Journal Guide

Ecology and Society is an electronic, peer-reviewed, multi-disciplinary journal devoted to the rapid dissemination of current research. Manuscript submission, peer review, and publication are all handled on the Internet. Software developed for the journal automates all clerical steps during peer review, facilitates a double-blind peer review process, and allows authors and editors to follow the progress of peer review on the Internet. As articles are accepted, they are published in an "Issue in Progress." At six month intervals the Issue-in-Progress is declared a New Issue, and subscribers receive the Table of Contents of the issue via email. Our turn-around time (submission to publication) averages around 250 days.

The International Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Diseases publishes articles on all gastrointestinal and liver diseases of global significance. Our aim is to encourage scientists to publish their experimental and theoretical results in as much detail as possible through the submission of full-length/mini reviews, original research articles and thematic issues covering all aspects of the recent advancements and applications of the management of gastrointestinal disorders and liver diseases, such as new therapies and diagnostic tools and the elucidation of physiopathology mechanisms of those diseases in theoretical or experimental models

Policy making and implementation, planning and management are widely recognized as central to effective health systems and services and to better health. Globalization, and the economic circumstances facing groups of countries world-wide, meanwhile present a great challenge for health planning and management. The aim of this quarterly journal is to offer a forum for publications which direct attention to major issues in health policy, planning and management. The intention is to maintain a balance between theory and practice, from a variety of disciplines, fields and perspectives. The Journal is explicitly international and multidisciplinary in scope and appeal: articles about policy, planning and management in countries at various stages of political, social, cultural and economic development are welcomed, as are those directed at the different levels (national, regional, local) of the health sector. Manuscripts are invited from a spectrum of different disciplines e.g., (the social sciences, management and medicine) as long as they advance our knowledge and understanding of the health sector. The Journal is therefore global, and eclectic. Editorial Policy The Editors welcome contributions from teachers, researchers, policy-makers and practitioners, whose knowledge, skills and visions bear broadly on the planning and management of the health sector. The overriding criterion for full-length manuscripts is originality, a high scholarly quality, and genuine interest to a wide audience. In addition to publishing original articles, the Editors encourage submission of: review articles; short notes on conceptual difficulties and technical developments; summaries of published research findings; book reviews; news of forthcoming colloquia; and summary proceedings of important national and international symposia falling within the aims and scope of the Journal. 2009 Impact Factor: 0.658 ((C) ISI Journal Citation Reports 2010).

The International Journal of Medical Robotics and Computer Assisted Surgery provides a cross-disciplinary platform for presenting the latest developments in robotics and computer assisted technologies for medical applications. The journal publishes cutting-edge papers and expert reviews, complemented by commentaries, correspondence and conference highlights that stimulate discussion and exchange of ideas. Areas of interest include robotic surgery aids and systems, operative planning tools, medical imaging and visualisation, simulation and navigation, virtual reality, intuitive command and control systems, haptics and sensor technologies. In addition to research and surgical planning studies, the journal welcomes papers detailing clinical trials and applications of computer-assisted workflows and robotic systems in neurosurgery, urology, paediatric, orthopaedic, craniofacial, cardiovascular, thoraco-abdominal, musculoskeletal and visceral surgery. Articles providing critical analysis of clinical trials, assessment of the benefits and risks of the application of these technologies, commenting on ease of use, or addressing surgical education and training issues are also encouraged. The journal aims to foster a community that encompasses medical practitioners, researchers, and engineers and computer scientists developing robotic systems and computational tools in academic and commercial environments, with the intention of promoting and developing these exciting areas of medical technology.

This impressive collection of electronic, fully searchable pdf's spans 28 years beginning with Volume 1, 1970, through Volume 28, 1998; it comprises 112 issues, 909 articles, and over 10,000 pages. The collection may be purchased outright for the low price of $952*, or may be received as part of an enhanced subscription for just $107 over the current subscription rate. The outright purchase is a truly remarkable value for this quality and quantity of content—for 10,447 pages, the breakdown is just 9 cents per page! Born over 40 years ago, IJPM emerged in response to the growing need for a journal to consolidate the growing body of literature in the field of comprehensive medical care. IJPM has clearly met that need and continues to enrich the medical literature. This extensive resource collection covers all the developments and trends in the field as they originated and evolved; an unsurpassed treasure trove of information at one's fingertips! .

The International Journal of Psychoanalysis is a fully peer reviewed journal published six times a year (February, April, June, August, October and December) since its merger with The International Review of Psycho-Analysis in 1994. It is the only psychoanalytic journal regularly publishing extensive contributions by authors throughout the world - facilitated by a system of international editorial boards and the policy of allowing submission and review in all main European languages, followed by translation of accepted papers at the Journal's expense. We publish contributions on Methodology, Psychoanalytic Theory & Technique, The History of Psychoanalysis, Clinical Contributions, Research and Life-Cycle Development, Education & Professional Issues, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, and Interdisciplinary Studies. The Journal also publishes the main papers and panel reports from the International Psychoanalytical Association's Congresses, book reviews, obituaries, and correspondence.

The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research (JBHS&R) is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal that publishes articles on the organization, financing, delivery, and outcomes of behavioral health services, including mental health, alcohol, and substance abuse. JBHS&R provides practical and empirical contributions and explains the implications of each research article. Each issue includes an overview of contemporary concerns and recent developments in behavioral health policy and management through research articles, policy perspectives, commentaries, brief reports, and book reviews.This journal is the official publication of the National Council for Behavioral Health. 5 Year Impact Factor: 1.309 (2007)
Section 'Health Policy & Services': Rank 27 out of 40
Section 'Public, Environmental & Occupational Health': Rank 39 out of 701.309 (2007)
Section 'Health Policy & Services': Rank 27 out of 40
Section 'Public, Environmental & Occupational Health': Rank 39 out of 70

The Journal of Biochemistry founded in 1922 publishes the results of original research in the fields of Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell, and Biotechnology written in English in the form of Regular Papers or Rapid Communications. A Rapid Communication is not a preliminary note, but it is, though brief, a complete and final publication. The materials described in Rapid Communications should not be included in a later paper. The Journal also publishes short reviews (JB Review) and papers solicited by the Editorial Board.

The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism is the world's leading peer-reviewed journal for endocrine clinical research and cutting edge clinical practice reviews. Each issue provides the latest in-depth coverage of new developments enhancing our understanding, diagnosis and treatment of endocrine and metabolic disorders. Regular features of special interest to endocrine consultants include clinical trials, clinical reviews, clinical practice guidelines, case seminars, and controversies in clinical endocrinology, as well as original reports of the most important advances in patient-oriented endocrine and metabolic research. According to the latest Thomson Reuters Journal Citation Report, JCE&M articles were cited 65,847 times in 2009. Also in 2009, it has an Impact Factor of 6.202 and is ranked 10th out of 105 journals in the category of Endocrinology and Metabolism.

The Journal of Clinical Investigation is a top-tier venue for critical advances in biomedical research. The JCI combines a 2009 Impact Factor of 15.387 with immediate free access to its articles to produce an ideal home for authors seeking the widest possible audience for their most important work. The journal is headed by Editor in Chief Dr. Laurence A. Turka (Harvard University, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center) and an Editorial Board of peer scientists at the University of Pennsylvania whose depth and experience ensures fair and competent peer review. Dr. Ushma Neill serves as the JCI's Executive Editor.In addition to the scholarly biomedical research articles that the JCI has always published, the journal accepts submissions in 2 other categories: Brief Reports and Technical Advances (see list). Brief Reports are discrete, highly significant findings reported in a shorter format. Technical Advances report new and important research tools and techniques with broad impact. These submissions should include application of the technique to a specific question relevant to understanding or treating a disease.The JCI participates in PubMed Central and deposits research articles upon publication of each issue, which satisfies the NIH Public Access Policy and other similar funding agency requirements.

For more than 50 years, clinical pharmacologists, clinical and pharmaceutical researchers, drug development specialists, physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals have relied on The Journal of Clinical Pharmacology (JCP) for original research, special reviews, commentaries, and case reports on all phases of drug development from absorption, disposition, metabolism, excretion interactions, and preferred uses through post-marketing evaluations.

The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry is a premier clinical peer-reviewed publication for psychiatrists that is indexed and abstracted by the National Library of MedicineThe Primary Care Companion for CNS Disorders, a peer-reviewed publication that is indexed and abstracted by the National Library of Medicine through PubMed Central, reaches a broad range of primary care specialists who treat patients who suffer from behavioral disordersThe CME Institute, which is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians, offers over 150 free educational activities that are directly related to patient care.

The Journal of Comparative Neurology is an interdisciplinary journal with systems neuroscience as its primary purview. Our focus is on neuronal communication within systems of neurons, and their relationship to function, development, plasticity, degeneration, and repair. The field is broadly defined and includes work that uses molecular, anatomical, physiological, pharmacological, and behavioral methods to investigate neuronal systems, but does not include papers that primarily address clinical aspects of neurology, neuropathology, psychiatry, or psychology. Work on all species from invertebrates to humans is welcome, but the emphasis should be on the way that species adaptations enlighten us about the function or organization of nervous systems, rather than on their evolution per se. The Journal of Comparative Neurology takes special care to provide the highest quality of image reproduction, and offers sufficient page space to document and describe the work completely. Only full-length investigative reports are desired; we do not accept short communications or papers that are focused on new methods.

The Journal of Continuing Education is a quarterly journal publishing articles relevant to theory, practice, and policy development for continuing education in the health sciences. The journal presents original research and essays on subjects involving the lifelong learning of professionals, with a focus on continuous quality improvement, competency assessment, and knowledge translation. It provides thoughtful advice to those who develop, conduct, and evaluate continuing education programs. Issues contain: * Original Research that includes detailed methods, data, analysis, and reporting of implications for research and practice. Articles conclude with Lessons for Practice, summaries of key themes, or recommendations for application of the article's findings. * Innovations in Continuing Education with analysis and commentary exploring contemporary issues in professional healthcare education. * Book Reviews of key publications in healthcare planning, policy, and continuing education.

The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery serves as a forum of communication for all those involved in craniofacial and maxillofacial surgery and pediatric plastic surgery. Coverage ranges from practical aspects of craniofacial surgery to the basic science that underlies surgical practice in this field. JCS publishes original articles, scientific reviews, editorials and invited commentary, plus CD-ROM supplements. Select articles from international journals and occasional international bibliographies in craniofacial surgery ensure the journal meets the needs of its entire readership.Published BimonthlyWebsite: www.jcraniofacialsurgery.com.

The Journal of ECT covers all aspects of electroconvulsive therapy and related treatments. Leading clinicians and researchers examine the effects of induced seizures, as well as non-convulsive brain stimulation, on behavior and organ systems; review important research results on the mode of induction, occurrence, and propagation of seizures; explore the difficult sociological, ethical, and legal issues concerning the use of ECT; and discuss the latest developments in rTMS, VNS, MST, and DBS.For more information, visit www.ectjournal.com.

The Journal of Emergency Medicine is an international, peer-reviewed publication featuring original contributions of interest to both the academic and practicing emergency physician. JEM, published monthly, contains research papers and clinical studies as well as articles focusing on the training of emergency physicians and on the practice of emergency medicine. The Journal features the following sections:• Original Contributions• Clinical Communications: Pediatric, Adult, OB/GYN• Selected Topics: Toxicology, Prehospital Care, The Difficult Airway, Aeromedical Emergencies, Disaster Medicine, Cardiology Commentary, Emergency Radiology, Critical Care, Sports Medicine, Wound Care• Techniques and Procedures• Technical Tips• Clinical Laboratory in Emergency Medicine• Pharmacology in Emergency Medicine• Case Presentations of the Harvard Emergency Medicine Residency• Visual Diagnosis in Emergency Medicine• Medical Classics• Emergency Forum• Editorial(s)• Letters to the Editor• Education• Administration of Emergency Medicine• International Emergency Medicine • Computers in Emergency Medicine• Violence: Recognition, Management, and Prevention• Ethics• Humanities and Medicine• American Academy of Emergency Medicine• AAEM Medical Student Forum• Book and Other Media Reviews• Calendar of Events• Abstracts• Trauma Reports• Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine