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The Retort This sprightly-written Newsletter reports news of interest to and about Academy members, especially science activities at participating institutions. There are four to six issues per year, depending upon the amount of information available to report. An editorial and opinion page called “Retort Residue” reflects the personal views of the editors . . . and frequently their humor. Responses to both the opinions and the humor are appreciated.
Submissions . News items and reports for the Retort should be submitted to the editors:
| Dr. Evan E. Filby 510 East 17 th Street, #437 Idaho Falls , ID 83404 (208) 524-3868 efilby@earthlink.net | Mr. Martin F. Huebner 1995 McKinzie Idaho Falls , ID 83404 (208) 522-6475 PatMarty@srv.net |
Journal of the Idaho Academy of Science This refereed journal of technical papers specializes in publishing the results of original scientific work performed in Idaho or on topics of specific Idaho interest.
The Journal of the Idaho Academy of Science is abstracted by State Academies of SCIENCE, and it is distributed to over 50 colleges, universities and libraries in the USA and 8 foreign countries. Also, it is available to members of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Affiliated and Participating Organizations of AAAS, including other State Academies of Science, and the National Association of Academies of Science (NAAS, of which the Idaho Academy of Science is a member).
Submissions . Manuscripts for possible publication should be submitted to:
Chris L. Kapicka, Ph.D.
Senior Editor - Journal of the Idaho Academy of Science
8680 Kingston Way
Middleton, ID 83644
clkapicka@nnu.edu
(208) 989-5465
Publication requirements:
INFORMATION FOR CONTRIBUTORS
Contributions to the JOURNAL OF THE IDAHO ACADEMY OF SCIENCE may be in all fields of science or science education which relate in some manner to the state of Idaho and have not been published elsewhere. Manuscripts submitted (in triplicate) to the Editor should be double spaced throughout with ample margins and types on only one side of the paper. An electronic copy on a 3½ inch diskette, CD or an e-mail attachment containing the manuscript in Word or WordPerfect would also be appreciated.
Regular articles include, in order, the following: title, author(s) name(s), author(s) address(es), abstract, key words, text (with desired headings), acknowledgments, literature cited, tables and figure legends. First mention of scientific names should include authority. In brief articles, the text is not subdivided. The abstract should be complete and understandable without reference to the text. The scope of the article should be stated in the introduction or, in the case of brief articles, an introductory paragraph. Footnote material should be incorporated in the text whenever possible. Authors should follow the suggestions in the latest edition of the CBE Style Manual (AIBS) for abbreviations, punctuation, and similar matters. All numerical measurements should be given in the metric system with the English system following parenthetically where desirable. Tables and figures should be kept within economic limits. Tables should be typed on separate sheets. Lettering and line drawings must be of letter quality (i.e. laser printing of India ink). Figures should be planned for no reduction when printed; thus, they may be no larger than 11 X 17 cm (4½ x 6 inches). If photographs are submitted they must be hard glossy prints of good contrast, or preferably in electronic form (jpeg or bmp). Legends must be brief; legends for each figure should be placed on a single, separate sheet.
Page proofs will be sent to the author before publication. Reprints can be ordered when the author returns the proofs; 50 reprints of each article will be furnished free to IAS members. There will be a $1 per reprint charge for nonmembers with a minimum order of 50. Illustrations will be destroyed unless their return is requested on the reprint order.
When first submitting copies of your manuscript please submit the title, author(s) name(s), author(s) address(es) on a separate piece of page from the remainder of the manuscript. Repeat the title on the first of the subsequent pages. Also please do not include author name(s) in any running head used. The review process is intended to be double blind. Final revision of the manuscript shall be submitted both in printed (hard copy) and electronic form. On a separate sheet of paper, please submit suggested reviewers names, addresses and email addresses. Also, the author is requested to provide several “keywords” to identify the manuscript and topic for future researchers who may seek it in an electronic medium.
Chris L. Kapicka, Ph.D.
Senior Editor - Journal of the Idaho Academy of Science
8680 Kingston Way
Middleton, ID 83644
clkapicka@nnu.edu
(208) 989-5465
A free sample copy of a recently published issue of the Journal of the Idaho Academy of Science is available upon request from the IAS Executive Director at IdAcadSci@aol.com. Copies of issues greater than 10 years old (clear back to 1960) also are available for a modest charge.
For more information, contact:
Idaho Academy of Science
909 Lucille Ave
Pocatello, ID 83201-2542
(208) 234-7001
E-mail: IdAcadSci@aol.com