The aim of this journal is to bring together research papers in different areas of algorithmic and applicable discrete mathematics, as well as applications of combinatorial mathematics to computer science, OR and various areas of science and technology.Contributions presented to the journal can be research papers, short notes, surveys, and possibly research problems. The ''Communications'' section will be devoted to the fastest possible publication of the brief outlines of recent research results, the detailed presentation of which might be submitted for possible publication in DAM or elsewhere. The journal will also publish a limited number of book announcements, as well as proceedings of conferences.