Journal of Skeletal Muscle

About The Journal

Journal of Skeletal Muscle is a leading open-access, peer-reviewed platform dedicated to the advancement of research in skeletal muscle biology, physiology, and pathology. The journal bridges fundamental science with clinical applications, fostering innovation and collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and industry experts to enhance our understanding of skeletal muscle function, development, and disease.
 

Scope of the Journal:

Aging of skeletal muscle, Associated complications, Atrophy and hypertrophy of skeletal muscle, Biology of satellite and satellite-like cells, Biomechanics, Calcium signaling in skeletal muscle, Contractile process, Development, Diagnostic approaches, Differentiation of skeletal muscle, Dystrophic degeneration of skeletal muscle, Energy and glucose homeostasis in skeletal muscle, Fatigue and mechanisms etc.

Remaining Scope can be viewed at Aim and Scope
 

Types of Publications:

• Editorials: Expert opinions on current issues.
• Original Research Articles: Detailed studies reporting new findings.
• Review Articles: Comprehensive overviews of specific topics.
• Case Reports: Detailed presentations of individual cases.
• Short Communications: Brief reports of significant research.
• Letters to the Editor: Responses to previously published articles.
• Clinical Case Images: Visual documentation of clinical cases.
   

Instructions for Authors:

Authors are encouraged to submit original research articles, reviews, and clinical studies on topics related to peptide science. Manuscripts must be in English and adhere to the ethical standards of the journal. To be accepted for publication, papers must meet the quality, ethical, and technical standards outlined in the JSM Instructions for Authors. Authors must declare any competing interests and confirm that the manuscript has not been published or submitted elsewhere. All manuscripts will undergo peer review.
 

Submission Process:

• Authors can submit their manuscripts to the JSM by the three following methods: Online, Offline, Manuscript Zone.
• The online submission process is user-friendly and allows authors to easily upload their manuscripts.
• Authors can track the status of their submissions through the Manuscript Zone system.
• The review process typically takes 4-6 weeks from the date of submission.
• Authors will receive notification of the outcome of their manuscript after the review process.
• The journal provides the option for authors to resubmit rejected manuscripts after making revisions.
   

Advantages of Publishing with JSM:

1. Open Access for Maximum Impact: As an open-access journal, all research published in JSM is freely accessible to readers worldwide, ensuring maximum dissemination and visibility for your work.  

2. Peer-Reviewed for Quality Assurance: JSM upholds the highest standards of quality by conducting a rigorous peer-review process for every submission, ensuring that only the best research is published.  

3. Fast Publication Turnaround: With a commitment to efficiency, JSM ensures quick review and publication processes, helping authors share their findings promptly.  

4. Platform for Global Recognition: JSM provides a prominent platform for authors to showcase their research to a broad global audience, allowing for greater impact and recognition within the primatology community. 
 

​Article Processing Charge:

As JSM is an open access journal, JSM is committed to helping authors promote their research to a global audience and help ensure that important research in the field is made widely available. Author’s are requested to pay Article Processing Charges upon submission of article as it covers the production cost.
 

​Editorial Board:

• Liz Simon - Louisiana State University
• Didier Attaix - University Clermont Auvergne
• Jose-Luis Rivero - University of Cordoba
• Peter Merrifield - Western University
• Felipe Padilha - Federal Fluminense University
• Jean-Francois Grosset - University of Technology of Compiegne
• Bakir Karim Kadum - Sundsvall teaching hospital
• Clara Sciorati - San Raffaele Hospital
• Laure Strochlic - Institute of Brain and Brain Brain and Marrow Institute
• Roberta Davoli - DISTAL University of Bologna
• Tetsuro Tamaki - Tokai University School of Medicine
• Valerie Allamand - Sorbonne Universities
• Jeong-Rae Kim - University of Seoul
• Min Du - Washington State University
• Gerhard Meissner - University of North Carolina
   

​Testimonials:

1. I can not say enough about how good my experience working with OAP was. Submission is easy, and responses from the editorial staff responds promptly and professionally. The entire process from submission to PDF was completed in weeks rather than months.

Phillip Brumm - University of Wisconsin-Madison

2. My experience was very positive working with OAP. My manuscript review was very thorough and I appreciated the attention to detail. I would recommend submitting a manuscript.

Patricia Doyle-Baker - University of Calgary
 

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