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Overview
ChemClass Journal is the official scholarly publication of the Chemical Society of Chemistry (CSN), Zaria chapter. ChemClass Journal welcomes original and high-quality scholarly contributions in chemistry and related disciplines. The Journal publishes peer-reviewed research articles, review articles, short communications, technical reports, methodological papers, and other scholarly contributions that advance knowledge and innovation within the chemical sciences and allied fields.
All manuscripts submitted to ChemClass Journal must be original, scientifically rigorous, and not under consideration for publication elsewhere. Submission of a manuscript implies that the authors have obtained appropriate approval from all contributors and that the work complies with relevant ethical, institutional, and regulatory requirements.
All manuscripts must be submitted through the official ChemClass Journal submission system "[Make Submission]" or designated editorial email "[journalchemclass@gmail.com]" channel as indicated on the Journal website.

Aim and Scope

ChemClass Journal is committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in chemical sciences and related interdisciplinary fields through the publication of high-quality, peer-reviewed research. The Journal aims to serve as a reputable platform for the dissemination of original scientific contributions that deepen understanding, foster innovation, and support the application of chemistry for industrial, environmental, technological, educational, and societal development.

Primary Aim: The primary aim of ChemClass Journal is to promote excellence in chemical sciences research by providing an accessible and internationally visible outlet for scholars, researchers, educators, and industry professionals to publish impactful findings. The Journal seeks to strengthen the integration of theoretical knowledge and practical application, thereby contributing to scientific advancement, technological innovation, and sustainable development in Nigeria, Africa, and the global scientific community.

ChemClass Journal publishes scholarly works that address fundamental, applied, and emerging aspects of chemistry and related disciplines. The Journal provides a multidisciplinary platform for research that bridges chemistry with other fields of science, engineering, agriculture, health sciences, and environmental studies. It encourages submissions that demonstrate originality, methodological rigour, and clear scientific relevance.

The scope of ChemClass Journal encompasses, but is not limited to, the following areas of chemical and related sciences.

Chemistry and core chemical disciplines, including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, theoretical chemistry, computational chemistry, and green chemistry, are the Journal's primary focus. Research in these areas may include synthesis, reaction mechanisms, molecular characterisation, spectroscopic analysis, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and advanced analytical methodologies.

Industrial chemistry and chemical engineering are also central to the Journal’s scope, particularly studies that explore process development, catalysis, materials processing, reaction engineering, process optimisation, scale-up technologies, and industrial applications of chemical principles in manufacturing, energy, and resource utilisation.

The Journal further welcomes contributions to materials science and polymer science, including the design, synthesis, characterisation, and application of advanced materials, nanomaterials, composites, biomaterials, and functional polymers relevant to industry, medicine, and environmental sustainability.
In recognition of the interdisciplinary nature of modern chemical sciences, ChemClass Journal actively encourages submissions in biochemistry and molecular sciences, particularly studies exploring biochemical pathways, enzymology, biomolecular interactions, metabolic processes, and the chemical basis of biological systems.

Pharmaceutical sciences and medicinal chemistry are also within the Journal’s scope, particularly research focused on drug design, drug synthesis, pharmacological evaluation, structure–activity relationships, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Environmental chemistry and environmental sciences constitute significant areas of interest, encompassing research on pollution monitoring, environmental remediation, toxicology, climate-related chemical processes, water and soil chemistry, waste management, and sustainable environmental practices.
The Journal also embraces soil science and agricultural chemistry, including studies on soil fertility, nutrient cycling, agrochemical applications, plant–soil interactions, and chemical approaches to improving agricultural productivity and food security.

ChemClass Journal recognises the importance of chemical science education and, therefore, welcomes research on pedagogical approaches, curriculum development, laboratory instruction, teaching innovations, and the integration of chemistry education with modern scientific tools and technologies.

Interdisciplinary and emerging areas of chemical sciences are strongly encouraged, particularly studies that integrate chemistry with biotechnology, nanotechnology, environmental engineering, forensic science, food science, public health, and computational modelling. The Journal particularly values research that demonstrates cross-disciplinary relevance and addresses real-world challenges.

While ChemClass Journal maintains a broad and inclusive scientific scope, all submitted manuscripts must demonstrate clear relevance to chemical sciences or chemically related disciplines. Submissions that fall outside the scientific domain of chemistry or lack a strong chemical or chemical-technology component may be declined without external review.

Authors are encouraged to carefully follow these guidelines before submission to ensure efficient processing and timely evaluation of manuscripts.

Manuscript Types
ChemClass Journal considers the following categories of manuscripts:

Original Research Articles
Original Research Articles present new experimental, theoretical, computational, or applied research findings that contribute significantly to existing knowledge in chemistry and related disciplines.

Review Articles
Review Articles provide comprehensive and critical assessments of existing research developments in specific areas of chemistry or related sciences. Reviews should provide synthesis, analysis, and perspectives on current knowledge and future research directions.

Short Communications
Short Communications report important preliminary findings, novel observations, or concise research contributions that warrant rapid dissemination.

Technical Reports and Methodological Papers
These articles describe significant methodological advances, analytical techniques, technological innovations, or practical applications relevant to chemical sciences.

General Submission Requirements
Manuscripts submitted to ChemClass Journal must satisfy the following requirements:

• The manuscript must represent original work that has not been published previously.
• The manuscript must not be simultaneously submitted to another journal.
• All authors must have made significant intellectual contributions to the research.
• All authors must approve the final submitted version.
• The manuscript must comply with relevant ethical standards.
• The corresponding author must take responsibility for communication with the Journal throughout the review and publication process.

Authors should ensure that manuscripts are written clearly in English and prepared according to the Journal’s formatting requirements.

Manuscript Preparation and Formatting
Manuscripts should be prepared using a clear and consistent format.
The preferred manuscript structure includes:

1. Title page
2. Abstract
3. Keywords
4. Introduction
5. Materials and Methods
6. Results
7. Discussion
8. Conclusion
9. Acknowledgements (where applicable)
10. Conflict of Interest Statement
11. Data Availability Statement
12. References

Authors may combine the Results and Discussion sections where scientifically appropriate.

Title Page
The title page should contain:

• Full title of the manuscript;
• Full names of all authors;
• Institutional affiliations;
• ORCID identifiers where available;
• Corresponding author details, including email address.

The title should be concise, informative, and accurately reflect the content of the manuscript.

Authors should avoid unnecessary abbreviations and overly broad titles.

Abstract and Keywords
Each manuscript must include an informative abstract summarising the major components of the research.

The abstract should briefly describe:

• Background;
• Aim/Objective of the study;
• Method;
• Results (Major findings);
• Scientific significance and conclusion.

The abstract should be concise and should not contain citations, undefined abbreviations, or unnecessary details.

Authors should provide appropriate keywords that represent the main concepts and scientific areas covered by the manuscript.

Manuscript Length and Presentation
Authors should present their work clearly and concisely. Manuscripts should contain sufficient methodological details to allow independent evaluation and, where applicable, replication of the research.

Unnecessary repetition should be avoided. Scientific terminology, abbreviations, symbols, and units should be used consistently throughout the manuscript.

Tables, Figures and Illustrations
Tables and figures should be used only where they enhance understanding of the research.

Authors should ensure that:

• Tables are numbered consecutively and appropriately titled;
• Figures are clear, high quality, and properly labelled;
• All tables and figures are cited in the text;
• Captions provide sufficient explanation without requiring reference to the main text.

Authors are responsible for obtaining permission for any copyrighted materials reproduced from other sources.

References and Citation Style
ChemClass Journal uses the IEEE referencing style.

In-text Citations
References should be cited using consecutive numbers enclosed in square brackets.

Reference numbers should appear in the order in which references are first mentioned in the text.

Examples:
“Previous studies have demonstrated similar findings [3,6].”
“Barnaby and Jones [8] reported a different mechanism for this reaction.”

Authors’ names may be mentioned in the text; however, the corresponding reference number(s) must always be provided.

Reference List Format
References should be listed numerically according to their order of appearance in the manuscript.

Journal Article
Format:
Author, A. A., Author, B. B., & Author, C. C. (Year). Title of article. Title of Journal, Volume (Issue),Page Numbers.

Example:
Smith, J. A., Brown, K. L., & Ahmed, M. T. (2023). Advances in catalytic materials for sustainable chemistry. Journal of Chemical Research, 15(2), 120–135.

Book
Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of book. Publisher.

Website
Format:
Author, A. A. (Year, Month Day). Title of webpage. Retrieved from URL.

Thesis or Dissertation
Format:
Author, A. A. (Year). Title of thesis (Master’s thesis or Doctoral dissertation). University Name.

Plagiarism and Similarity Screening
ChemClass Journal is committed to maintaining academic integrity and preventing plagiarism and other forms of unethical publication practices.

Authors are required to ensure that submitted manuscripts are original and properly acknowledge all sources of information.

Before submission, authors should assess their manuscripts using recognised plagiarism detection tools. Manuscripts submitted to ChemClass Journal should generally not exceed 20% similarity index when assessed using Turnitin or equivalent plagiarism detection software.

The Journal reserves the right to conduct independent similarity screening during the editorial process. Manuscripts with unacceptable levels of similarity or evidence of plagiarism may be rejected without further review.

Article Processing Charges (APC) Policy
ChemClass Journal is committed to maintaining a transparent, sustainable, and ethically governed publishing model that supports high-quality scholarly communication in chemistry and related disciplines. To support the operational, technical, and infrastructural costs associated with peer review, editorial management, production, and long-term digital preservation, the Journal applies modest publication-related charges, as outlined below.

Importantly, all editorial decisions are made independently and are not influenced by the payment of any fees at any stage of the publication process.

SUBMISSION HANDLING FEE
A non-refundable submission handling fee of Five Thousand Naira (₦5,000) ($10.00) only is required upon submission of a manuscript to ChemClass Journal.

This fee contributes to the administrative and technical processes involved in initial manuscript
processing, including:

• Editorial office handling and manuscript tracking;
• Initial technical screening and formatting checks;
• Plagiarism and similarity assessment;
• Assignment to editorial reviewers for preliminary assessment;
• Communication and administrative coordination throughout the submission process.'

The submission handling fee is applicable to all manuscripts submitted to the Journal and does not guarantee acceptance for publication.

ARTICLE PROCESSING CHARGE (APC)
Upon successful peer review and acceptance of a manuscript for publication, an Article Processing Charge of  Thirty-Five Thousand Naira (₦35,000) ($40.00) only is payable prior to typesetting and final production.

This APC covers the costs of transforming an accepted manuscript into a formally published scholarly article and ensuring its accessibility, discoverability, and long-term preservation.

The APC contributes to:

• Professional typesetting and layout design;
• Copyediting and production quality assurance;
• DOI registration and metadata configuration;
• Journal hosting, website maintenance, and digital infrastructure;
• Editorial secretariat operations and workflow management;
• Long-term archiving and preservation of published content;
• Administrative and publication logistics.

No article will proceed to final production, typesetting, or publication until the APC has been duly received and confirmed.

All payments shall be made to the Journal or Society Account as follows:

Account Name: ChemClass Journal
Account Number: 103-231-2038
Bank Name: FCMB

IMPORTANT PRINCIPLES
Editorial Independence
The payment of submission fees or APCs does not influence editorial decisions. Manuscripts are evaluated solely on the basis of scientific merit, originality, methodological rigour, ethical compliance, and relevance to the scope of ChemClass Journal.

Acceptance or rejection decisions are made independently by the editorial team following peer review.

Editorial Process

1. The journal adopts a double-blind peer review process. That means the manuscript is anonymised such that the authors and reviewers are unknown to each other.
2. Upon submission of a manuscript through the journal's online manuscript processing/peer review portal, it is assigned a unique manuscript ID number and the corresponding author is notified through email within 1-3 working days after submission.
3. Initial checks are conducted on the manuscript for compliance with the journal's style in terms of fulfilling the journal's scope, correct formatting, a correct number of required files in an acceptable manner by the journal and a plagiarism score of less than 20%.
4. The manuscript in which a noncompliant directive is detected is sent back to the authors for compliance with the directive. Detailed instructions on how to resubmit the manuscript with a compliant directive are sent to the corresponding author through email. Manuscripts with noncompliance directives that are not addressed by the authors within 30 days, or that fail to inform the Editor of the extension of the resubmission deadline, will be deleted from the journal portal. In that case, the authors have the option to start the process afresh.
5. A submitted manuscript that fulfils the compliance directives of the journal is sent to the Review stage, where it undergoes in-house editorial assessment within 7-14 days. Manuscripts judged by the in-house editorial team to be inappropriate are rejected without external review. Manuscripts judged by the in-house editorial team to be inappropriate are sent for external peer review.
6. A scientific editor is assigned to handle the external review process. The scientific editor evaluates the manuscript within 7-14 days to determine if it merits further consideration.
7. Manuscript that do not merit further consideration is sent to the Editor-in-Chief for a decision and then contact the authors.
8. For manuscripts that merit further consideration, the Scientific editor then searches and invites appropriate reviewers who are experts in the area of the manuscript. This stage takes about 7-21 days or more.
9. The invited reviewers are given 7 days to either accept or decline the invitation.
10. Peer reviewers are given 14 days from acceptance to submit their reports.
11. The review process can take two or more rounds depending on the circumstances and peculiarity of each submission.
12. Based on the recommendation received from the peer reviewers, the scientific editor makes a decision to the Editor-in-Chief.
13. The Editor-in-Chief evaluate the review report and the recommendation and makes the final decision.
14. The entire peer review process may take between 60 and 90 days and can be monitored by the authors to see the status of their paper.

Peer Review

The reports from at least two independent reviewers are used to evaluate the manuscript submitted for peer review. These independent reviewers may be suggested by the authors, but the choice of reviewers is strictly at the Handling Editor’s discretion. The selected reviewers and the authors of the manuscript will not be identified to each other.

The decision an editor will make after consideration of the reviewers’ evaluations is one of the
following:

1. Accept– This means the manuscript will be published by the journal and does not require any changes or modifications.
2. Minor or major revision– In this case, the authors are given an opportunity to address the reviewers’ comments by submitting a revised manuscript. Usually, the revised manuscript is sent back to the original reviewer for re-review. When submitting a revision, the following should be uploaded to the online submission system:
   1. A point-by-point rebuttal letter indicating how the comments raised by the reviewers have been addressed. In the case that some comments cannot be addressed, it is expected that the rebuttal letter provides the opportunity to justify this;
   2. a marked-up version of the manuscript that highlights the changes made and
   3. a ‘clean’ (non-highlighted) version of the manuscript.
3. Reject or resubmit for re-evaluation– This decision is made for manuscripts which fail to meet the high standards of ChemClass Journal. If the Editor-in-Chief believes the work has potential despite its current limitations, he may express interest in a future resubmission. However, if the authors decide to resubmit, the updated manuscript must be submitted online as a new manuscript, accompanied by a cover letter that includes a point-by-point response to the referees’ comments.

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Enquiries: Any questions regarding contributions to ChemClass Journal should be directed to:

The Editorial Office,
ChemClass Journal Editorial Secretariat,
C/o Department of Chemistry,
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria;
Telephone: +234 806-804-8633;
E-mail: editor@chemclassjournal.com.ng, journalchemclass@gmail.com