IMMUNOLOGY

Scope & Guideline

Advancing the Frontiers of Immunological Research

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of IMMUNOLOGY 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
ISSN0019-2805
PublisherWILEY
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1958 to 2024
AbbreviationIMMUNOLOGY / Immunology
Frequency12 issues/year
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Aims and Scopes

The journal "Immunology" focuses on advancing the understanding of immune system functions, interactions, and their implications in health and disease. It encompasses a wide array of immunological research methodologies, from basic science to clinical applications, and aims to provide insights into novel therapeutic strategies.
  1. Immune Response Mechanisms:
    Research on the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying immune responses, including the roles of T cells, B cells, macrophages, and innate lymphoid cells.
  2. Immunotherapy Innovations:
    Studies focused on developing and refining immunotherapeutic approaches, such as CAR-T cell therapy, monoclonal antibodies, and vaccines, especially in cancer and infectious diseases.
  3. Disease Models and Mechanisms:
    Investigations utilizing various disease models to elucidate immunopathological processes, including autoimmunity, allergies, and infectious diseases.
  4. Microbiota and Immune Interactions:
    Exploration of the complex relationships between gut microbiota and immune system function, impacting health, disease, and therapeutic responses.
  5. Immune System and Metabolism:
    Research linking metabolic processes to immune cell function and differentiation, highlighting the influence of metabolic states on immune responses.
The journal has seen a significant uptick in research focusing on contemporary challenges and innovations in immunology, reflecting the dynamic nature of the field.
  1. Single-Cell Omics:
    An increasing number of studies utilize single-cell RNA sequencing and other omics technologies to dissect immune cell populations and their functions at unprecedented resolution.
  2. Immunometabolism:
    Emerging research highlights the interplay between metabolism and immune function, revealing how metabolic reprogramming affects immune responses and potential therapeutic targets.
  3. Therapeutic Targeting of Immune Checkpoints:
    A surge in studies targeting immune checkpoints, particularly in cancer immunotherapy, showcases the ongoing exploration of novel treatment strategies.
  4. Microbiome and Immune Regulation:
    Research on the role of the microbiome in modulating immune responses is gaining traction, emphasizing its significance in health and disease.
  5. Nanomedicine and Immunology:
    The integration of nanotechnology in immunotherapy and drug delivery systems is becoming a prominent theme, reflecting innovations in treatment methodologies.

Declining or Waning

While the journal has consistently published high-quality research, certain themes have shown a decline in focus over recent years. This may reflect evolving priorities within the immunological research community.
  1. Traditional Vaccine Development:
    There has been a noticeable reduction in publications focused on traditional vaccine development, possibly due to a shift towards mRNA and novel vaccine technologies.
  2. Basic Immunological Pathways:
    Research on well-established immune pathways, such as basic cytokine signaling, is appearing less frequently as the field progresses toward more complex interactions and systems biology approaches.
  3. Animal Models in Immunology:
    The reliance on animal models for studying immune responses is waning in favor of humanized models and in vitro systems, as researchers seek more translational relevance.

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