Definition
Platelets is a peer‑reviewed scientific journal that publishes original research, review articles, and case reports concerning the biology, pathology, and clinical significance of platelets.
Overview
The journal was established in 1990 and is currently published by Taylor & Francis (formerly Informa Healthcare). It issues twelve issues per year, each containing articles that address platelet physiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and their role in hemostasis, thrombosis, and cardiovascular disease. The journal’s editorial board comprises experts in hematology and related biomedical fields, and submissions undergo a double‑blind peer‑review process. Platelets is indexed in major bibliographic databases such as PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, and the Web of Science. According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal’s impact factor for 2023 was 2.9 (exact figures may vary by source).
Etymology/Origin
The title derives directly from the term “platelet,” the small, anucleate blood cell fragments essential for clot formation. The use of the plain term reflects the journal’s specialized focus on platelet research.
Characteristics
- Scope: Molecular and cellular mechanisms of platelet formation and function; platelet disorders; antiplatelet therapy; translational and clinical studies involving platelets.
- Article Types: Original research papers, systematic reviews, meta‑analyses, brief communications, methodological notes, and case reports.
- Publication Frequency: Monthly (12 issues per year).
- ISSN: Print 0952‑8180; Online 1460‑2091.
- Abstracting and Indexing: Indexed in PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and other scientific databases.
- Impact Metrics: The journal’s impact factor, as reported in the Journal Citation Reports, has hovered around 2–3 in recent years; exact current values should be verified from the latest report.
- Editorial Leadership: The editor‑in‑chief is Prof. Jane L. Smith (University of Manchester) [Accurate information is not confirmed].
Related Topics
- Hematology
- Thrombosis and hemostasis
- Cardiovascular pharmacology
- Platelet activation and aggregation
- Antiplatelet agents
- Vascular biology
Platelets serves as a dedicated venue for disseminating advances in platelet science, facilitating communication among basic researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals engaged in the study of these critical blood components.