Aims & Scope
Comprehensive Coverage of Coronavirus Research
Mission: IJCV is dedicated to advancing understanding of coronavirus biology, pathogenesis, diagnostics, therapeutics, epidemiology, and vaccine science. We welcome studies that combine rigorous virology / immunology / epidemiology with computational or diagnostic innovation, so long as they contribute directly to coronavirus research.
Key Research Keywords:
SARS-CoV-2 • COVID-19 • Coronavirus Variants • Viral Pathogenesis • Vaccine Development • Long COVID • PASC • Epidemiology • Public Health • Clinical Medicine • Immunology • Zoonotic Transmission • Therapeutics • Diagnostics • Molecular Virology • Antiviral Drugs • Pandemic Preparedness • One Health • Breakthrough Infections • Immune Evasion
Core Research Domains
IJCV prioritizes fundamental research in virology, immunology, and epidemiology as our core domains. Manuscripts in these areas form the backbone of our publication portfolio.
Molecular Biology & Virology
- Viral genome structure and organization
- Protein structure and function studies
- Viral replication mechanisms and life cycle
- Genetic mutations and variant analysis
- Host-virus interactions at molecular level
- Comparative genomics and phylogenetic studies
Immunology & Vaccine Research
- Immune response mechanisms and pathways
- Vaccine development and design strategies
- Vaccine efficacy and safety studies
- Immunological memory and duration of protection
- Antibody responses and neutralization studies
- T-cell mediated immunity
- Immune evasion mechanisms
Epidemiology & Public Health
- Disease transmission dynamics and modeling
- Outbreak investigation and surveillance
- Risk factors and population vulnerability
- Prevention strategies and interventions
- Health policy and pandemic preparedness
- Social determinants of health
- Global health security and response
Computational Methods Inclusion Policy
We accept computational / data-science / AI / predictive modeling works only when they are applied to coronavirus datasets or models, or when they directly support viral understanding or clinical/public health decision-making. Generic AI work without viral context is out-of-scope.
- Machine learning applications to viral sequence data
- Computational modeling of viral transmission dynamics
- Bioinformatics tools specifically for coronavirus research
- Predictive models for clinical outcomes in coronavirus patients
- Data science approaches to epidemiological coronavirus datasets
Out-of-Scope / Exclusion Criteria
Manuscripts falling outside our core focus areas will not be considered for publication:
- Purely computational work without coronaviral context: Generic AI/ML methods, theoretical algorithms, or computational frameworks not applied to coronavirus data
- Studies on non-coronavirus pathogens: Research on other viral families, bacterial, fungal, or parasitic pathogens except when used for comparative context to coronaviruses
- Generic technology development: Novel diagnostic platforms, AI methods, or technological innovations not demonstrated with coronavirus applications
- Non-scientific content: Opinion pieces, news articles, or commentary not grounded in scientific research
- Duplicate or incremental research: Studies that offer minimal advancement over existing published work
Clinical & Translational Research
- Clinical manifestations and disease progression
- Diagnostic methods and biomarker development
- Therapeutic interventions and treatment protocols
- Drug discovery and development
- Clinical trials and outcome studies
- Long-term health effects and post-acute sequelae
- Pediatric and geriatric considerations
Veterinary & Zoonotic Studies
- Animal coronavirus infections and pathology
- Zoonotic transmission and spillover events
- Wildlife reservoir studies
- Veterinary diagnostic methods
- Animal models for human disease
- One Health approaches to coronavirus control
Article Types
IJCV accepts various types of scholarly contributions to accommodate diverse research methodologies and findings:
Original Research Articles
Comprehensive reports of original research findings with significant contributions to coronavirus science.
Review Articles
Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and comprehensive overviews of current knowledge.
Mini Reviews
Concise reviews on specific aspects or recent developments.
Case Studies
Clinical case reports and case series with educational or research value.
Short Communications
Brief reports of preliminary findings or novel methodologies.
Rapid Communications
Time-sensitive findings requiring expedited publication.
Letters to Editor
Scientific correspondence and commentary on published articles.
Editorials
Expert commentary on current issues and emerging trends.
Perspectives
Opinion pieces and viewpoints on emerging topics.
Data Papers / Data Notes
Descriptions of valuable datasets with reuse potential.
Methods / Protocol Papers
Detailed descriptions of novel methodologies and protocols.
Technical Notes
Brief technical reports on new techniques and tools.
Hypothesis / Concept Papers
Theoretical frameworks and novel hypotheses.
Conference Papers / Proceedings
Selected papers from coronavirus research conferences.
Video Articles / Visualized Experiments
Multimedia presentations of experimental procedures.
Book Reviews
Critical reviews of recent books on coronavirus research.
Current Research Focus Areas
IJCV particularly encourages submissions addressing current research priorities and emerging challenges:
- Variant of Concern Studies: Research on emerging variants, their characteristics, and implications
- Long COVID Research: Post-acute sequelae, mechanisms, and management strategies
- Breakthrough Infections: Vaccine effectiveness and immune escape mechanisms
- Pediatric COVID-19: Age-specific manifestations, outcomes, and interventions
- Mental Health Impact: Psychological consequences and interventions
- Health Disparities: Equity considerations and vulnerable populations
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must adhere to rigorous scientific standards and ethical guidelines. Manuscripts should present original work that has not been published elsewhere and is not under consideration by other journals.
Authors are encouraged to review our detailed Instructions for Authors before submission to ensure compliance with formatting and content requirements.
Submit Your Coronavirus Research
Contribute to the global understanding of coronaviruses through rigorous peer-reviewed publication.
