While specific word limits for the flagship Journal of the American Chemical Society (JACS) vary by article type, the related gold open access journal, JACS Au, provides clear guidelines for its "Letters" submissions, encouraging them to be between approximately 1,200 and 2,200 words.
Understanding Word Limits for ACS Journals
It's important to differentiate between JACS (Journal of the American Chemical Society), the long-established flagship journal for fundamental research in all branches of chemistry, and JACS Au, a newer, gold open access journal covering a broad spectrum of chemical sciences. Each journal, and often each article type within them, adheres to its own distinct set of author guidelines, including word count recommendations.
Word Limits for JACS Au Letters
For those submitting to JACS Au, specifically for "Letters," the recommended word count is designed to encourage concise and impactful communication of significant findings.
Here's a breakdown of the guidelines for JACS Au Letters:
| Article Type | Recommended Word Range | Equivalent Pages | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| JACS Au Letters | 1,200 - 2,200 words | 2 - 4 formatted journal pages | More concise submissions are encouraged for the most urgent new findings of exceptional significance. |
- Focus on Urgency and Impact: The "Letters" format in JACS Au is specifically tailored for rapid dissemination of highly significant and urgent new research findings.
- Conciseness is Key: Submissions that are even more concise than the general range are particularly appropriate when the new findings are exceptionally significant and require immediate attention from the scientific community.
General Considerations for Manuscript Preparation
Always consult the specific author guidelines for the journal and article type you intend to submit to, as these can vary significantly. For detailed information regarding JACS Au submission requirements, including specific formatting and content policies, authors should refer directly to the official guidelines: ACS Author Guidelines for JACS Au.
