TOXICOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Scope & Guideline

Leading the Charge in Toxicological Discovery

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of TOXICOLOGICAL SCIENCES 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
ISSN1096-6080
PublisherOXFORD UNIV PRESS
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited Kingdom
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 1981 to 2024
AbbreviationTOXICOL SCI / Toxicol. Sci.
Frequency12 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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AddressGREAT CLARENDON ST, OXFORD OX2 6DP, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal 'Toxicological Sciences' primarily focuses on advancing the understanding of toxicological mechanisms and their implications for human health and environmental safety. It encompasses a wide range of research areas, methodologies, and approaches.
  1. Mechanistic Toxicology:
    Research that delves into the biochemical and molecular mechanisms by which toxic substances exert their effects on biological systems.
  2. Risk Assessment and Safety Evaluation:
    Studies aimed at evaluating the risks associated with exposure to toxic substances, including the development of predictive models and methodologies.
  3. Comparative Toxicology:
    Investigations that compare the toxic effects of substances across different species, which aids in understanding species-specific vulnerabilities and responses.
  4. Innovative Testing Methods:
    Development and validation of new in vitro and in vivo testing methodologies to assess toxicity and safety, including the use of advanced technologies like machine learning and organ-on-a-chip models.
  5. Environmental Toxicology:
    Research focusing on the effects of environmental pollutants on ecosystems and human health, including studies on bioaccumulation and ecological risk.
  6. Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism:
    Studies that explore how substances are absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted in biological systems, contributing to the understanding of their toxic effects.
The journal has increasingly focused on several emerging themes that reflect current scientific advancements and societal concerns in toxicology. These trends highlight the evolving landscape of toxicological research.
  1. Nanotoxicology:
    Research on the toxicological implications of nanomaterials is gaining prominence, reflecting the growing use of nanotechnology in various fields and the need to understand their health impacts.
  2. Biomarkers of Exposure and Effect:
    There is an increasing emphasis on identifying and validating biomarkers for assessing exposure to toxic substances and their effects, which aids in early detection and risk assessment.
  3. Translational Toxicology:
    Studies aimed at translating findings from basic toxicological research into clinical and regulatory applications are becoming increasingly important, bridging the gap between laboratory and real-world implications.
  4. Microbiome and Toxicity Interactions:
    Emerging research is focusing on the interactions between toxic substances and the microbiome, emphasizing the role of gut microbiota in mediating toxic effects and influencing health outcomes.
  5. Machine Learning and Computational Toxicology:
    The integration of machine learning and computational methods in toxicological research is on the rise, allowing for more efficient data analysis, predictive modeling, and risk assessment.

Declining or Waning

While 'Toxicological Sciences' has consistently covered a broad spectrum of toxicological research, certain themes have shown a decline in publication frequency or focus over recent years, indicating a potential waning of interest in these areas.
  1. Traditional Animal Models in Toxicology:
    There has been a noticeable shift towards alternative models such as in vitro systems and computational approaches, leading to reduced emphasis on traditional animal studies.
  2. Generalized Chemical Toxicity Studies:
    Research focusing on broad-spectrum toxicity evaluations without specific mechanistic insights appears to be less prevalent, as there is an increasing demand for more targeted investigations.
  3. Basic Toxicological Observations:
    Publications that primarily report observational data without in-depth mechanistic analysis or implications for human health or environmental safety are becoming less common.

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