Guidelines for Non-Technical RA-M Columns

• Column articles are generally 2-6 magazine pages, with no more than 5 figures and 10 references
• Provide the column in both Word and PDF formats. Columns should also be formatted as follows:
  • Single column
  • Single space
  • Left justified
• Images, Charts, Figures, and Graphics
  • Provide all as individual hi-res files as jpg, or other graphic file format
  • Mention each figure in text in numerical order
  • A figure number and caption is required for each item
  • Authors must obtain approval from the copyright user to use photographs; authors must indicate if photograph(s) belong to them
  • Provide proper credit/attribution for each image
• All abbreviations must be spelled out in the first instance with the acronym in parentheses
• Byline
  • Names (only of authors) to appear in order
  • Author details:
    • Name
    • City, country
    • Affiliation (university/company)
    • Email (if desired)
• Provide a primary contact name and email to receive proof

Current RA-M Columns

• Opinions
• TC Spotlight
• Women in Engineering
• Industry Activities
• Competitions
• Education
• Young Professionals
• Student Corner
• Standards
• Conference Highlights
• Ethics