Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry.

The article presents a critical review on the significant developments in the inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICPMS) in chemical research from October 2003 to October 2005 in the U.S. Due to the publication of numerous papers that do not represent a significant advancement in ICPMS, the author recommends rejection of some manuscripts. It is the goal of the refereeing process to ensure the quality and significance of published papers in the field. In conclusion, the marginal importance of many published papers indicate a large variation in the reviewing process within a given journal. Proper selection of referees is also considered in this review.