Animal Cells and Systems

Scope & Guideline

Pioneering Insights into Animal Cell Dynamics

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Animal Cells and Systems with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1976-8354
PublisherTAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
Support Open AccessYes
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2008 to 2024
AbbreviationANIM CELLS SYST / Anim. Cells Syst.
Frequency6 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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Address2-4 PARK SQUARE, MILTON PARK, ABINGDON OR14 4RN, OXON, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Animal Cells and Systems' is dedicated to exploring the intricate biological systems of animals, focusing on cellular and molecular processes. The journal emphasizes multidisciplinary approaches, combining experimental studies with advanced technologies to elucidate mechanisms underlying health, disease, and development in animal models.
  1. Cellular Mechanisms and Signaling Pathways:
    Research often delves into the molecular signaling pathways that govern cellular functions, including apoptosis, proliferation, and differentiation, to understand disease mechanisms and identify potential therapeutic targets.
  2. Environmental and Developmental Influences:
    Studies investigate how environmental factors, such as toxins or diet, affect cellular behavior and development, particularly in animal models, providing insights into developmental biology and toxicology.
  3. Disease Models and Therapeutics:
    The journal features research utilizing various animal models to study disease mechanisms and test therapeutic interventions, particularly in areas such as cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and metabolic disorders.
  4. Genomic and Transcriptomic Analyses:
    There is a strong emphasis on genomic and transcriptomic approaches to understand gene expression patterns and regulatory mechanisms, particularly in response to environmental stresses or during disease progression.
  5. Intercellular Communication and Microenvironment:
    Research highlights the role of extracellular vesicles, signaling molecules, and the tumor microenvironment in mediating communication between cells, influencing both normal and pathological processes.
The journal has seen a rise in certain research themes that reflect current scientific interests and advancements in technology. The following areas are emerging as significant trends in recent publications.
  1. Neurobiology and Neurodegenerative Diseases:
    There is a growing emphasis on understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative diseases, with papers focusing on neuroplasticity, signaling pathways, and potential therapeutic interventions.
  2. Microbiome and Host Interactions:
    Research exploring the interactions between gut microbiota and host physiology is gaining traction, highlighting the importance of the microbiome in health, disease, and metabolic processes.
  3. Gene Editing and CRISPR Technologies:
    The application of CRISPR and other gene-editing technologies is increasingly prevalent, with studies focusing on genetic modifications in animal models to investigate disease mechanisms and therapeutic approaches.
  4. Extracellular Vesicles and Intercellular Signaling:
    The role of extracellular vesicles in mediating intercellular communication and their implications in various biological processes, including cancer progression and immune responses, is an emerging focus area.
  5. Circadian Biology and Metabolism:
    Research into the interplay between circadian rhythms and metabolic processes is on the rise, reflecting a growing interest in how biological clocks influence health and disease.

Declining or Waning

While 'Animal Cells and Systems' continues to publish a wide range of topics, certain themes are becoming less prominent in recent years. This decline may reflect shifting research priorities or increased focus on other emerging areas.
  1. Traditional Toxicology Studies:
    There has been a noticeable decrease in the publication of studies solely focused on traditional toxicological assessments, as the field shifts towards more integrative approaches that consider multi-organ effects and systemic impacts.
  2. Basic Morphological Studies:
    Papers concentrating solely on basic morphological aspects without a clear functional or mechanistic context are becoming less frequent, as the journal trends towards publications that provide deeper biological insights.
  3. In Vitro Cell Culture Studies:
    While still relevant, the reliance on simple in vitro models without subsequent validation in vivo is waning, as researchers increasingly seek to demonstrate findings within more complex biological systems.

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