Journal Guide

The scope of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine is clinical sleep medicine. Its emphasis is the publication of papers with direct applicability and/or relevance to the clinical practice of sleep medicine. This includes some original manuscripts such as clinical trials as well as clinical reviews, clinical commentary and debate, medical economic/practice perspectives, case series and novel/interesting case reports. In addition, the JCSM will publish proceedings from conferences, workshops and symposia sponsored by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine or other organizations related to improving the practice of sleep medicine.

Journal of Clinical Tuberculosis and Mycobacterial Diseases aims to provide a forum for clinically relevant articles on all aspects of tuberculosis and other mycobacterial infections, including (but not limited to) epidemiology, clinical investigation, transmission, diagnosis, treatment, drug-resistance and public policy, and encourages the submission of clinical studies, thematic reviews and case reports. Journal of Clinical Tuberculosis and Mycobacterial Diseases is an Open Access publication.

The Journal of Cystic Fibrosis is the official journal of the European Cystic Fibrosis Society. The journal is devoted to promoting the research and treatment of cystic fibrosis. To this end the journal publishes original scientific articles, editorials, case reports, short communications and other information relevant to cystic fibrosis. The journal also publishes news and articles concerning the activities and policies of the ECFS as well as those of other societies related the ECFS.Benefits to authorsWe also provide many author benefits, such as free PDFs, a liberal copyright policy, special discounts on Elsevier publications and much more. Please click here for more information on our author services.Please see our Guide for Authors for information on article submission. If you require any further information or help, please visit our support pages: http://support.elsevier.com

A forum that includes all aspects of pre-clinical and clinical science of the failing heart and lung.The Official Publication of the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation brings readers essential scholarly and timely information in the field of cardiopulmonary transplantation, mechanical and biological support of the failing heart, advanced lung disease (including pulmonary vascular disease) and cell replacement therapy. Importantly, the journal also serves as a medium of communication of pre-clinical sciences in all these rapidly expanding areas.The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation has an Impact Factor of 5.112 and is ranked 2nd of 26 journals in Transplantation category, 5th out of 50 journals in the Respiratory System category, and 19th of 122 journals in Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems category in the 2011 Journal Citation Reports®, published by Thomson Reuters.

The Journal of Thoracic Imaging provides authoritative information on all aspects of the use of imaging techniques in the diagnosis of chest disease. Original articles and analytical reviews published in this timely journal provide the very latest thinking of leading experts concerning the use of conventional chest radiography, tomography, computed tomography, digitized radiography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging, and all other promising techniques of thoracic radiology. Regular features include original, peer-reviewed research articles; 'State-of-the-Art' reviews of particularly timely topics; and exquisitely reproduced illustrations and photographs.

Journal of Thoracic Oncology, the official Journal of the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC), is the primary educational and informational publication for topics relevant to detection, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of thoracic malignancies. JTO emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, and includes original research (clinical trials and translational or basic research), reviews, and opinion pieces. The audience consists of epidemiologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, thoracic surgeons, pulmonary specialists, radiologists, pathologists, and research scientists with a special interest in thoracic oncology.Published 12 times per year.Journal Website: www.jto.org.

Lung publishes original articles, reviews and editorials on all aspects of the healthy and diseased lungs, of the airways, and of breathing. Epidemiological, clinical, pathophysiological, biochemical, and pharmacological studies fall within the scope of the journal. Case reports, short communications and technical notes can be accepted if they are of particular interest.

Original research articles, early reports, review articles, commentaries and editorials covering the prevention, epidemiology and etiology, basic biology, pathology, clinical assessment, surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, combined treatment modalities, other treatment modalities and outcomes of lung cancer are all welcome. Letters to the journals are also welcomed although authors should be aware that the majority will be published online only. Early reports should briefly describe the initial results of a research topic and will be expedited through peer-review.

Manuscripts describing studies on cell lines will only be considered if the data compares at least two types of distinct cell lines and the results have general implications on the understanding of the biology of chest tumours. Authors of studies on cell lines must also agree to make freely available to other researchers any of the cells, clones of cells, or DNA or antibodies, etc, that were used in the research reported and that are not available from commercial suppliers.

Manuscripts should be submitted online at http://ees.elsevier.com/lungcancer and the instructions on this site should be closely followed.

Neurobiology of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms is a multidisciplinary journal for the publication of original research and review articles on basic, translational and clinical research into sleep. It focuses on the mechanisms of sleep/wake and circadian regulation at the molecular and systems level and on research to examine the function of sleep. The translation of basic research findings to understand and treat sleep and circadian disorders is a key aim of the journal.

Topics it will cover will include:

• Basic, translational and clinical research
• Circadian rhythms
• Molecular mechanisms
• Genetics and epigenetics
• Inflammation and immunology
• Memory and learning
• Neurological and neurodegenerative diseases
• Behavioral sleep disorders
• Neuropsychopharmacology and neuroendocrinology

Operative Techniques in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery provides richly illustrated articles on techniques in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery written by surgeons who are recognized for their expertise in that particular area. Each issue presents at least two alternative approaches to a specific operative procedure in adult cardiac, congenital and general thoracic surgery. 2013 Topics:Adult Cardiac:EVAR/TEVAREndovascular Repair for Aortic DissectionsCongenital:Aortic Translocation for Circumflex AortaValve Sparing Aortic Root Replacement in ChildrenGeneral Thoracic:Transhiatal EsophagectomyLeft Thoracoabdominal Esophagectomy2012 Topics:Adult Cardiac:Complex Aortic Arch and Root RepairTimely Topics in Mechanical Circulatory AssistanceIschemic Mitral RegurgitationCongenital:Modifications of the Ross OperationRV to PA Conduit in the NorwoodRepair of Tetrology of Fallot with Atrioventricular Canal DefectRecurrent Aortic Arch ObstructionGeneral Thoracic:Interventional BronchoscopyMinimally-Invasive Pulmonary ResectionsManagement of End-Stage Lung DiseaseMinimally-Invasive Mediastinal, Diaphragm, and Chest Wall Procedures

Submit your article online to Paediatric Respiratory Reviews: http://ees.elsevier.com/yprrvNEW Free Online CME ProgramPaediatric Respiratory Reviews offers authors the opportunity to submit their own editorials, educational reviews and short communications on topics relevant to paediatric respiratory medicine. These peer reviewed contributions will complement the commissioned reviews which will continue to form an integral part of the journal.Subjects covered include:• Epidemiology• Immunology and cell biology• Physiology• Occupational disorders• The role of allergens and pollutantsA particular emphasis is given to the recommendation of "best practice" for primary care physicians and paediatricians.Paediatric Respiratory Reviews is aimed at general paediatricians but it should also be read by specialist paediatric physicians and nurses, respiratory physicians and general practitioners.It is a journal for those who are busy and do not have time to read systematically through literature, but who need to stay up to date in the field of paediatric respiration. Stay up to date and let the Journal do the work for you!

Pediatric Allergy, Immunology, and Pulmonology (formerly Pediatric Asthma, Allergy & Immunology) is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that provides advances in our understanding of pulmonary, allergic, and immunologic diseases of children. The Journal brings together these scientific communities to work towards improving the respiratory health of children. Pediatric Allergy, Immunology, and Pulmonology emphasizes the developmental implications of the morphological, physiological, pharmacological, and sociological components of these problems, as well as the impact of disease processes on families.The Journal's expanded coverage includes: • State-of-the-art reviews • Original translational, clinical, epidemiologic research • Public health, quality improvement, and case control studies • Patient education research • Functional and genetic immune deficiencies and interstitial lung diseases • Interviews with experts in the fieldPeriodic state-of-the-art reviews focus on rapidly changing and/or under-recognized areas in the field. This specialized area of medical research provides the foundation and direction for further studies devoted to the optimal care of the infant, child, and adolescent.Pediatric asthma is our most common and costly chronic illness and its management proves to be more challenging every day. The Journal provides the latest clinical research and management strategies to apply in your daily clinical care practice.

Pediatric Pulmonology (PPUL) is the foremost global journal studying the respiratory system in disease and in health as it develops from intrauterine life though adolescence to adulthood. Combining explicit and informative analysis of clinical as well as basic scientific research, PPUL provides a look at the many facets of respiratory system disorders in infants and children, ranging from pathological anatomy, developmental issues, and pathophysiology to infectious disease, asthma, cystic fibrosis, and airborne toxins. Focused attention is given to the reporting of diagnostic and therapeutic methods for neonates, preschool children, and adolescents, the enduring effects of childhood respiratory diseases, and newly described infectious diseases. PPUL concentrates on subject matters of crucial interest to specialists preparing for the Pediatric Subspecialty Examinations in the United States and other countries. With its attentive coverage and extensive clinical data, this journal is a principle source for pediatricians in practice and in training and a must have for all pediatric pulmonologists.