eNeuro

Scope & Guideline

Connecting minds to advance the science of the nervous system.

Introduction

Delve into the academic richness of eNeuro with our guidelines, detailing its aims and scope. Our resource identifies emerging and trending topics paving the way for new academic progress. We also provide insights into declining or waning topics, helping you stay informed about changing research landscapes. Evaluate highly cited topics and recent publications within these guidelines to align your work with influential scholarly trends.
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Aims and Scopes

The journal eNeuro focuses on a wide range of topics within neuroscience, emphasizing innovative experimental techniques and their implications for understanding neural mechanisms. Its core areas reflect a commitment to advancing the field through interdisciplinary research that combines molecular, cellular, and systems-level approaches.
  1. Neural Mechanisms of Behavior:
    Research exploring how various neural circuits and neurotransmitter systems influence behavior, including studies on decision-making, learning, and memory.
  2. Neurodevelopment and Plasticity:
    Investigations into how neural connections and brain structures develop and adapt over time, with a focus on plasticity in response to experience or injury.
  3. Neuropharmacology and Therapeutics:
    Studies examining the effects of pharmacological agents on neural function and behavior, aimed at identifying potential therapeutic targets for neurological disorders.
  4. Advanced Imaging and Electrophysiological Techniques:
    Utilization of cutting-edge imaging and electrophysiological methods to study brain activity and connectivity in real-time, enhancing our understanding of neural dynamics.
  5. Neuroinflammation and Neurodegeneration:
    Research into the roles of neuroinflammation and neurodegenerative processes in various diseases, with a focus on their cellular and molecular underpinnings.
  6. Translational Neuroscience:
    Work aimed at bridging basic neuroscience research with clinical applications, particularly in understanding and treating neurological and psychiatric disorders.
Recent publications in eNeuro indicate a shift towards several emerging and trending themes that reflect the evolving landscape of neuroscience research. These themes highlight the journal's responsiveness to contemporary challenges and innovations within the field.
  1. Neurotechnology and Computational Approaches:
    An increasing number of studies are focusing on neurotechnologies, including advanced imaging, machine learning, and computational modeling, to analyze complex neural data and enhance experimental methodologies.
  2. Interdisciplinary Research:
    There is a growing trend towards interdisciplinary approaches that combine neuroscience with fields such as engineering, genetics, and computer science, fostering novel insights into brain function.
  3. Neurodevelopmental Disorders:
    Research into the underlying mechanisms of neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism and related conditions, is gaining momentum, with an emphasis on genetic, environmental, and neurobiological factors.
  4. Neuroinflammation and Immune System Interactions:
    Studies investigating the role of neuroinflammation and the immune system in neurological diseases are becoming more prevalent, reflecting a shift towards understanding brain health in the context of systemic processes.
  5. Personalized and Precision Neuroscience:
    Emerging research is increasingly focused on personalized approaches to treatment and understanding individual variability in neural responses, paving the way for tailored therapeutic strategies.

Declining or Waning

While eNeuro continues to thrive in many areas, certain themes appear to be waning in prominence within recent publications. These declining themes may reflect shifts in research focus or advancements in methodology that render previous approaches less relevant.
  1. Basic Behavioral Neuroscience Studies:
    There has been a noticeable decline in purely behavioral studies without a strong molecular or neural basis, as the field increasingly emphasizes mechanistic insights.
  2. Traditional Neuroanatomy:
    Research focusing solely on classical neuroanatomical mapping without integrating functional or molecular data is becoming less common, as the field moves towards a more dynamic understanding of brain architecture.
  3. Static Models of Neurodevelopment:
    Research using static or simplistic models of neurodevelopment is declining in favor of more complex, dynamic models that account for environmental interactions and genetic factors.
  4. Aging and Neurodegeneration as Isolated Topics:
    While aging and neurodegeneration remain important, studies addressing these issues in isolation, without considering their interactions with other neurological processes, are less frequently published.

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