JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY

Scope & Guideline

Advancing the Frontiers of Toxicological Research

Introduction

Explore the comprehensive scope of JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY through our detailed guidelines, including its aims and scope. Stay updated with trending and emerging topics, and delve into declining areas to understand shifts in academic interest. Our guidelines also showcase highly cited topics, featuring influential research making a significant impact. Additionally, discover the latest published papers and those with high citation counts, offering a snapshot of current scholarly conversations. Use these guidelines to explore JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL TOXICOLOGY in depth and align your research initiatives with current academic trends.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN0146-4760
PublisherOXFORD UNIV PRESS INC
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1977 to 2024
AbbreviationJ ANAL TOXICOL / J. Anal. Toxicol.
Frequency9 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
Home Page-
AddressJOURNALS DEPT, 2001 EVANS RD, CARY, NC 27513

Aims and Scopes

The Journal of Analytical Toxicology primarily focuses on advancing the field of toxicology through rigorous analytical methodologies, providing crucial insights into drug use, intoxications, and the development of innovative testing techniques.
  1. Analytical Method Development:
    The journal emphasizes the development and validation of new analytical methods for the detection and quantification of drugs, metabolites, and toxic substances in various biological matrices.
  2. Forensic Toxicology Studies:
    A significant focus is placed on forensic applications, including case studies that explore the toxicological profiles of substances involved in fatalities and legal cases.
  3. Emerging Psychoactive Substances:
    Research often highlights the identification and characterization of novel psychoactive substances (NPS), reflecting the ongoing evolution of drug use patterns and associated health risks.
  4. Biomarkers of Exposure:
    The journal covers the exploration of biomarkers for drug exposure, including studies on how substances are metabolized and their implications for toxicological assessments.
  5. Public Health and Safety Implications:
    Research published in the journal often addresses public health concerns related to drug use, impaired driving, overdose incidents, and the implications for law enforcement and healthcare.
The Journal of Analytical Toxicology is witnessing several emerging themes that reflect the evolving landscape of drug use and analytical techniques, indicating areas of heightened research interest.
  1. Synthetic Cannabinoids and Designer Drugs:
    There is a marked increase in studies focusing on synthetic cannabinoids and designer benzodiazepines, highlighting their rising prevalence and the need for improved detection methods.
  2. Postmortem Toxicology Investigations:
    An increasing number of publications are dedicated to postmortem toxicology, emphasizing the analysis of drug concentrations and metabolites in cases of suspected overdose or intoxication.
  3. Drug Impairment and Driving Under Influence (DUID):
    Research related to drug impairment in driving contexts is gaining traction, with studies examining the relationship between drug concentrations and impairment effects.
  4. Methodological Innovations:
    Emerging themes include the development of novel extraction and analytical techniques, such as microextraction methods and high-throughput screening, to improve the efficiency and sensitivity of toxicological analyses.
  5. Cross-Reactivity and Immunoassay Challenges:
    An increased focus on the challenges posed by cross-reactivity in immunoassays for drug detection reflects the need for more accurate and reliable testing methods.

Declining or Waning

While the Journal of Analytical Toxicology continues to thrive with numerous emerging themes, certain areas of focus appear to be waning, indicating a shift in research priorities.
  1. Traditional Drug Testing Techniques:
    As analytical techniques evolve, there is a noticeable decline in studies focused on conventional drug testing methods, with a shift toward more advanced methodologies such as LC-MS-MS and high-resolution mass spectrometry.
  2. General Toxicology Reviews:
    There appears to be a decrease in the publication of broad review articles on general toxicology, as the journal increasingly focuses on specific case studies and methodological advancements.
  3. Focus on Older Substance Classes:
    Research on older classes of substances, such as classic benzodiazepines, is becoming less frequent, possibly due to the increasing prevalence of novel and designer drugs.

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