the author’s proofreading will be done in parallel with the AOP procedure.
• Paper publication
  Normally the manuscript will be published in Vol. 92, No. 2, February 2024. The publication might be delayed depending on progress of peer review and revision. Early submission will be recommended as soon as possible.

Further information
For further information, please contact us by e-mail only.

From submission of paper to decision of publication
Editorial Board of Electrochemistry ( ed.board-e[at]electrochem.jp )

Various procedures after acceptance for publication
Editorial Office of the Journal of Electrochemistry ( ed.apc-e[at]electrochem.jp )

APC support for the members of Bioengineering Research Group
Secretariat Office of Bioengineering Research Group ( bioeng[at]electrochem.jp )