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New Editor in Chief for Women�s Studies International Forum

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Kalwant Bhopal, University of Southampton will be taking up the role of Editor-in-Chief of WSIF from January 2010.

Over 100,000 article downloads for Women�s Studies International Forum

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Now receiving over 100,000 downloads per annum, Women�s Studies International Forum continues to grow. Why not submit an article today!

Announcing New Co Editor for the Journal of Pragmatics

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Jonathan Culpeper, University of Lancaster, will be taking up the role of Co Editor of Journal of Pragmatics from January 2010.

Announcing Addictions 2010

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The New Frontier in Addiction Treatment: Evidence-Based Policy and Practice October 28-31, 2010, Sheraton National, Arlington, VA, USA. Abstract submission deadline 26 March, 2010

New Discounted Rates for the Canadian Society for the History and Philosophy of Science

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Members of the society can subscribe to the following journals: Studies in History and Philosophy of Science Parts A, B and C as well as Endeavour at a saving of 40-50% on the standard personal price.

Living close to food is good for your waistline

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A study published in Social Science and Medicine, 30 percent of Salt Lake County neighbourhoods are "food deserts," with no retail food outlets.

Fast Publication Times for Religion

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With more than 40,000 downloads in 2008 the journal continues to grow. Accepted articles are now published on ScienceDirect within 6 weeks.

The Reason Bosses are Big Grumps

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A study published in Social Science & Medicine has claimed that the reason bosses are bad tempered is not due to angry personalities, but the stress of being in charge.

Online Submission Now Available for Futures

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new electronic submission system has been implemented for Futures. The Elsevier Editorial System, EES, has full online submission, review and tracking capabilities.

Younger wife for marital bliss

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The secret to a happy marriage for men is choosing a wife who is smarter and at least five years in the European Journal of Operational Research. BBC http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/8325579.stm

Torture and Judgments of Guilt

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Article by Kurt Gray, Daniel M. Wegner, Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, In Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available online 8 October 2009

Free economics articles from Nobel Prize winners

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In recognition of the importance of their work, we are pleased to offer open access to a selection of articles that Elinor Ostrom and Oliver E. Williamson have published with Elsevier.

Editor of Advances in Life Course Research Publishes an Article in Nature

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Professor Francesco Billari, editor in chief of the new journal Advances in Life Course Research, publishes an article in Nature entitled, Advances in development reverse fertility declines.

The Future of Cities conference, Feb 8-9 2010, London

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Projecting city growth worldwide, our 'The Future of Cities' conference will ask how rapid urban growth can be planned, managed and financed, in terms of aspects such as energy supply, demographics and climate change.

Video Interview with the Editor in Chief of Health and Place

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

In this interview Graham tells us about the journal Health and Place, what has contributed to its success, papers he would like to see submitted including health policy, health behavior and environmental change impacts on health.

Journal of Archaeological Science Paper uses multimedia data

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Osteological applications of high-resolution computed tomography: a prehistoric arrow injury. By Ryan, T.M. and Milner, G. R. Volume 33, Issue 6.

TLRP Special Issue in Teaching and Teacher Education

Wed, 7 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This special issue of the journal is dedicated to work undertaken as part of the Teaching and Learning Research Programme, a major investment in education research in the United Kingdom.

Journal of Archaeological Science Paper Features Multimedia Data:

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

X-ray microtomographic imaging of charcoal, by Bird, M.I., Ascough, P.L., Young, I.M., Wood, C.V. and Scott, A.C. Vol. 35, Issue 10.

Elsevier Fast Publication Times for Elsevier's Archaeology Journals

Mon, 5 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

From the time the Editor accepts a paper to the time it appears as a corrected proof online in ScienceDirect currently averages at just 5.2 weeks.

Interview with Pat Barjari, International Journal of Industrial Organization

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Pat discusses the aims and scope of the journal and the direction he sees the journal moving in.

High Impact Archaeology Journals!

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Both the Journal of Archaeological Science and the Journal of Anthropological Archaeology have high impact factors in the ISI Social Science Citation Index Anthropology category.

New Editorial Team for Teaching and Teacher Education

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

From the 1st October 2009 Mary Lynn Hamilton, University of Kansas and Jean Clandinin, University of Alberta will take over as Co-Editors of the journal. Also joining the team at this time as North American Associate Editor is Carol Rodgers, SUNY, Albany.

Economics Special Issues available to order

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Print copies of selected Economics Special Issues are now available to order online. Visit this link for full details and to place your order.

The Paul Geroski Best Paper Award

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Paul Geroski Best Paper Award is awarded to the two best papers published in the International Journal of Industrial Organization each year. Papers are selected by the editorial board of the journal.

Deliberative Governance in the Context of Power

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New special issue from Policy and Society.

Women in the boardroom and their impact on governance and performance

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We show that female directors have a significant impact on board inputs and firm outcomes.

Life at the Top: The Benefits of Height

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Life at the top is good and we�re not just talking about penthouse views or your corner office on the top floor, although if you�re tall, that just might come with the package too.

Special Issue: Emerging Challenges for Science, Technology and Innovation Policy Research: A Reflexive Overview

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Read this fascinating and highly topical special issue, published in Research Policy and edited by Piera Morlacchi and Ben R. Martin. Available via ScienceDirect.

Video and Audio Enhancements in Your Articles

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Did you know that with Elsevier language and linguistics journals, you can upload supplementary data (audio, video and graphical) files to be published online alongside your article?

Elsevier doubles Scopus journal holdings: Product News and Reviews

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Elsevier's Scopus global citation database is the first to host titles from the European Science Foundation's European Reference Index for Humanities. The new content has nearly doubled Scopus' journal holdings, bringing its total to 3,500 titles.

Depression, Hostility and Lower Socioeconomic Status - A lethal combination for your heart?

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New research from Elsevier�s Social Science and Medicine examines the link between low socioeconomic status and heart health.

Spatial and Spatio-temporal Epidemiology First Issue Now Available

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We are delighted to announce that the first issue for the new 2009 journal, Spatial and Spatio-temporal Epidemiology, is now live on ScienceDirect.

Gay Applicants Face Uphill Battle in Job Search

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During the past several decades, the gay and lesbian community has fought for visibility, equal rights and respect. While the issue has created a lively public policy debate, it is apparent sexual minority individuals continue to face an uphill battle.

Don't Miss Out Take Part in the Social Science & Medicine Survey

Wed, 9 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Social Science and Medicine is one of the leading journals in the world please tell us what you think!

Most Downloaded Social Science Articles

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Stay up to date with the most downloaded articles social science articles.

Iran's space programme: Riding high for peace and pride

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Space Policy Volume 25, Issue 3, August 2009, Pages 160-173

Weight gain in adolescents and their peers

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Since the 1960s, obesity rates among children in the United States have risen dramatically. There are definitely many culprits, for instance fast food, soda, television viewing and video-game playing. But researchers reveal a new link � peers.

The US Food Stamp Program and Obesity is there a link?

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Even though the U.S. is one of the richest countries in the world, food insecurity is still a major issue for millions of Americans and some have raised concerns that food assistance programs may encourage excess weight.

Virtual Special Issue celebrating 40 Years of Geoforum

Fri, 4 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This virtual special issue celebrates the 40th anniversary of the interdisciplinary journal, Geoforum. We would like to thank everyone involved over the years for their hard work which has resulted in the journal's long-standing success.

New Special Issue Large scale Cross cultural Studies of Cognitive and Noncognitive Constructs

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Read the new special issue from the journal Learning and Individual Differences, edited by Lazar Stankov, Volume 19, Issue 3, September 2009.

New Special Issue Education and Development in Contemporary China

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Read the new special issue from the journal International Journal of Educational Development, edited by David Johnson and Rachel Murphy. Volume 29, Issue 5, September 2009.

Social Networks Welcomes Articles containing Supplementary Materials

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Authors submitting their work to Social Networks can now submit electronic supplementary material to support their research.

Get Read Fast with Social Science and Medicine

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Get Read Fast with Social Science and Medicine, with articles published online in less than 6 weeks after acceptance.

Social Networks Call for Papers

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Social Networks call for papers on Integrating Social Networks and Spatial Analysis Methods.

New Special Issue, Integrated land use policy strategies

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Read the new special issue for the journal Policy and Society. Edited by Jeremy Rayner and Michael Howlett, Volume 28, Issue 2, July 2009.

New Special Issue, Cognitive load in interactive knowledge construction

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Read the new special issue for the journal Learning and Instruction. Edited by Ludo Verhoeven, Wolfgang Schnotz and Fred Paas, Volume 19, Issue 5, October 2009.

Health and Place moves to 6 issues per year from 2010

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

We are pleased to announce that from 2010, the now quarterly publication Health and Place will move to 6 issues per year.