February 18, 2026

This month, the Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL highlights the contributions of early-career scientists. We invite graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and new professionals to submit manuscripts that demonstrate innovation, rigor, and real-world relevance in analytical chemistry or microbiology.

AOAC is committed to supporting emerging voices in method development, validation, and regulatory science. Whether you are preparing your first major publication or expanding on work presented at a conference, this is an excellent opportunity to share your research with a global audience of scientists, regulators, and laboratory professionals.

Your work can help shape the future of analytical and microbiological testing. Contribute to a journal that supports global scientific rigor and regulatory confidence. Publishing with AOAC offers authors a global, multidisciplinary readership; rigorous peer review by subject matter experts; and strong alignment with regulatory and standards-setting communities. Authors also benefit from opportunities for community engagement, including potential author spotlights and features that highlight impactful scientific contributions.

Why Publish: Share trusted, high‑quality analytical science with a global readership and a community that shapes international standards.

Manuscripts are accepted on a rolling basis. Detailed author guidelines and submission instructions are available through the AOAC INTERNATIONAL submission portal. Researchers, method developers, and laboratory scientists at all career stages are encouraged to submit their work.

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