The Journal of the European Ceramic Society publishes the results of original research relating to the structure, properties and processing of ceramic materials. Papers of either an experimental or theoretical character will be welcomed on a fully international basis. Papers may cover any of the branches of ceramic science and technology and may relate to any of the so-called categories: structural, functional and traditional ceramics. The central objective is to sustain a high standard of research quality by means of appropriate reviewing procedures. In addition to the monthly regular issues, the journal publishes Refereed Reports from important conferences usually related to the European Ceramic Society.