PFLUGERS ARCHIV-EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHYSIOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the Complexities of Life Through Research
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Molecular and Cellular Physiology:
The journal focuses on the mechanisms of cellular processes, including ion channel dynamics, signaling pathways, and metabolic regulation, contributing to a deeper understanding of how these processes affect organismal physiology. - Systemic Physiology and Pathophysiology:
PFLUGERS ARCHIV examines physiological functions across systems, studying the integration and regulation of body systems under normal and pathological conditions, such as cardiovascular, renal, and respiratory physiology. - Innovative Methodologies:
The journal encourages the use of cutting-edge techniques in physiology, including optogenetics, computational modeling, and advanced imaging techniques, to explore physiological phenomena. - Translational Research:
There is a strong emphasis on studies that translate basic physiological research into clinical applications, highlighting the relevance of physiological insights for understanding diseases and developing therapeutic strategies. - Neurophysiology and Behavior:
Research exploring the interplay between physiological processes and behavioral outcomes, particularly in areas such as pain, stress responses, and sensory processing, is a core focus of the journal.
Trending and Emerging
- Role of Gut-Brain Axis and Metabolism:
There is a growing interest in the interactions between gut microbiota, metabolic processes, and brain function, underscoring the importance of the gut-brain axis in health and disease. - Hypoxia and Oxygen Sensing Mechanisms:
Research on the physiological responses to hypoxia and the mechanisms of oxygen sensing is increasingly prominent, linking to areas such as cardiovascular health, metabolic disorders, and environmental physiology. - Advancements in Optogenetics and Neural Control:
The application of optogenetic tools to manipulate and study neural circuits is on the rise, providing insights into neuronal activity and its physiological implications in health and disease. - Non-coding RNAs in Physiology and Disease:
Investigations into the roles of non-coding RNAs in regulating physiological processes and their implications in various diseases are gaining traction, reflecting a trend towards molecular-level insights. - Impact of Lifestyle Factors on Physiological Health:
Research exploring how lifestyle factors, such as exercise, diet, and environmental influences, affect physiological functions and their implications for chronic diseases is increasingly represented.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Pharmacological Studies:
Research centered on classical pharmacological approaches, such as drug mechanisms and effects on isolated tissues, is less frequently published, with a shift towards more integrative and complex physiological studies. - Basic Electrophysiology without Clinical Relevance:
While electrophysiological studies remain important, those lacking clear clinical implications or translational relevance appear to be waning, as the journal shifts towards studies that connect basic science with health outcomes. - Descriptive Studies of Physiological Processes:
There has been a noticeable decrease in purely descriptive studies that do not incorporate mechanistic insights or novel methodologies, reflecting a trend towards hypothesis-driven research. - Studies Lacking Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Research that does not incorporate interdisciplinary methodologies or collaborations, especially those that do not integrate molecular biology with systemic physiology, is less frequently represented.
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