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Biochimica et Biophysica Acta: Molecular Basis of Disease

ISSN: 0925-4439
5 Year impact factor: 5.5
Impact factor: 4.2

BBA Molecular Basis of Disease addresses the biochemistry and molecular genetics of disease processes and models of human disease.Manuscripts should emphasize the underlying molecular mechanisms of human disease pathways and provide significant advances to the understanding and/or treatment of these disorders.Studies in model organisms or systems are strongly recommended in order to validate mechanistic insights. Topics of interest include, but are not limited toAgingCancerCardiovascular diseasesCell death–related diseasesGenetic diseasesGenetic and epigenetic regulation in diseasesImmunological diseasesInflammatory diseasesMetabolic diseasesMitochondrial diseasesMuscular diseasesNeurological diseasesThe non-preferred topics for BBADIS includeNon-coding RNAsResearch on non-coding RNAs (microRNAs, lncRNAs, circRNAs, etc.) will be considered only if it provides significantly novel insights into disease mechanisms.Single Cell Line StudiesStudies involving single cell lines will be considered only if they present significantly novel findings.Computational (in Silico) StudiesPurely computational works (e.g., Mendelian randomization, molecular docking, molecular dynamics) will generally be declined unless they provide novel insights into disease mechanisms.Disease BiomarkersResearch on disease biomarkers will be considered only if it relates to the explanation of disease mechanisms.Descriptive or Correlative StudiesDescriptive or correlative studies (e.g., up/down regulation of gene products, -omics studies without follow-up experiments) will be declined unless they provide mechanistic insights.Natural Products and Traditional MedicineWork on natural products, extracts, and traditional medicine will be considered only if single biochemical components are characterized and tested.Clinical Studies and Case ReportsClinical studies or case reports without mechanistic insights are outside the scope of the journal.Hypothesis ArticlesSubmissions based solely on hypotheses will not be considered.Comparative Genomics StudiesComparative genomics studies (e.g., GWAS) will only be considered if they provide specific insights into the structural and/or functional properties of individual genes.Incremental WorkResearch that offers incremental advancements without significant novelty or impact will generally be declined.

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Cancer Letters

ISSN: 0304-3835
5 Year impact factor: 8.3
Impact factor: 9.1

An international journal providing a forum for original and pertinent contributions in cancer researchCancer Letters is an international journal that considers full-length articles and Mini Reviews in the broad area of basic and translational oncology. Additionally, Special Issues highlight topical areas in cancer research. Basic areas of interest to a broad readership of Cancer Letters include the molecular genetics and cell biology of cancer, radiation biology, molecular pathology, hormones and cancer, viral oncology, metastasis, and chemoprevention. The journal places emphasis on experimental therapeutics, particularly targeted therapies for personalized cancer medicine, including metronomic chemotherapy.Benefits to authors We 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: https://service.elsevier.com.

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Cell Genomics

ISSN: 2666-979X
Impact factor: 11.1

Cell Genomics is a gold open access journal that provides a high-profile forum for major advances in genetics, genomics and genome technology, and their applications in basic, molecular, biomedical, clinical, and social sciences. Cell Genomics aims to bring together diverse communities in the shared goals of advancing genomics and its impact on biomedical science, precision medicine, and global and ecological health. To this end, Cell Genomics is multidisciplinary in scope, covering the full range of research, resources, methods, and technology involved with characterizing, interpreting, or functionally interrogating genomes. In addition to primary research manuscripts of various lengths and formats, Cell Genomics further facilities cross-community dialogue through the publication of expert analysis, commentary, and reviews on topics of current interest in the field.Topics covered include but are not limited to: human genetics, cancer genomics, precision medicine, genome technology, single-cell genomics, genome editing, computational genomics, functional genomics, genomes and comparative genomics, agricultural genetics, population and evolutionary genetics, and genetics and society.Cell Genomics is committed to open science and transparency in the editorial, review, and publishing process to support our community in the advancement of scientific research. We encourage sharing of initial manuscripts through preprint servers, and to facilitate this, we offer a direct submission route from bioRxiv or medRxiv to Cell Genomics. We also encourage rapid sharing of data and software/code, and we require datasets and software/code to be made available with the initial submission to Cell Genomics so that these can be carefully vetted as part of our review process. Cell Genomics is committed to providing authors with a fast, fair, informed, and responsive review process. We offer the option of transparent peer review so that readers are able to follow the editorial and review process from first submission through to publication.

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Cells & Development

ISSN: 0925-4773
5 Year impact factor: 2.1
Impact factor: 2.1

Cell and Developmental Biology and their Quantitative approaches The Official Journal of The International Society of Developmental BiologistsCells & Development is an international journal covering the areas of cell biology and developmental biology. In addition to publishing work at the interphase of these two disciplines, we also publish work that is purely cell biology as well as classical developmental biology.C&D is the official journal of The International Society of Developmental Biologists (ISDB) which supports the world-wide community of developmental biologists.Cells & Development will consider papers in any area of cell biology or developmental biology, in any model system like animals and plants, using a variety of approaches, such as cellular, biomechanical, molecular, quantitative, computational and theoretical biology.Areas of particular interest include:Cell and tissue morphogenesisCell adhesion and migrationCell shape and polarityBiomechanicsTheoretical modelling of cell and developmental biologyQuantitative biologyStem cell biologyCell differentiationCell proliferation and cell deathEvo-DevoMembrane trafficMetabolic regulationOrgan and organoid developmentRegenerationPublications at the interface of physics and biology often include theoretical work which is summarised in a short form in a Supplementary Text or Supplementary Theory. Authors may want to further describe, extend and give higher visibility to the theoretical work that they have published in this way. We are therefore pleased to announce that Cells & Development will now consider submissions of extended and more detailed versions of Supplementary Theory material published in other biological or generalist journals. To be considered, these articles must introduce significant additional material and discussion of previously published results. They must explicitly refer to the article where the Supplementary Theory text was originally published. Reproduction of the previously published figures or text materials should be minimal and appropriately referenced, in accordance with copyright requirements of the other journal.With this initiative, Cells & Development is aiming at promoting quantitative approaches to biology by giving the opportunity to theorists to better explain and highlight their contribution to multidisciplinary studies.Cells & Development does not publish descriptive studies of gene expression patterns and molecular screens; for submission of such studies see Gene Expression Patterns .

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Cells & Development

ISSN: 2667-2901
5 Year impact factor: 2.1
Impact factor: 2.1

Cell and Developmental Biology and their Quantitative approaches The Official Journal of The International Society of Developmental BiologistsCells & Development is an international journal covering the areas of cell biology and developmental biology. In addition to publishing work at the interphase of these two disciplines, we also publish work that is purely cell biology as well as classical developmental biology.C&D is the official journal of The International Society of Developmental Biologists (ISDB) which supports the world-wide community of developmental biologists.Cells & Development will consider papers in any area of cell biology or developmental biology, in any model system like animals and plants, using a variety of approaches, such as cellular, biomechanical, molecular, quantitative, computational and theoretical biology.Areas of particular interest include:Cell and tissue morphogenesisCell adhesion and migrationCell shape and polarityBiomechanicsTheoretical modelling of cell and developmental biologyQuantitative biologyStem cell biologyCell differentiationCell proliferation and cell deathEvo-DevoMembrane trafficMetabolic regulationOrgan and organoid developmentRegenerationPublications at the interface of physics and biology often include theoretical work which is summarised in a short form in a Supplementary Text or Supplementary Theory. Authors may want to further describe, extend and give higher visibility to the theoretical work that they have published in this way. We are therefore pleased to announce that Cells & Development will now consider submissions of extended and more detailed versions of Supplementary Theory material published in other biological or generalist journals. To be considered, these articles must introduce significant additional material and discussion of previously published results. They must explicitly refer to the article where the Supplementary Theory text was originally published. Reproduction of the previously published figures or text materials should be minimal and appropriately referenced, in accordance with copyright requirements of the other journal.With this initiative, Cells & Development is aiming at promoting quantitative approaches to biology by giving the opportunity to theorists to better explain and highlight their contribution to multidisciplinary studies.Cells & Development does not publish descriptive studies of gene expression patterns and molecular screens; for submission of such studies see Gene Expression Patterns .

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Current Opinion in Genetics & Development

ISSN: 0959-437X
5 Year impact factor: 4.1
Impact factor: 3.7

Current Opinion in Genetics and Development aims to stimulate scientifically grounded, interdisciplinary, multi-scale debate and exchange of ideas. It contains polished, concise and timely reviews and opinions, with particular emphasis on those articles published in the past two years. In addition to describing recent trends, the authors are encouraged to give their subjective opinion of the topics discussed.In Current Opinion in Genetics and Development we help the reader by providing in a systematic manner:1. The views of experts on current advances in their field in a clear and readable form. 2. Evaluations of the most interesting papers, annotated by experts, from the great wealth of original publications.Current Opinion in Genetics and Development is part of the Current Opinion and Research (CO+RE) suite of journals . CO+RE journals leverage the Current Opinion legacy of editorial excellence, high-impact, and global reach to ensure they are a widely-read resource that is integral to scientists' workflows.Current Opinion in Genetics and Development will serve as an invaluable source of information for researchers, lecturers, teachers, professionals, policy makers and students.Division of the subject into sectionsThe subject of Genetics and Development is divided into six themed sections, each of which is reviewed once a year:• Cancer Genomics • Genome Architecture and Expression • Molecular and genetic basis of disease • Developmental mechanisms, patterning and evolution • Cell reprogramming, regeneration and repair • Genetics of Human Origin / Evolutionary genetics (alternate years)Selection of topics to be reviewedSection Editors, who are major authorities in the field, are appointed by the Editors of the journal. They divide their section into a number of topics, ensuring that the field is comprehensively covered and that all issues of current importance are emphasised. Section Editors commission reviews from authorities on each topic that they have selected. The Editorial Board provides support to the Editors and the Section Editors with their comments and suggestions on names and topics.Review articles in Current Opinion in Genetics and Development are by invitation only.Review ArticlesThe Current Opinion journals were developed out of the recognition that it is increasingly difficult for specialists to keep up to date with the expanding volume of information published in their subject. In the Current Opinion journals, we help the reader by providing in a systematic manner: (1) The views of experts on current advances in the field in a clear and readable form. (2) Evaluations of the most interesting papers, annotated by experts, from the great wealth of original publications.The aim of the manuscript is to review recent articles, with particular emphasis on those articles published in the past two years. In addition to describing recent trends, you are encouraged to give your subjective opinion of the topics discussed, although you should not concentrate unduly on your own research. Your review should be approximately 2000 words (not including references or reference notes), with approximately 50 references and, as such, the review is intended to be a concise view of the field as it is at the moment, rather than a comprehensive overview. Our audience ranges from student to professor, so articles must be accessible to a wide readership. Please avoid jargon, but do not oversimplify: be accurate and precise throughout. Occasionally, unpublished data can be referred to, but only when essential and should never be used to substantiate any significant point.Please see further information under Writing and Formatting – Additional information. Editorial OverviewSection Editors write a short overview at the beginning of the section to introduce the reviews and to draw the reader's attention to any particularly interesting developments.This successful format has made Current Opinion in Genetics and Development one of the most highly regarded and highly cited review journals in the field.

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DNA Repair

ISSN: 1568-7864
5 Year impact factor: 3.7
Impact factor: 3

DNA Repair (DNAREP) is a journal focusing on DNA repair and cellular responses to DNA damage. DNA Repair publishes articles on genetic, cellular, biochemical, structural and molecular aspects of DNA repair. The journal welcomes articles describing databases, methods and new technologies supporting research on DNA repair and responses to DNA damage. Letters to the Editor, hot topics and classics in DNA repair, historical reflections, book reviews and meeting reports will also be considered for publication.The journal publishes topics directly pertaining to DNA damage and repair, which include:ApoptosisBiological responses to genomic insultCell cycle regulationCell fate decisionsEpigenetics and chromatinGenomics/bioinformaticsHuman diseases: aging, cancer, and neurological dysfunctionImmune responsesMutagenesis & signature mutationsStructural biology and computational modeling

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Experimental Parasitology

ISSN: 0014-4894
5 Year impact factor: 1.6
Impact factor: 1.4

Experimental Parasitology emphasizes modern approaches to parasitology, including molecular biology and immunology. The journal features original research papers on the physiological, metabolic, immunologic, biochemical, nutritional, and chemotherapeutic aspects of parasites and host-parasite relationships.Benefits to authors We 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 Center

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FEBS Letters

ISSN: 0014-5793

FEBS Letters is one of the world's leading journals in biochemistry and is renowned both for its quality of content and speed of production. Bringing together the most important developments in the molecular biosciences, FEBS Letters provides an international forum for Minireviews, hypotheses and research letters that merit urgent publication.FEBS Letters offers: • Faster publication: − Accepted articles are published online in 3 days − The print version of the article is published in 3 to 5 weeks after acceptance • Full-text article disclosure in HTML and PDF formats • Articles in Press are included in PubMed • Easy online manuscript submission system • Transparent online peer review and manuscript tracking system • No page charges • Free color figuresSubject Coverage: The subject area of FEBS Letters is broad. It covers biochemistry (including protein chemistry, enzymology, nucleic acid chemistry, metabolism, and immunochemistry), structural biology, biophysics, computational biology (genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics), molecular genetics, molecular biology and molecular cell biology (signal transduction, intracellular traffic, regulation of cellular proliferation, cell-cell interactions) and systems biology. Studies on microbes, plants and animals at the molecular level are within the scope of FEBS Letters.Submitting Authors: Manuscripts can be submitted to FEBS Letters at: http://ees.elsevier.com/febsletters/

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Gene

ISSN: 0378-1119
5 Year impact factor: 2.7
Impact factor: 2.6

Gene publishes papers that focus on the regulation, expression, function, and evolution of genes in all biological contexts, including all prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms, as well as viruses.Gene supports open access and strives to be an international and diverse journal.The following topics, each headed up by a Section Editor who is an expert in the field, are considered for publication:Human Genetics: Encompasses the fields of molecular genetics, cytogenetics, biochemical genetics, population genetics, evolutionary genetics, developmental genetics, and clinical genetics. We welcome articles aimed at understanding the molecular basis of human diseases, the genetic diversity and evolution of human populations, and the developmental processes that shape human phenotypes (applications in medicine, biotechnology, forensics, anthropology, and bioethics).Cancer Genetics: We welcome high-quality scientific papers on the cellular, genetic and molecular aspects of cancer, including cancer predisposition and clinical diagnostic applications. Specific areas of interest include descriptions of new chromosomal, molecular, or epigenetic alterations in benign and malignant diseases; novel laboratory approaches for identification and characterization of chromosomal rearrangements or genomic alterations in cancer cells; correlation of genetic changes with pathology and clinical presentation; and the molecular genetics of cancer predisposition.Neurogenetics: The focus is to understand how genetic variations influence the structure and activity of neurons, glia, and neural circuits, as well as how they affect the risk and progression of neurological and psychiatric disorders. We also welcome articles, reviews, and short communications on gene expression and regulation that are modulated by environmental factors and neural activity and how gene therapy can be used to treat or prevent neurological diseases.Animal Genetics: We welcome original manuscripts, reviews, and short reports on frontline research on the molecular genetics, functional genomics, and microbiomics of livestock, marine animals, wildlife, and laboratory animals. Publications may include studies of variation in proteins, metabolomes, genes, transcriptomes, and genomes in relation to phenotypes, mapping of traits gene editing, genetic diversity and epidemiology, epigenetics, epigenomics, multi-omics, and microbiomes.Some of the topics that animal genetics covers are - Inheritance: How genes are passed from parents to offspring and how they determine the physical and behavioral features of animals. - Variation: How genes interact with each other and with the environment to create differences among individuals and populations of animals. - Selection: How natural or artificial forces affect the frequency and distribution of genes and traits in animal populations. - Genetic engineering: How biotechnology can modify the genetic makeup of animals for various purposes, such as improving disease resistance, enhancing performance, or creating transgenic animals. - Genetic testing: How molecular techniques can identify the genetic status of animals for diagnosis, screening, or identification purposes.Genome Editing: We welcome submissions within the field of gene editing, covering various document types, such as reviews, research papers, or short communications on the latest findings and translational research in this evolving area.The broad focus of this section encompassesInvestigations into the regulatory mechanisms of gene editing, exploration of genetic pathways, and specific genes impacting gene editing in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic systemsGene editing of somatic and stem cells for all organismsTherapeutic development of novel gene editing tools for the treatment of cancer and inherited diseasesDevelopment of new research tools, such as single-agent applications with oligonucleotides and programmable nucleases, including but not limited to CRISPR/Cas systemsInnovation concerning biomolecular tools that advance genetic engineering objectivesAdditionally, we encourage the submission of reviews or research articles describing the appropriate use of gene editing in eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms, with a special emphasis on ethical regulation and guidance provided by the appropriate regulatory agencies.Molecular Ecology: We welcome articles, reviews, and short communications that investigate how environmental factors affect the distribution and abundance of species; how species respond to climate change, habitat fragmentation, and invasive species; how gene expression and epigenetics influence phenotypic variation and plasticity; and how hybridization and introgression shape the genetic structure and speciation of populations. We also aim at publishing articles, reviews, and short communications that address molecular ecology, which provides insights into the ecological and evolutionary processes that shape biodiversity and the functioning of ecosystems.Plant Genetics: We welcome manuscripts, reviews, short communication that focus on the molecular mechanisms and evolutionary processes that shape the diversity and function of plant genomes. Topics may include the use of various tools and techniques, such as molecular markers, gene editing, transcriptomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics to investigate the structure, expression, regulation, and interaction of plant genes. Also, applications in agriculture, biotechnology, medicine, and conservation are of interest to Gene.Parasitology and Virology: The focus of this branch is to understand the biology and diversity of parasites and viruses, to identify their modes of transmission and pathogenesis, to develop diagnostic tools and preventive measures, and to find effective treatments and vaccines.We aim at publishing research papers, reviews, and communications related to parasite biology, with particular attention to the effects and physiological alterations to their hosts and vectors and to the strategies implemented by parasites to transmit between hosts and counteract their immune defenses.Microbiology: We welcome articles, reviews, and short communications that investigate microbiology in relation to applications in medicine, biotechnology, agriculture, food safety, and environmental engineering.Out of scope areComputational/bioinformatic studies without solid experimental validation of the computed findingsCase report studies reporting solely descriptive observations with no genetic implicationsMendelian randomization studies and meta-analysesAny descriptive study that has no genetic implicationsGene is part of the Gene Family, and you are welcome to submit toGene Reports (Impact Factor 1.3)Human Gene (Impact Factor 0.7)Plant Gene (under Impact Factor review)

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Biochimica et Biophysica Acta: Molecular Basis of Disease

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Cells & Development

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DNA Repair

Experimental Parasitology

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