History of Publication of KONA Powder and Particle Journal: From Japanese Innovation to Global Recognition—A 43-Year Journey (1983–2026)
Abstract
After 43 years of pioneering publication, the KONA Powder and Particle Journal will conclude with Issue No. 43 in 2026.Launched in 1983 as "KONA Powder Science and Technology in Japan", it became the first English-language powder technology journal published in Japan, bridging Japanese innovation with global research communities.Throughout its remarkable journey, KONA evolved from a Japan-focused publication to an internationally recognized Diamond Open Access journal, adapting to digital transformation while maintaining its core mission of advancing powder and particle science.This retrospective chronicles the major milestones, innovations, and collaborative efforts that established KONA's distinguished legacy in scientific publishing.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Publishing and Scholarly Communication
Library Science and Information
Historical Studies and Socio-cultural Analysis
Publication details
- Journal / source
- KONA Powder and Particle Journal
- Volume
- 43
- Issue
- 0
- Pages
- 327–331
- Publication date
- 10 January 2026
- Language
- EN