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About JBCS
Brief Background
The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society (JBCS) is published by PubliSBQ (http://publi.sbq.org.br/) managed by the Sociedade Brasileira de Química (SBQ) since 1990. The JBCS serves its readers as a forum for information related to the advancement of Chemistry. The Journal is devoted to the publication of research papers in all fields of Chemistry, except education, philosophy and history of Chemistry. The online Journal is open access through the website: http://jbcs.sbq.org.br/.
The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society embraces all aspects of chemistry except education, philosophy and history of chemistry. It is a medium for reporting selected original and significant contributions to new chemical knowledge.
Publication of the Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society is in charge of the Editors, and its policy and planning are the responsibility of the Editorial Advisory Board . Manuscripts submitted to the journal are analyzed by peer-reviewers.
Its abbreviated title is J. Braz. Chem. Soc., which should be used in bibliographies, footnotes and bibliographical references and strips.
The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society embraces all aspects of chemistry except education, philosophy and history of chemistry. It is a medium for reporting selected original and significant contributions to new chemical knowledge.
Publication of the Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society is in charge of the Editors, and its policy and planning are the responsibility of the Editorial Advisory Board . Manuscripts submitted to the journal are analyzed by peer-reviewers.
Its abbreviated title is J. Braz. Chem. Soc., which should be used in bibliographies, footnotes and bibliographical references and strips.
Open Science Compliance
The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society is a fully open access journal. All articles published by the JBCS are made freely and permanently accessible online immediately upon publication, without any subscription charges or registration barriers. Additionally, the JBCS embraces open science principles, including the acceptance of preprints. Authors are encouraged to publish shared data on their preferred platforms, further promoting transparency and collaboration within the scientific community.
Ethics in Publication
Ethics
JBCS expects that, on submitting their papers, authors follow the ethical rules described below. Otherwise, they will be subjected to sanction according to COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics) recommendations. COPE has been the forum for the JBCS editors in the guidance or recommendations concerning ethics of scholarly publishing.
1- Information and co-authorship permission
The submitting author is responsible for including in the author list the names of every researcher actually responsible for the work. It is his/her duty to inform his/her collaborators of the manuscript content and obtain their permission for submission and publication.
2- Privileged Information
It is the authors’ responsibility to carefully search through the several searching sites (SCI-ISI, Scopus, Google, and so on) for all the scientific work relevant to their reasoning, whether they agree or not with the results and hypotheses presented.
Data taken from the work of researchers, other than the ones who are authors of the manuscript being submitted to JBCS, must be properly cited and credited. Such identification must be as detailed as possible. Privileged information, such as personal communications or discussions with a non-author, can only be cited with the explicit permission of the involved researcher.
3- Fragmentation
Work fragmentation takes too much journal space and makes literature research more difficult and time consuming. A scientist who does extensive work in a system or group of similar systems should organize his/her publication so as to present a solidly based study, as complete as possible, even if it covers only one aspect of such system.
4- Exclusivity
Simultaneous submission of the same manuscript to more than one journal places unnecessary extra load on the peer reviewing system, and expectations on the journal that may be deceived if an accepted manuscript is withdrawn, representing an ethical deviation which is not accepted in the SBQ Journals.
5- Duplication/Plagiarism
Plagiarism, defined as “the appropriation of someone else’s ideas, processes, results or words, without the proper credit” is not accepted in SBQ’s scientific journals. We consider plagiarism the word-for-word (or close to) copy of any other author’s texts or sentences. The self-plagiarism, that is, the replication of texts or data from previous works of the authors themselves, with or without the proper citation, is equally unacceptable. Reasonable repetition of some ideas and the re-ordering of one or two sentences by the authors themselves are acceptable. Word-for-word replication of data or sentences must come between quotation marks and with the due credit, in case it is essential for the discussion or contextualization of a specific set of data or hypotheses. It is equally unacceptable the suggestion of newness when the methodology or results have already been published, either by the author him/herself or by any other author.
1- Information and co-authorship permission
The submitting author is responsible for including in the author list the names of every researcher actually responsible for the work. It is his/her duty to inform his/her collaborators of the manuscript content and obtain their permission for submission and publication.
2- Privileged Information
It is the authors’ responsibility to carefully search through the several searching sites (SCI-ISI, Scopus, Google, and so on) for all the scientific work relevant to their reasoning, whether they agree or not with the results and hypotheses presented.
Data taken from the work of researchers, other than the ones who are authors of the manuscript being submitted to JBCS, must be properly cited and credited. Such identification must be as detailed as possible. Privileged information, such as personal communications or discussions with a non-author, can only be cited with the explicit permission of the involved researcher.
3- Fragmentation
Work fragmentation takes too much journal space and makes literature research more difficult and time consuming. A scientist who does extensive work in a system or group of similar systems should organize his/her publication so as to present a solidly based study, as complete as possible, even if it covers only one aspect of such system.
4- Exclusivity
Simultaneous submission of the same manuscript to more than one journal places unnecessary extra load on the peer reviewing system, and expectations on the journal that may be deceived if an accepted manuscript is withdrawn, representing an ethical deviation which is not accepted in the SBQ Journals.
5- Duplication/Plagiarism
Plagiarism, defined as “the appropriation of someone else’s ideas, processes, results or words, without the proper credit” is not accepted in SBQ’s scientific journals. We consider plagiarism the word-for-word (or close to) copy of any other author’s texts or sentences. The self-plagiarism, that is, the replication of texts or data from previous works of the authors themselves, with or without the proper citation, is equally unacceptable. Reasonable repetition of some ideas and the re-ordering of one or two sentences by the authors themselves are acceptable. Word-for-word replication of data or sentences must come between quotation marks and with the due credit, in case it is essential for the discussion or contextualization of a specific set of data or hypotheses. It is equally unacceptable the suggestion of newness when the methodology or results have already been published, either by the author him/herself or by any other author.
Focus and Scope
To publish research papers in all fields of chemistry, except education, philosophy and history of chemistry.
Manuscript Types
The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society offers authors a variety of formats to choose from when publishing their work. The available formats include:
Full Papers
Full Papers articles provide detailed and critical analyses of significant problem-solving endeavors, offering comprehensive insights into original research. Full papers are expected to deliver thorough accounts of innovative studies in chemistry, featuring substantial scope and appeal to a broad and diverse audience. Submissions that build upon prior work, such as preliminary letters or communications, are both encouraged and welcomed, provided they demonstrate a meaningful expansion or substantial advancement of the initial findings. These contributions should go beyond merely including additional experimental details or examples, incorporating new experimental methods, supplementary data, in-depth discussions, and expanded conclusions. Shorter contributions are better suited for submission as Communications.
Full Papers
Full Papers articles provide detailed and critical analyses of significant problem-solving endeavors, offering comprehensive insights into original research. Full papers are expected to deliver thorough accounts of innovative studies in chemistry, featuring substantial scope and appeal to a broad and diverse audience. Submissions that build upon prior work, such as preliminary letters or communications, are both encouraged and welcomed, provided they demonstrate a meaningful expansion or substantial advancement of the initial findings. These contributions should go beyond merely including additional experimental details or examples, incorporating new experimental methods, supplementary data, in-depth discussions, and expanded conclusions. Shorter contributions are better suited for submission as Communications.
Communications
A Communication serves as a concise and swift platform for presenting the most critical aspects of a study. It is designed to provide a brief yet impactful disclosure of new findings, offering sufficient background information to contextualize the research while justifying the need for a rapid publication format. This article type is intended for disseminating urgent and groundbreaking discoveries of exceptional importance, particularly those that capture the interest of specialists in the field while remaining relevant to the journal's diverse chemistry readership. As a general guideline, Communications are typically no more than 5 pages in the journal's finalized layout.
Reviews
Reviews are generally solicited by the Editors; however, the JBCS welcomes submissions from all branches of the chemical sciences. Such reviews should capture the interest of the journal’s diverse readership by providing a timely and valuable contribution to the field. A successful review must critically assess the current state of the subject, highlight its relevance, and justify the necessity of the review within the existing literature. Additionally, it should propose future directions for research, offering meaningful insights and recommendations. Review articles must not include unpublished research and should feature carefully selected references that provide a balanced perspective.
While Reviews are typically submitted by invitation, the Editors encourage prospective authors to propose suitable topics via email at help_office@jbcs.sbq.org.br. Proposals must adhere to the mandatory template available on the journal’s website. Any unsolicited Reviews that have not been invited or pre-approved by the Editors will not be considered for publication. The acceptance of a synopsis for a proposed review does not guarantee the publication of the final manuscript.
Accounts
Accounts feature concise, focused articles that provide clear and accessible overviews of fundamental research and its applications across all areas of chemistry, as well as related fields where chemical approaches are central. Each article highlights research conducted by the author’s own laboratory, aiming to educate readers about specific projects. Submissions exploring newly emerging areas of research are particularly encouraged.
Although Accounts are typically invited, the Editors welcome proposals for potential topics. Prospective authors should submit their proposals via email to help_office@jbcs.sbq.org.br using the mandatory template provided on the journal’s website. Unsolicited submissions that have not been invited or approved in advance will not be considered. It is important to note that the acceptance of a synopsis for a proposed Account does not ensure the publication of the final manuscript.
Perspectives
Perspectives are authored by recognized experts and provide personal insights into specialized areas of research. These articles are published exclusively by invitation from the Editor-in-Chief (the JBCS Coordinator). Specific guidelines and requirements will be communicated directly to the invited authors.
Comments/Reply to Comments
Comments (and their corresponding replies) serve as a platform for the exchange of scientific opinions and discussions between authors and readers regarding content published in the JBCS. To be considered for publication, a comment should offer either an alternative analysis or fresh insights into the previously published material. Replies to comments should aim to advance the discussion initiated by the original article and the comment. It is important to note that comments or replies containing personal attacks are strictly unsuitable for publication. Comments that are acceptable for publication will be forwarded to the authors of the work being discussed, and these authors will be given the opportunity to submit a Reply. The Comment and Reply will both be subject to rigorous peer review in consultation with the journal’s Editorial Board where appropriate. The Comment and Reply will be published together.
Authors are encouraged to submit electronic Supplementary Information (SI) along with their manuscripts. This supplementary material can include additional data, detailed experimental procedures, and any other relevant information that supports the main article. The SI is made available online alongside the respective papers at http://jbcs.sbq.org.br as a PDF file. This ensures that all relevant information is easily accessible to readers, enhancing the transparency and reproducibility of the published research.
By offering a variety of manuscript categories and the inclusion of supplementary information, the JBCS Society aims to accommodate the diverse needs of the chemistry research community and foster the dissemination of high-quality scientific knowledge.
Digital Preservation
The JBCS editorial office acknowledges the importance of digital preservation to ensure the integrity and accessibility of digital resources over time. To achieve this goal, we have established the following guidelines:
The JBCS editorial board is responsible for the implementation and execution of digital preservation activities, and commits to maintaining regular records of the organization's digital resources to identify and document data types, file formats, and storage locations. Digital resources are stored in secure environments and protected against threats such as data loss, corruption, and unauthorized access. The JBCS editorial office is responsible for facilitating the migration of obsolete file formats to more updated formats, ensuring the continuous accessibility of digital resources. Detailed metadata will be maintained for each digital resource, including information about its origin, authenticity, and usage context. Regular backups of digital resources are performed to ensure quick recovery in the event of system failure or data loss. The digital preservation policy will be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure its ongoing effectiveness and compliance with best practices.
The JBCS editorial board is responsible for the implementation and execution of digital preservation activities, and commits to maintaining regular records of the organization's digital resources to identify and document data types, file formats, and storage locations. Digital resources are stored in secure environments and protected against threats such as data loss, corruption, and unauthorized access. The JBCS editorial office is responsible for facilitating the migration of obsolete file formats to more updated formats, ensuring the continuous accessibility of digital resources. Detailed metadata will be maintained for each digital resource, including information about its origin, authenticity, and usage context. Regular backups of digital resources are performed to ensure quick recovery in the event of system failure or data loss. The digital preservation policy will be reviewed and updated regularly to ensure its ongoing effectiveness and compliance with best practices.
Bibliography
Journal title: Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society
Short title: J. Braz. Chem. Soc.
Published by: PubliSBQ
Periodicity: monthly
Mode of publication: Continuous publication
Year the journal was founded: 1990
Short title: J. Braz. Chem. Soc.
Published by: PubliSBQ
Periodicity: monthly
Mode of publication: Continuous publication
Year the journal was founded: 1990
Websites and Social Media
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Guidelines and Policies
Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Manuscripts Submitted and Published by JBCS
Embracing Artificial Intelligence Tools in Manuscript Preparation for JBCS
The JBCS acknowledges the increasing role of AI in scientific research and publication. In line with the recommendations of leading publishers and societies, we support the responsible use of AI tools to enhance the quality of scholarly articles. When utilized appropriately, these tools can improve clarity, coherence, and overall presentation, allowing authors to convey their scientific findings more effectively.
The JBCS acknowledges the increasing role of AI in scientific research and publication. In line with the recommendations of leading publishers and societies, we support the responsible use of AI tools to enhance the quality of scholarly articles. When utilized appropriately, these tools can improve clarity, coherence, and overall presentation, allowing authors to convey their scientific findings more effectively.
Transparency and Disclosure
Authors employing AI tools in the development of their manuscripts should disclose their use to maintain transparency and uphold ethical publishing standards. This disclosure can be included in the Acknowledgments section or a dedicated statement within the manuscript. Clear communication about the use of AI ensures trust and integrity in the scientific record.
Authorship and Accountability
While AI can aid in the writing process, JBCS does not accept artificial intelligence technologies as co-authors on any manuscripts. All listed authors must be human individuals who have made significant intellectual contributions to the work. Authors are 100% responsible for the content of their manuscripts, including any parts where AI tools have been applied. It is crucial for authors to critically evaluate and verify all AI-assisted content to ensure its accuracy, originality, and compliance with ethical standards. Authors are entirely responsible for any data submitted or published in the JBCS. AI tools bear no responsibility.
While AI can aid in the writing process, JBCS does not accept artificial intelligence technologies as co-authors on any manuscripts. All listed authors must be human individuals who have made significant intellectual contributions to the work. Authors are 100% responsible for the content of their manuscripts, including any parts where AI tools have been applied. It is crucial for authors to critically evaluate and verify all AI-assisted content to ensure its accuracy, originality, and compliance with ethical standards. Authors are entirely responsible for any data submitted or published in the JBCS. AI tools bear no responsibility.
Ethical Considerations
The use of AI should adhere to ethical guidelines to prevent issues such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or the introduction of biases. Authors must ensure that all sources are properly cited and that the AI tools do not infringe upon intellectual property rights or ethical norms.
The use of AI should adhere to ethical guidelines to prevent issues such as plagiarism, data fabrication, or the introduction of biases. Authors must ensure that all sources are properly cited and that the AI tools do not infringe upon intellectual property rights or ethical norms.
Where the Use of AI Should Be Avoided
AI application should have clear boundaries, particularly in contexts where genuine human reasoning is paramount. Critical reasoning, such as that found in scientific articles, is one such area. The essence of scientific thought lies in the originality and depth of human insight, not in the output of automated tools. Replacing authors' critical thinking with AI-generated content risks eroding the authenticity and integrity of their work. The role of AI should be to assist, not overshadow, human intellect. Scientific reasoning must remain a product of human curiosity, creativity, and meticulous analysis. By ensuring that core ideas and arguments are crafted by humans, we preserve the uniqueness and authenticity that define scholarly contributions.
AI application should have clear boundaries, particularly in contexts where genuine human reasoning is paramount. Critical reasoning, such as that found in scientific articles, is one such area. The essence of scientific thought lies in the originality and depth of human insight, not in the output of automated tools. Replacing authors' critical thinking with AI-generated content risks eroding the authenticity and integrity of their work. The role of AI should be to assist, not overshadow, human intellect. Scientific reasoning must remain a product of human curiosity, creativity, and meticulous analysis. By ensuring that core ideas and arguments are crafted by humans, we preserve the uniqueness and authenticity that define scholarly contributions.
Summarizing the IA Use at JBCS
JBCS is committed to advancing scientific communication and supports the positive impact of AI tools when used responsibly. We encourage authors to leverage these technologies to enhance their manuscripts while maintaining ethical standards and transparency. Together, we can foster a progressive scientific community that embraces innovation in research and publication practices.
JBCS is committed to advancing scientific communication and supports the positive impact of AI tools when used responsibly. We encourage authors to leverage these technologies to enhance their manuscripts while maintaining ethical standards and transparency. Together, we can foster a progressive scientific community that embraces innovation in research and publication practices.
Preprints
- The JBCS considers the submission of manuscript deposited in preprint servers.
- The Journal considers work submission both previously and simultaneous posted on a preprint platform.
- The JBCS does not authorize the posting of versions revised during peer review on a preprint server.
- The use of a preprint repository must be informed in the cover letter and in the submission platform, with the inclusion of the preprint link and DOI of the posted work.
- The preprint DOI (and link) needs to be cited in the reference list of the submitted manuscript.
- In case of acceptance of the paper in the JBCS, the preprint must updated with link of the publication.
- The authors are responsible for checking the compatibility between the license type chosen in the preprint server posting and the copyright of the article.
- The JBCS draws attention to the authorship, for some license types of the preprint, the authorship must be the same in the repository and in the published in the Journal.
Article Evaluation Process – Peer review evaluation
The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society employs a single-blind peer review process, where experts in the field evaluate submitted manuscripts. In this process, the reviewers know the identities of the authors, but the authors do not know the identities of the reviewers, ensuring the quality and validity of published research while maintaining high standards of academic integrity and credibility. The peer review process is fundamental for upholding the scientific rigor and trustworthiness of the content.
Manuscripts submitted to JBCS undergo initial evaluation by the editorial team to ensure compliance with the criteria set forth in the Ethics Policy. Those found inconsistent in this first stage are returned to the authors. Approved documents are then forwarded to a Chief Editor in the respective field, who subsequently assigns them to an Associate Editor (AE). The AE, besides verifying the manuscript's alignment with the journal's scope, evaluates its scientific merit within the manuscript's thematic area and, if applicable, submits it to at least two ad hoc reviewers. Based on the reviewers' reports and their own assessment, the AE recommends acceptance, minor revisions, major revisions, or rejection of the manuscript. Manuscripts requiring major or minor revisions, or those rejected with the option of resubmission, are returned to the authors for them to address the reviewers' feedback. The revised version undergoes further evaluation by the same AE to determine if additional peer review is necessary. Once approved for publication, the manuscripts proceed to the editing process.
Ethics and Misconduct Policy, Errata and Retraction
Ethics and Misconduct:
- Ethical Standards: The Ethics and Misconduct Policy of JBCS adheres to the highest ethical standards in scholarly publishing. Authors, reviewers, and editors are expected to uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency in all aspects of the publication process.
- Plagiarism and Duplicate Submission: Authors are required to submit original work that has not been published elsewhere. Plagiarism and duplicate submission are strictly prohibited. Submitted manuscripts will undergo plagiarism checks using the iThenticate software.
- Conflict of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may influence their research or manuscript. Reviewers and editors must also declare any conflicts of interest and recuse themselves from handling manuscripts where a conflict exists.
Correction and Retraction:
- Correction of Errors: In the event that errors are identified in published articles, the journal will consider requests for corrections. Corrections will be issued promptly to rectify factual inaccuracies or misleading information.
- Retraction: Articles may be retracted if they are found to contain significant errors, ethical violations, or misconduct. Retractions will be accompanied by an explanation outlining the reasons for the retraction.
Consultation with COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics):
- Adherence to COPE Guidelines: The journal's editorial team will consult the guidelines provided by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) when handling cases of ethical concerns, correction, and retraction.
- Conflict of Interest Resolution: Any conflicts of interest related to ethical issues, correction, or retraction will be resolved in accordance with COPE guidelines.
- Transparency and Accountability: The journal is committed to transparency and accountability in its editorial processes. Decisions related to ethics, correction, and retraction will be made in a fair and transparent manner, with the best interests of all stakeholders in mind.
Data Sharing
- The Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society actively promotes a culture of open science by advocating for the sharing, citation, and referencing of comprehensive data, program codes, and other essential content linked to article texts. This initiative serves the purpose of facilitating rigorous research assessment, fostering replicability in scientific investigations, and contributing to the preservation and reuse of valuable content. Authors are encouraged to publish shared data on their preferred platforms.
- In alignment with standard scholarly practices, citations play an important role in enhancing accessibility to research content. Just as articles, books, and online publications are cited, the same consideration should be given to data, ensuring appropriate in-text citation and inclusion in the bibliography. This approach reinforces transparency, credibility, and the scholarly impact of research outputs.
Article-Processing Charges (APC)
Authors are required to pay an article-processing charge (APC) to help cover the publication costs for their articles. The APC will be applicable only after manuscript acceptance by Editors. Note that the manuscript evaluation by Peer Review is performed as usual.
Adoption of Similarity Checking Software
The JBCS has taken important measures against plagiarism and has licensed iThenticate, plagiarism-checking software to ensure the originality of the submitted manuscripts.
Sex and Gender Equity
The JBCS editorial team and authors are required to adhere to the Sex and Gender Equity in Research – SAGER guidelines, ensuring the proper reporting of sex and gender information in study design, data analysis, and interpretation of findings. Additionally, JBCS follows gender equity policies in editorial board training.
Ethics Committee
Ethical standards for the human and animal experimentations at JBCS:
Upon submission of papers involving humans, authors should confirm that they have followed the procedures in accordance with ethical standards of institutional committee on human experimentation and Helsinki´s declaration. If the paper involves experiments with animals you should confirm that the use of animals is in agreement with ethics and animal care institutional committee.
Also, editors should request, if necessary, additional information on the ethical aspects of the research when involving experiments on humans or animals.
Upon submission of papers involving humans, authors should confirm that they have followed the procedures in accordance with ethical standards of institutional committee on human experimentation and Helsinki´s declaration. If the paper involves experiments with animals you should confirm that the use of animals is in agreement with ethics and animal care institutional committee.
Also, editors should request, if necessary, additional information on the ethical aspects of the research when involving experiments on humans or animals.
Online version ISSN 1678-4790 Printed version ISSN 0103-5053
Journal of the Brazilian Chemical Society
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