Journal Guide

Journal of Learning Disabilities (LDX) provides specials series (in-depth coverage of topics in the field, such as mathematics, sciences and the learning disabilities field as discursive practice), feature articles (extensive literature reviews, theoretical papers, and position papers), research articles (reports of qualitative and quantitative empirical research), and intervention articles (overviews of successful interventions).

The Journal of Legal Medicine is the official quarterly publication of the American College of Legal Medicine (ACLM). Incorporated in 1960, the ACLM has among its objectives the fostering and encouragement of research and study in the field of legal medicine. The Journal of Legal Medicine is internationally circulated and includes articles and commentaries on topics of interest in legal medicine, health law and policy, professional liability, hospital law, food and drug law, medical legal research and education, the history of legal medicine, and a broad range of other related topics. Book review essays, featuring leading contributions to the field, are included in each issue. Peer Review Policy: All research articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and refereeing by two anonymous referees. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The Journal of Lesbian Studies examines the cultural, historical, and interpersonal impact of the lesbian experience on society, keeping all readers professional, academic, or general informed and up to date on current findings, resources, and community concerns. Independent scholars, professors, students, and lay people will find this interdisciplinary journal essential on the topic of lesbian studies! Peer Review Policy: All review papers in this journal have undergone editorial screening and peer review. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The Journal of Leukocyte Biology (JLB) has its origins in the Journal of the Reticuloendothelial Society (JRES) and is today an increasingly highly recognized international journal reporting scientific advances in leukocyte biology.In 1922, Karl Albert Ludwig Aschoff (1866–1942) coined the term “reticuloendothelial system” (RES) [1]. The RES concept was introduced as early as 1914 by Kenji Kiyono (1855–1955). One of the most prominent characteristics of RES cells was their propensity for absorption and storage of vital stains in granular form that had been introduced into the blood in solution. .

In one forum, Journal of Loss and Trauma brings together scholarship on personal losses relating to family, health, and aging issues. The journal addresses issues dealing with psychological and physical health and interpersonal losses relative to extended family, community life, and society as a whole. In order to broaden the reader's perspective on loss and bereavement, the journal defines loss as a major reduction in a person's resources, whether personal, material, or symbolic, to which the person was emotionally attached. Types of loss covered include: death and dying; dissolution and divorce; loss of employment; life-threatening diseases and long-term disability; loss of possessions; homelessness; recurring and haunting memories; disenfranchisement and stigmatization; losses resulting from war and violence; and aging. The Journal of Loss & Trauma highlights common as well as differing impacts of major losses while revealing commonalities of the various healing processes. Interdisciplinary in its approach, the journal publishes empirically-oriented papers, case studies with intervention strategies, point-counterpoint discussions, theoretical analyses, essays on concepts or links among relevant fields, and therapeutic approaches. Book reviews are also regular features. Peer Review Policy: All research, theoretical, and review articles in this journal have undergone rigorous peer review, based on initial editor screening and anonymous refereeing by 1 to 3 anonymous referees. Publication office: Taylor & Francis, Inc., 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106.

The Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease, sponsored by the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology, is the source for the latest science in the field of diagnosis, etiology, and therapy of pathologic conditions of the cervix, vagina, and vulva. The Journal is a peer-reviewed publication for the exchange of information among interested health care providers from many different disciplines including pathology, cytology, cytogenetics, gynecologic oncology, endocrinology, preventive medicine, basic science, and clinical medicine. Features include original, peer-reviewed articles; book reviews; case reports; review articles; a Home Study Course including instructional cases with photographs; descriptions of technique/technology; and abstracts from meetings. Website: www.jlgtd.com.

The Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (JMRI) is an international journal devoted to the timely publication of basic and clinical research, educational and review articles, and other information related to the diagnostic applications of magnetic resonance.

Journal of Mammary Gland Biology and Neoplasia provides researchers within and outside the field of mammary gland biology with an integrated source of information derived from studies of the development, function, and pathology of the mammary gland. This quarterly journal offers comprehensive analyses of all aspects of the field, considering the fundamental biology and pathology of the mammary gland including, but not restricted to mammary development, the biology of breast cancer, lactation, milk proteins, bioactive agents in milk, hormonal regulation, growth factors, signal transduction, nutrition, and genetics. Each outstanding issue, guest edited by prominent authorities in the field, contains a series of minireviews encompassing a single topic. Researchers in the field of mammary gland biology, dairy scientists, and breast cancer researchers, as well as cell biologists, medical scientists, oncologists, nutritionists, pediatricians, and obstetricians will benefit from this quarterly.

Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) is dedicated to the advancement of chiropractic health care. It provides the latest information on current developments in therapeutics, as well as reviews of clinically oriented research and practical information for use in clinical settings. The Journal's editorial board includes some of the world's leading clinical low-back and spine researchers from medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic, and post-secondary education. JMPT, the premier biomedical publication in the chiropractic profession, publishes peer-reviewed original articles, case reports, journal abstracts, commentary, and new media reviews. Readers include chiropractors, osteopaths, physical therapists, physiatrists, radiologists, and sports medicine specialists.JMPT is the only chiropractic journal included in Index Medicus. It is also indexed/abstracted in Current Contents/Clinical Medicine and Index to Chiropractic Literature.Special discount of $99 offered to COCA members.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

Journal of Medical Case Reports, edited by Professor Michael Kidd, is a peer-reviewed open access journal that will consider any original case report that expands the field of general medical knowledge. Authors are encouraged to invite the patient to contribute to the case report — each article can include an optional ‘Patient's perspective’ section, where the patient describes their experience of the disorder and treatment.

Journal of Medical Colleges of PLA (English edition, ISSN 1000-1948) is founded in 1986 and published bimonthly. It is cosponsored by the four military medical universities of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. All of the four universities enjoy high reputation in medical science. The editorial office is in the Second Military Medical University in Shanghai.Journal of Medical Colleges of PLA publishes the most recent medical achievements of the four medical universities of the PLA and papers from aboard and all over the country in china. It mainly reports on basic medicine, clinical medicine, public health and epidemiology, military medicine, pharmacology and Traditional Chinese Medicine. And now it has readers in North America, Europe, Asia and other parts of the world.Each paper in the journal is peer-reviewed. And the originality, scientific merits, validity and practicability of each contribution will be discussed periodically at our Editorial Board meeting to decide if the paper can be published. And many published articles are sponsored by various kinds of national projects or key programs and foundations.Four academicians of Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) or Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE) are the chief editors of the journal. In our Editorial Board there are 63 well-known professors with different biomedical and health background in China.Journal of Medical Colleges of PLA has been indexed by some international and internal retrieval systems, such as Chemical Abstracts (CA), VINITI Abstracts Journal, Source Journal For Chinese Sci & Tech Papers And Citations.

Focusing on applied research and the development of new medical devices or instrumentation, this new journal presents papers on devices that improve diagnostic interventional and therapeutic treatments. It provides special coverage of novel devices that allow new surgical strategies, new methods of drug delivery, or possible reductions in the complexity, cost, or adverse results of health care. The Design Innovation category features papers focusing on novel devices, including some with limited clinical or engineering results. The Medical Device News section provides coverage of advances, trends, and events.