Sample Letter to the librarian

The Librarian & Head of Collections

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University/Institution Name

Library Address

Subject: Formal Recommendation for Subscription to ChemSci Advances (Ariston Publications)

Dear [Librarian's Name / Head of Collections],

I am writing to strongly recommend the acquisition of an institutional subscription to the journal ChemSci Advances, published by the non-profit academic publisher, Ariston Publications, for our library's electronic collections.

As a faculty member in the Department of Chemistry/ Biochemistry, it is imperative that our students and researchers have access to the highest quality and most current international research. ChemSci Advances has quickly emerged as a premier publication that meets this critical need, offering a unique blend of foundational research and interdisciplinary innovation that is not fully covered by our existing subscriptions.

My recommendation is based on the following compelling strengths of the journal:

Exceptional Editorial Leadership and Rigor: The journal is guided by an international Editorial Board composed of leading scholars in their respective sub-disciplines. This ensures a peer-review process that is both rigorous and fair, guaranteeing that published content is of the highest caliber, methodological integrity, and scientific significance. It provides our community with a trusted source of vetted information.

Comprehensive and Forward-Looking Scope: ChemSci Advances excels in its coverage of both core and emerging areas, including synthetic chemistry, catalysis, materials science, nanotechnology, chemical biology, and sustainable chemistry. This broad yet deep interdisciplinary scope makes it an invaluable resource for researchers across multiple departments, including Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, and Pharmacology.

High Utility and Strategic Value: The inclusion of this journal would directly support the research of our graduate students and faculty, as well as provide advanced undergraduates with access to cutting-edge review articles and primary literature. It is particularly critical for our ongoing research initiatives in [mention a specific area, e.g., "development of novel catalytic processes" or "sustainable polymer design"], filling a noticeable gap in our current collections.

Non-Profit, Community-Oriented Model: As a publication of Ariston Publications, a non-profit organization, the journal's mission is aligned with the advancement of scholarly knowledge rather than commercial interests. Revenue is reinvested into the scientific community, supporting innovations in open scholarship and ensuring the long-term preservation of the scientific record.

Providing access to ChemSci Advances would significantly enhance the library's support for the scientific enterprise at our institution. It would equip our researchers with the necessary tools to remain competitive and would see high usage given the critical importance of its subject matter.

Thank you for your time and consideration of this essential resource. I am confident that a subscription to ChemSci Advances would represent a valuable and strategic addition to our library's premier collections.

Sincerely,

Your Name
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