Publications

Broaden or share your knowledge in one of AVS' four journals. Note that AVS membership entitles you to online access to JVST A & JVST B as well as Surface Science Spectra. In addition, papers submitted to JVST A or JVST B by an AVS Full member will incur NO PAGE CHARGES.

Publish Conference Articles

AVS sponsored topical conferences have the opportunity to publish peer-reviewed conference articles bundled together in a single issue of the Journal of Vacuum Science and Technology (JVST). For more information contact Nancy Schultheis, 919-361-2787,

Educational Materials

AVS develops, publishes, and distributes a wide range of technical monographs, books, videos, and DVDs. To view these products, please visit the AVS Store.

AVS Connects - An Online Buyers Guide

Searchable database for prospective purchasers of scientific and technical equipment and services to find company and product information, including web and e-mail links. Visitors also have access to the Technical Resources section offering utilities such as conversion calculators, reference materials, and periodic tables. Visit AVS Connects.

Vacuum Technology Division Shop Note Award

The Journal of Vacuum Science & Technology publishes short “how to do it” articles called Shop Notes. Each year the VTD gives one or more awards for the best Shop Notes that appear in JVST A and JVST B.

A Shop Note should be written and illustrated so that the reader may easily follow whatever instruction or advice is being given. An abstract is not required for a Shop Note. Click here for instructions on submitting a Shop Note.
AVS Publications Digital Library
Use the AVS Publications Digital Library as your portal to access all four AVS journals. The site features recently published and research highlights as well as advanced search capabilities. Visit the website at www.avspublications.org
  • AVS Publications Office
  • Nancy Schultheis
  • Publications Office Manager
  • 100 Park Drive, Suite 105
  • PO Box 12748
  • Research Triangle Park, NC 27709
  • Phone: 919-361-2787
  • Fax: 919-361-1378
  • E-mail:

AVS Advertising Opportunities

There are several ways your organization can partner with AVS to gain additional recognition and exposure.

Opportunities include exhibiting at AVS events, Corporate Membership, print or online journal advertising, online career services or AVS Buyers Guide ads, sponsorship programs, and more.

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JVST Writers Workshop Webinar

Check out JVST Editor-in-Chief, Eray Aydil's webinar where he explains:

  • How the technical publication process works.
  • What editors look for in a quality submission.
  • Suggestions on getting published.


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