Call for Young Editorial Board Members — Resources Chemicals and Materials (RCM)

Resources Chemicals and Materials (RCM) (eISSN: 2772-4433) is an international, interdisciplinary open access journal jointly sponsored by Shenyang University of Chemical Technology and KeAi Publishing, a joint venture established by Elsevier and Science Press, under the supervision of the Department of Education of Liaoning Province, China. RCM aims to publish cutting-edge scientific research and technological development achievements related to the creation, production, characterization, and application of organic and inorganic chemicals and materials derived from a wide variety of resources. The journal mainly features invited high-quality review articles with no strict length limitation, ensuring scientific rigor and academic excellence through multi-stage peer and editorial evaluation.

RCM has been selected as one of the High-Starting-Point New Journals under the China Science and Technology Journal Excellence Action Plan (2024) and now is indexed in ESCI, EI, Scopus, Chemical Abstracts, DOAJ, and other international databases. Its 2024 CiteScore is 9.8, with a real-time CiteScore exceeding 13, and the first Impact Factor (IF) is expected in June 2026.

To enhance the role of young researchers in academic publishing and to strengthen the journal’s international visibility and influence, RCM now invites applications from outstanding young scholars worldwide to join our Young Editorial Board (YEB). This initiative aims to create a global platform for academic exchange, knowledge sharing, and scientific collaboration among emerging researchers in chemistry, biology, materials science, chemical engineering, energy, metallurgy, and product engineering.

We warmly welcome young scientists with a passion for science, strong academic capabilities, and a commitment to excellence to join us in building RCM into a leading high-level review journal.

Eligibility Requirements

1. Under 45 years old, holding a Ph.D. degree, and having an academic background in chemistry, biology, materials science, medicine, chemical engineering, energy, metallurgy, or product engineering;
2. Academically active, motivated to contribute to the development of world-class scholarly journals;
3. International vision and experience — candidates with overseas study or research experience, active participation in international conferences, or strong academic achievements are preferred;
4. Dedicated to editorial work, with the time and enthusiasm to assist in peer review, manuscript solicitation, and journal promotion;
5. Applicants who have published in or cited articles from RCM (2022–2025) are given priority.

Responsibilities of Young Editorial Board Members

1. Integrate into the RCM community, support the journal’s development, publish at least one research article per year in RCM, and appropriately cite RCM publications;
2. Actively propose and organize special issues on frontier or interdisciplinary topics, and invite high-quality submissions from leading research teams;
3. Conduct at least one high-quality peer review per year, assist with RCM’s academic events, and promote academic communication;
4. Collaborate with the editorial office on new media promotion, outreach to experts, and dissemination of published papers;
5. Promote RCM through international and domestic conferences, academic events, and media channels.

Benefits and Recognition

1. Official appointment certificate as a Young Editorial Board Member;
2. Priority publication for accepted submissions authored by YEB members;
3. Opportunity to participate in the annual Global Editorial Board Meeting, interacting with editors worldwide;
4. Enhanced international visibility through RCM’s global promotional channels;
5. Outstanding contributors may be reappointed automatically for the next term or promoted to full Editorial Board membership.

Term of Appointment

Each term lasts two years. Members who are unable to fulfill their responsibilities may voluntarily withdraw or be recommended for dismissal by the Editorial Board.

Application Materials

Applicants should submit the following materials:
1. Academic CV (including contact information and official personal webpage, in PDF format);
2. Supporting documents demonstrating academic achievements (e.g., publication list, research projects, professional experience);
3. A brief statement or suggestions on how to improve the journal.

RCM conducts annual evaluations and dynamic adjustments of the Young Editorial Board, with re-election every two years.

Please send your application materials by email to: zhangna@syuct.edu.cn

Email subject: “RCM-YEB-[Name]-[Research Field]”

Application Deadline: November 30, 2025

About the Journal

Resources Chemicals and Materials (RCM) is a gold open-access journal dedicated to publishing research and technological advances in the processing, conversion, and utilization of resources related to the creation, production, characterization, and economics of chemicals and materials.

Its scope covers both natural and synthetic resources, including (but not limited to):
- Natural raw materials (biomass, fossil fuels, inorganic minerals);
- Platform intermediates (syngas, methanol, CO₂, metal oxides, etc.);
- Medical/pharmaceutical resources;
- Process residues and wastes.

RCM has an internationally renowned editorial team comprising 5 academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences/Engineering, 6 fellows of major academies from developed countries, and 36 international members (53%). With its strong editorial expertise and commitment to quality, RCM aims to achieve an Impact Factor close to 15 within 1–2 years.

Accepted articles receive global dissemination through Elsevier and KeAi publishing platforms. RCM welcomes high-quality original research, reviews, perspectives, and commentaries to advance the field of resource-based chemistry and materials science.

Journal Homepage:
https://www.keaipublishing.com/en/journals/resources-chemicals-and-materials/

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