Animals

Scope & Guideline

Exploring the frontiers of animal biology and welfare.

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of Animals 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
ISSN2076-2615
PublisherMDPI
Support Open AccessYes
CountrySwitzerland
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2011 to 2024
AbbreviationANIMALS-BASEL / Animals
Frequency24 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressST ALBAN-ANLAGE 66, CH-4052 BASEL, SWITZERLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal "Animals" aims to advance the understanding of animal biology, welfare, and management through a diverse range of interdisciplinary research. It focuses on the health, behavior, genetics, nutrition, and conservation of animals, providing a platform for innovative studies that bridge gaps between veterinary science, animal husbandry, and wildlife management.
  1. Animal Welfare and Behavior:
    Research focusing on the welfare of domesticated and wild animals, exploring the impacts of environmental conditions, human interactions, and management practices on their behavior and overall well-being.
  2. Genetics and Genomics:
    Studies investigating the genetic basis of traits related to reproduction, health, and growth, utilizing genome-wide association studies (GWAS), transcriptomics, and molecular techniques to enhance breeding programs and conservation efforts.
  3. Nutrition and Feeding Practices:
    Exploration of dietary impacts on animal health, performance, and product quality, including the evaluation of alternative feed sources, supplementation strategies, and the role of probiotics in livestock nutrition.
  4. Disease Management and Veterinary Medicine:
    Research addressing the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of animal diseases, including the development of vaccines, antimicrobial resistance, and novel therapeutic approaches in veterinary practices.
  5. Conservation and Wildlife Management:
    Studies examining the ecological and conservation needs of various species, focusing on habitat preservation, species interactions, and the effects of human activities on wildlife populations.
  6. Technological Innovations in Animal Science:
    Research utilizing advanced technologies such as machine learning, imaging, and sensor-based monitoring to improve animal husbandry practices, welfare assessments, and disease detection.
Recent publications in "Animals" reflect emerging trends that highlight the evolving focus of research within the field, particularly concerning animal welfare, health, and innovative applications.
  1. One Health Approach:
    An increasing trend towards integrating human, animal, and environmental health, emphasizing the interconnections between these domains in addressing zoonotic diseases and promoting overall health.
  2. Sustainable Animal Production:
    Research focusing on sustainable practices in animal agriculture, including the use of alternative feed sources, waste management, and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  3. Advanced Genetic Technologies:
    The use of CRISPR, genomic selection, and other advanced genetic tools is on the rise, providing new insights into breeding strategies and genetic improvement of livestock.
  4. Microbiome Research:
    A growing interest in understanding the gut microbiome's role in animal health and nutrition, leading to research on probiotics, prebiotics, and their effects on growth and disease resistance.
  5. Animal-Assisted Interventions:
    Increasing attention on the therapeutic roles of animals in human health contexts, exploring their use in psychological therapies, rehabilitation, and support for mental health.
  6. Technological Integration in Animal Care:
    The incorporation of technology such as AI, machine learning, and sensor technologies for monitoring animal behavior, health, and welfare is gaining momentum, enhancing precision in animal management.

Declining or Waning

While "Animals" has a broad scope, certain research areas have shown a decline in publication frequency or focus over recent years, indicating shifts in priorities within the field.
  1. Traditional Animal Husbandry Practices:
    Research focusing on conventional methods of animal husbandry has decreased as the field shifts towards more sustainable practices and innovative technologies.
  2. Invasive Species Management:
    Though still relevant, studies specifically centered on invasive species management have become less prominent, possibly due to a growing emphasis on holistic ecosystem management and conservation strategies.
  3. Basic Animal Physiology Studies:
    There has been a noticeable reduction in basic physiological studies, as more applied research focusing on practical applications in veterinary and agricultural settings takes precedence.
  4. Ethological Studies in Captivity:
    Research examining animal behavior in captivity without a strong welfare focus is declining, as there is a greater emphasis on welfare and environmental enrichment in captive settings.

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