Packaging Technology & Science publishes original research, applications and review papers describing significant, novel developments in its field.The Journal welcomes contributions in a wide range of areas in packaging technology and science, including:Active packagingAseptic and sterile packagingBarrier packagingDesign methodologyEnvironmental factors and sustainabilityErgonomicsFood packagingMachinery and engineering for packagingMarketing aspects of packagingMaterialsMigrationNew manufacturing processes and techniquesTesting, analysis and quality controlTransport packagingTopics may relate to the packaging of: foods; fragile and high value goods; medical and pharmaceutical products; high volume consumer goods; chemicals and hazardous materials.It is emphasized that the above is by no means an exhaustive list.The journal publishes full-length papers, which should not normally exceed 10,000 words, and short communications, which can be at most 2500 words with three tables or illustrations. Two-part papers will not be considered.