Perspective: What constitutes a quality paper in atomic spectrometry

Abstract

Quality papers are essential for scientific dissemination as well as to instigate new researches in the field. This corollary also applies to atomic spectrometry, which has experienced amazing developments in concepts, instruments, and applications. This article highlights the main characteristics expected in a quality paper overall and particularly in atomic spectrometry. The aim is to bring guidelines for research students, newcomers in the field, and practicing chemists.

Keywords

• Scientific article
• Guidelines
• Atomic spectrometry