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Surface Science author guidelines

Journal-aware revision suggestions. Preparing a submission to Surface Science? Choose your manuscript type and preview proposed edits on your existing draft.

Preview changes for Surface Science

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What Surface Science specifies

These figures apply to every manuscript type at Surface Science. Review proposed changes and verify the final manuscript against the official author guidance.

  • All manuscript types 7 rules, including: abstract word limit (250 words).

Read from Surface Science's own author guidelines. Journals revise these. Verify with the journal before you submit.

About Surface Science

Publisher
Elsevier BV
ISSN
0039-6028, 1879-2758
Abbreviation
Surf. Sci.
h-index
268
Citations
1,143,075
Articles indexed
39,575
Journal website
sciencedirect.com

Citation figures from OpenAlex.

Preparing a submission for Surface Science

Scraiber has 7 requirements on file for Surface Science, covering areas such as length, references, structure and submission policies. The journal’s official guidance remains the reference for your submission.

Select Surface Science and your manuscript type, then upload your draft to preview proposed text changes. Review the suggestions before applying them.

Retargeting a manuscript to Surface Science may require changes to length, structure, references and declarations. Scraiber suggests revisions to your existing draft; authors must check the scientific meaning and supply any missing factual declarations.

Changes to review in your manuscript

Scraiber proposes text revisions informed by Surface Science’s recorded requirements. Check each change for scientific meaning, references and missing declarations. Authors remain responsible for the final manuscript.

Frequently asked questions

What is the word limit for Surface Science?
Select your manuscript type to see the recorded length figures for Surface Science. Check the official guidance for exclusions, recommendations and any updated limits.
How do I check my manuscript against the Surface Science guidelines?
Choose your manuscript type and follow the preview button to upload a .docx for Surface Science. Review the proposed changes before you apply any of them.
What are the submission requirements for Surface Science?
Scraiber has 7 requirements on file for Surface Science. Choose your manuscript type to see recorded limits and consult the linked official guidance for the current submission requirements.
Which citation style does Surface Science use?
Consult Surface Science’s official guidance for its citation style. Scraiber can suggest revisions using the recorded requirements; check citations and the bibliography before submission.
Can I automatically format my paper for Surface Science?
Upload your draft and select Surface Science and your manuscript type. Scraiber proposes text changes for review. Check the final manuscript against the official guidance; the preview does not guarantee complete compliance or acceptance.
How do I reformat a paper rejected by another journal for Surface Science?
Select Surface Science and the manuscript type, then upload your existing draft. Review the proposed revisions and check references, declarations and scientific meaning before submission.
How long does it take to prepare a manuscript for Surface Science?
Preparation time depends on your draft, the journal’s requirements and the author review needed. A preview lets you inspect proposed changes before deciding to continue.
Do I have to redo my references for Surface Science?
Review your citations and bibliography against Surface Science’s current guidance. Suggested text changes do not replace checking the accuracy, completeness and style of your references.
Who publishes Surface Science?
Surface Science is published by Elsevier BV.
What is the ISSN of Surface Science?
Surface Science is listed under the ISSNs 0039-6028, 1879-2758.
What is the abbreviation of Surface Science?
Surface Science is abbreviated as Surf. Sci..

Official author guidelines: sciencedirect.com

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