Year: 2023
Type: editorial
Abstract: RecommendationsT he American Society for Mass Spectrometry was founded in 1969. 1 Over the years, the Society has experienced rapid growth and is composed of >7500 members, representing a diverse group of individuals from varied industry, government, and academic settings.The stated goal of ASMS is "to promote and disseminate knowledge of mass spectrometry and allied topics". 1 One component of that mission is the publication of the Journal of the American Society for Mass Spectrometry (JASMS).As the publication industry is adapting to rapidly evolving policies, JASMS seeks to ensure it fully represents the diverse interests of all subdisciplines of mass spectrometry while aligning to modern publication standards.We hope this editorial helps to inspire and provide you with an opportunity to help shape JASMS to suit the needs of each ASMS member.As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization duly formed in the United States, ASMS is bound by laws that dictate aspects of the Society, including membership and governing structure.ASMS is led by a nine-member Board of Directors who have been elected by the members of the Society.As the Board of Directors provides governance through directing Society functions and ensuring financial security, it is critical to the success of ASMS.To manage specific aspects of the Society, the Board relies on committees.The board structure consists of the offices of President, Vice President for Programs, Vice President for Arrangements, Treasurer, Secretary, and Past President.In addition to these individuals, three Members-at-Large direct the efforts of the Membership, Education, and Publication committees.The members of the committees serve two-year terms and are selected from the ASMS membership as recommended by the committee members and approved by the Board of Directors.Here, we introduce you to the current members of the Publications Committee.Stephen Valentine, ASMS Member-at-Large for Publications, is an Associate Professor of Chemistry at West Virginia University where he develops new MS instrumentation and techniques for 'omics analyses.
Language: English
Subfield: History and Philosophy of Science
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4362601164