Even though the Journal is very multidisciplinary with interests in a broad range of topics related to sensors technology, there are topics that are outside the scope of the journal. Submissions are considered out-of-scope if they:
- Focus solely on AI/ML algorithms, data analysis, or signal processing without a clear, measurable impact on sensor devices or systems - such as enhancements in device performance, system integration, edge deployment, or noise resilience
- Present algorithmic contributions that lack direct relevance to sensor design or application (e.g., contributions primarily in communications, networks, computations, information theory, or pure data science)
- Describe sensor applications without explicit innovation in sensor components or systems – mere use of sensors is not sufficient
- Provide results without experimental validation, except in rare cases where the intellectual value or relevance is particularly high
Submissions that focus solely on AI/ML algorithms, data analysis, or signal processing – without a demonstrated and measurable impact on sensor devices or sensor systems – are out of scope for IEEE Sensors Letters. To be considered, papers must clearly show how AI/ML contributes to the advancement of sensing technologies, such as through improved device performance, system integration, or sensor-specific adaptation (e.g., edge deployment, noise resilience). Algorithmic work without direct relevance to sensor design or application will be declined without review.
IEEE Sensors Letters is an electronic journal dedicated to publishing short manuscripts, quickly, on the latest and most significant developments in the field of sensors. The quick turnaround is motivated by a desire to perform a vital function: efficient publication of papers that require urgent dissemination. The scope of the journal includes all aspects of sensors and sensing technology including the theory, design, fabrication, manufacturing, signal processing, interface circuits and applications of devices for sensing and transducing physical, chemical and biological phenomena.
