RNA is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal published by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press covering all aspects of RNA research. These aspects include, but are not limited to:
- RNA structure and function
- RNA processing, modification, and editing
- RNA localization and transport
- RNA stability and turnover
- RNA-protein interactions
- Non-coding RNAs (including microRNAs, long non-coding RNAs, and others)
- RNA catalysis
- Ribosomes and translation
- RNA viruses
- RNA therapeutics
- RNA technologies and methods
The journal publishes original research articles, review articles, and perspectives. It is considered a leading journal in the field of RNA biology. The journal aims to provide a forum for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and to promote the understanding of RNA's diverse roles in cellular processes and disease. RNA is indexed in major bibliographic databases, including PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, and Web of Science. The impact factor of the journal is a commonly used metric to assess its relative importance within the field. Information on the current impact factor can be found on the journal's official website.
