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给编辑部发邮件英文作文模板Subject: Email to the Editorial Department。
Dear [Editor's Name],。
I hope this email finds you well. My name is [Your Name] and I am writing to express my interest in submitting an article to your esteemed publication. I have been an avid reader of your magazine for many years and I greatly admire the quality of content and the diverse range of topics covered.I have been working on an article titled [Article Title] which I believe would be a great fit for your publication. The article discusses [Brief description of the article]. I have conducted thorough research on this topic and have gathered valuable insights that I believe would be of interest to your readers.I have attached a draft of the article for your review. I would be more than happy to make any revisions or adjustments as per your editorial guidelines. Additionally, I am open to any suggestions or feedback that you may have to improve the article.I have previously been published in [List any previous publications, if applicable] and have received positive feedback from readers and editors alike. I am confident that my writing style and expertise on the subject matter would be a valuable addition to your publication.I understand that you receive numerous submissions and I appreciate your time in considering my article for publication. I am more than willing to work within your timeline and am flexible with any deadlines that you may have.I am confident that my article would be a great fit for your publication and I am eager to contribute to your esteemed magazine. I am looking forward to the opportunity to work with you and to see my article published in your upcoming issue.Thank you for considering my submission. I look forward to your response.Warm regards,。
关于申请编辑的申请书英文英文回答:Dear [Hiring Manager Name],。
I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in the Editorial position at [Company Name]. With my extensive experience in editing, writing, and content management, I am confident in my ability to make a significantcontribution to your team.Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in meticulous editing and proofreading. I have a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of grammar, punctuation, and style. I am proficient in using a variety of editing tools and techniques to ensure the accuracy and clarity of written content.In previous roles, I have successfully edited and proofread a wide range of materials, including academicpapers, technical reports, marketing copy, and website content. I have a proven track record of meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high standards of quality.Beyond my technical proficiency, I am also a skilled writer with a strong command of the English language. I can effectively communicate complex ideas in a clear and engaging manner. I am also an adept researcher and can quickly gather and synthesize information to support editorial decisions.In addition to my core editing skills, I am also familiar with content management systems and have experience in managing editorial workflows. I am proficient in using tools such as WordPress, Drupal, and Microsoft Office Suite. I am also comfortable working independently or as part of a team.I am eager to learn and grow within the editorial field and am confident that I can make a valuable contribution to [Company Name]. I am a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and a passionfor excellence.I am available for an interview at your earliest convenience and would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further. Thank you for your time and consideration.Sincerely,。
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豆腐块文章tickler 记事本timeliness 时效性time slot 广播间隙time spot 广告时间tip 内幕新闻titbit 花絮,趣闻top line 大字标题top news 头条新闻,要闻track 移动摄像track-in 前移镜头,推进镜头tracking shot 移动镜头,跟踪镜头travelogue 游记trim 删改typeset 排字typesetter 排字工typo 排印错误ultra fax 电视电报;电视高速传真uncrowned king 无冕之王unidentified source 隐名消息来源unimpeachable source 消息可靠人士update 更新verbatim 一字不差的报道verite 实录技术vertical makeup 垂直式板式video art 电视艺术video commentator 电视新闻评论员videoconference 电视会议video land 电视业video nasty 恐怖电视片video piracy 电视片盗录video porn 色情电视片video verite 电视纪实拍摄videophone 电视电话vignette 花边文字visualizer 广告设计员voice-over 旁白vox pop 民众舆论want ad 征求广告war correspondent 随军记者wartime actuality shots 战时现场镜头watchdog 舆论监督weathercast 气象报道weatherman 气象报道员well-informed source/circle 消息灵通人士wide shot 广角镜头wire service 通讯社wooden head 沉闷的新闻标题word-of-mouth publicity 口头宣传working press 新闻界wrap-up 新闻综述yearly 年刊;年鉴yellow journalism 黄色新闻业zoom 调焦电视画面。
沃登编辑-sci论文常见的稿件状态词汇常见的稿件状态词汇(1)以下是常见的稿件状态词汇:1、A waiting administrative processing,A waiting AE assignment:属于第一阶段中,投稿不久,等待编辑做出第一步处理。
2、With Editor,With Editorial Staff:编辑已经领到稿件,但尚未指定审稿人。
3、A waiting Reviewer Assignment,Seeking Reviewers:表示正在寻找审稿人。
4、Under Review,In Review:表示稿件正在审稿人或者编辑手里审稿。
5、Requierd Reviews Completed:表示审稿意见已经返回给编辑。
6、A waiting Chief Editor Decision,A waiting EIC Decision,A waiting AE Decision,Decision in Process,With Editor for Decision,With Mini-hanging Committee:表示审稿意见已经返回,正在等待主编做出最后决定。
7、Decision,Final Decision:表示最后的审稿决定出来了。
常见的稿件状态词汇(2)1.Submitted to Journal刚提交的状态一般的步骤是这样的:网上投稿-Submit a manuscript:先到每个杂志的首页,打开submit paper一栏,先以通讯作者的身份register一个账号,然后以author login身份登录,按照提示依次完成:Select Article Type、Enter Title、Add/Edit/Remove Authors、Submit Abstract、Enter Keywords、Select Classifications、Enter Comments、Request Editor、Attach Files,最后下载pdf,查看无误后,即可到投稿主页approve submission或直接submit it。
under editor review under editorial
board review
"Under editor review" 和 "under editorial board review" 这两个短语都表示文章或论文正在被编辑或编辑委员会审查的过程中,但它们的具体含义和使用场景可能略有不同。
"Under editor review" 通常指的是文章已经提交给期刊或出版商,并且正在由责任编辑或编辑团队进行审查。
这个过程可能包括对文章的内容、结构、语法、引用等方面进行检查,以确保文章符合期刊的要求和标准。
编辑可能会提出修改建议或要求作者进行修改,以提高文章的质量和可读性。
"Under editorial board review" 则更强调文章正在被编辑委员会审查。
编辑委员会通常由一群资深专家或学者组成,他们会对文章的学术质量、创新性、研究方法等方面进行评估。
这个过程可能更加严格和全面,因为编辑委员会的成员通常具有更高的专业知识和经验。
总的来说,"Under editor review" 和 "under editorial board review" 都表示文章正在被审查的过程中,但"under editorial board review" 可能更加侧重于学术质量和专业性的评估。
这两个短语的使用场景和具体含义可能会因不同的期刊、出版商或学术机构而有所差异,因此在使用时需要根据具体情况进行理解。
editorial assignmentAn editorial assignment is a task given to a writer or editor to create a piece of writing for a publication, such as a newspaper, magazine, or website. The assignment may be to write an editorial, which is a type of article that expresses the opinions or views of the writer or publication. It may also be to write a news article, feature article, or other type of content.Editorial assignments may include specific guidelines or requirements for the piece, such as the length, tone, and style of the writing. The writer or editor may be given a topic to write about or may be asked to choose a topic within a specific subject area. They may also be given a deadline for completing the assignment.The purpose of an editorial assignment is to provide readers with informative, interesting, and thought-provoking content that reflects the values and perspective of the publication. Editorial assignments can be challenging, as they require writers and editors to research, organize, and present their ideas effectively and clearly. However, they also offer an opportunity for writers and editors to share their thoughts and insights with a wide audience and make a meaningful contribution to the conversation on important issues.。
submissions with an editorial office decision 全文共四篇示例,供读者参考第一篇示例:在学术期刊投稿的过程中,很多作者可能会遇到“submissions with an editorial office decision”这样的状态。
这个状态表示编辑部已经作出了决定,但具体的结果可能并不明确,需要进一步的审稿或其他步骤来确定文章的最终结局。
本文将就这一状态进行深入探讨,帮助作者更好地理解和处理相关情况。
对于这种状态的文章,作者不必过于沮丧或焦虑。
关于这类文章的编辑意见可能并不一致。
有些编辑可能认为文章值得进一步发展,而另一些编辑则可能认为文章并不够成熟或具有学术价值。
作者应该积极与编辑部沟通,了解编辑部的具体意见和建议,并尽快采取行动。
作者需要认真对待编辑建议,积极修改文章。
如果编辑部提出了一些修改意见或建议,作者应该认真审阅并尽快采取行动。
通常,编辑部会给出一个时间范围供作者完成修改。
如果作者能够根据编辑建议进行相应修正,很可能会有更大的机会被接受。
作者还需要不断提高论文质量,增加发表机会。
学术期刊接收的文章数量有限,竞争也非常激烈。
作者需要不断完善文稿,提高研究深度,提升创新性,才能增加被接受的机会。
作者还应该关注期刊的研究重点和风格,尽量确保自己的研究符合期刊的发表要求。
第二篇示例:在学术界,研究者们经常会向学术期刊投递他们的研究成果,这些投递被称为论文投稿。
在投稿后,编辑部门将对这些论文进行评审,并最终决定是否接受或拒绝该论文。
这个过程即为submissions with an editorial office decision,也就是编辑部门决定的提交。
在学术研究领域,编辑部门决定的提交是一个非常重要的步骤。
这一步骤的结果将决定着这篇论文是否能够被学术界认可和发表。
编辑部门通常会派遣专家学者对论文进行审阅,以确保文章质量和内容的学术价值。
审稿意见将是编辑部门决定接受或拒绝论文的主要依据。
回复编辑部邮件英文范文Subject: Response to Editorial Department Email.Dear [Editor's Name],。
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing in response to the email from the editorial department regarding [specific topic or request mentioned in the previous email].First and foremost, I would like to express mygratitude for bringing this matter to my attention. Your feedback and suggestions are highly valued, and I am committed to addressing any concerns or making necessary revisions as per the editorial department's recommendations.In response to the specific points raised in your email, I have carefully reviewed the content and have taken noteof the areas that require further attention. I will ensure that the necessary revisions are made to meet the editorialstandards and align with the publication's guidelines.Furthermore, I would like to assure the editorial department that I am dedicated to delivering high-quality and well-researched content. I am open to any additional feedback or guidance that may further enhance the article and contribute to its overall quality.Please feel free to reach out if there are any specific details or revisions that you would like me to focus on. I am more than willing to collaborate and make the required adjustments to ensure that the article meets the editorial department's expectations.Once again, I appreciate the time and effort invested by the editorial department in reviewing and providing feedback on the submitted content. I am looking forward to working together to finalize the article and move it closer to publication.Thank you for your attention to this matter. I am confident that with our collaborative efforts, we canproduce an article that meets the standards of the publication.Best regards,。
MULTIAGENT SYSTEMS AND SOFTWARE ARCHITECTURE
Guest Editor: Dr. Danny Weyns DistriNet Labs Department of Computer Science Katholieke Universiteit Leuven Celestijnenlaan 200A 3001 Leuven, Belgium E-mail: danny.weyns@cs.kuleuven.be
Published by Inderscience Enterprises Ltd. Int. J. Agent-Oriented Software Engineering, Vol. 2, No. 1, 2008 1 Copyright © 2008 Inderscience Enterprises Ltd. Editorial
Danny Weyns DistriNet Labs Department of Computer Science Katholieke Universiteit Leuven Celestijnenlaan 200A 3001 Leuven, Belgium E-mail: danny.weyns@cs.kuleuven.be
Biographical notes: Danny Weyns is a post-doctoral researcher at the Katholieke Universiteit of Leuven, Belgium. He obtained his PhD in 2006 for research on the connection between multiagent systems and software architecture. Weyns’s research interests include the role of the environment in multiagent systems, architectural description languages for decentralised systems and aspect-oriented software development.
Since the mid-1990s the idea that multiagent systems are a radically new way of engineering software has dominated research in agent-oriented software engineering. Wooldridge et al. (2000) state:
“There is a fundamental mismatch between the concepts used by object-oriented developers and other mainstream software engineering paradigms, and the agent-oriented view. [...] Existing software development techniques are unsuitable to realise the potential of agents as a software engineering paradigm.”
Zambonelli and Omicini (2003) state, “Agent-based computing can be considered as a new general-purpose paradigm for software development, which tends to radically influence the way a software system is conceived and developed.” This vision has led to the development of numerous multiagent system methodologies. However, the results that have been obtained in the application of these methodologies to real-world problems are disappointing. Another perspective on engineering multiagent systems starts from the viewpoint that multiagent system engineering fits well within mainstream software engineering. One particular argument that researchers of this vision have put forward is the observation that there is a strong connection between multiagent systems and software architecture. Mainstream software engineering has generally recognised software architecture as the primary vehicle to manage complexity and to achieve the system’s required qualities. Software architecture consists of the structures of the system, which comprise software elements, the externally visible properties of those elements and the relationships among them (Bass et al., 2003). Software elements provide the functionality of the system, while the required system qualities are primarily achieved through the structures of the software architecture. A multiagent system is structured as a set of autonomous software components (agents) that are situated in a shared environment. Agents can flexibly 2 D. Weyns achieve their design objectives by acting in the environment and interacting with one another. Multiagent systems are typically ascribed quality properties such as adaptability, robustness and scalability. The connection between multiagent systems and software architecture was the subject of a special track at Net.ObjectDays 2006 (Weyns and Holvoet, 2006). This special issue contains a selection of four thoroughly revised papers from this special track. ‘View composition in multiagent architectures’ by Boucké and Holvoet argues for explicit support in relating and composing multiple views in architectural descriptions. The authors propose three types of relations and demonstrate their use in an industrial multiagent system. In ‘On the modularity assessment of aspect-oriented multiagent architectures: a quantitative study’, Sant’Anna et al. analyse two medium-sized multiagent systems. A quantitative comparison demonstrates the advantages of improved modularity of aspect-oriented multiagent system architectures over conventional multiagent system architectures. In ‘Engineering manufacturing control systems using PROSA and delegate MAS’, Verstraete et al. present a software product line architecture for agent-based manufacturing control. The authors describe the assets of this software product line architecture and show how these assets can be combined to instantiate concrete manufacturing control applications. Finally, ‘Architectural design of a situated multiagent system for controlling automatic guided vehicles’ by Weyns and Holvoet demonstrates an end-to-end approach to applying software architecture principles in the design of an industrial AGV transportation system that is structured as a situated multiagent system. The papers of this special issue show how the architectural design of multiagent systems fits well within a mainstream software engineering perspective. They illustrate how the cross-fertilisation of multiagent system engineering and mainstream software architecture paves the way for industrial acceptance of multiagent systems.