JOM contributors can select from a variety of approaches for articles that fall within the journal’s technical emphasis calendar topics. These article approaches include, but are not limited to:

Original Paper: 2,400–4,000 words (including abstract and references): Describes a novel, technically in-depth investigation from the minerals, metals, and materials community.

• Each figure/table counts as 250 words and must be factored into the total word count. For example, 3,000 words plus four figures is equal to a 4,000-word submission
• Additional materials, including figures, tables, datasets, and videos can be included as Electronic Supplementary Materials. These are accessible online, but not in print. They are exempt from the word count limit.

Review Paper: 4,000–6,500 words (including abstract and references): A thorough compilation and succinct summary of research performed in an area of interest to JOM readers.

• Each figure/table counts as 250 words and must be factored into the total word count. For example, 4,000 words plus eight figures is equal to a 6,000-word submission.
• Additional materials, including figures, tables, datasets, and videos can be included as Electronic Supplementary Materials. These are accessible online, but not in print. They are exempt from the word count limit.

Industrial Application/Case Study: 2,000-4,000 words: A noncommercial discussion of practical applications of research and technology.

NOTE: Each figure/table counts as 250 words and must be factored into the total word count.

Editorial Notes: 800–1,600 words: Reserved for Guest Editors to summarize the theme of a special topic.