Manuscript Preparation Guidelines
The Journal of Photopolymer Science and Technology publishes articles focused on the scientific advancements and technical developments in photopolymers.
The following types of papers are accepted:
- General Papers
- Communications (short submissions of 4–6 pages presenting new results; these may be republished in more detail later)
- Technical Papers
- Reviews
Key Points for Manuscript Preparation
- Manuscripts must be written in English.
- Each article should include an abstract and 3–6 keywords.
- Follow the"Manual for Manuscript Writing (which can be downloaded below)" to prepare your submission. Submitted manuscripts are reproduced electronically exactly as received.
Review Process
- All submissions are peer-reviewed by the journal's referees.
- Authors are responsible for the content of their manuscripts.
- Reviewers' comments may require revisions, which must be addressed and resubmitted by the deadline set by the editorial board. Revised pages should be retyped completely.
Electronic Files
Manuscripts submitted electronically may be used for online publication and direct printing.
The editorial office reserves the right to decide whether to use the provided files for publication.
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact.
Editorial Office
Shinji Yamakawa
Journal of Photopolymer Science and Technology
Laboratory of Advanced Science and Technology for Industry
University of Hyogo
3-1-2 Koto, Kamigori-cho, Ako-gun, Hyogo 678-1205, Japan
E-mail: s.ymkw(at)lasti.u-hyogo.ac.jp
Manual for Manuscript Writing
A detailed Manual for Manuscript Writing can be downloaded from the journal's website or accessed via the Editorial Manager Submission System and link below.
Data Download
Checking Form (Japanese) (updated Jan. 1, 2025)
check_j12.docx [19.3 KB]
ENS file (Style file for EndNote) (Updated Jan. 1, 2025)
J_Photopolym_Sci_Technol.ens
exe File [12.8 KB]
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