Toxicology (journal)
Toxicology is a peer-reviewed scientific journal covering research on the adverse effects of chemical, physical, or biological agents on living organisms. It encompasses various aspects of toxicology, including mechanistic studies, risk assessment, and the development of new methods for detecting and evaluating toxic substances.
The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and sometimes shorter communications such as letters to the editor. It addresses a wide range of topics, including:
- Mechanistic Toxicology: Investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying toxicity.
- Environmental Toxicology: Examining the impact of pollutants and other environmental contaminants on human health and ecosystems.
- Regulatory Toxicology: Contributing to the scientific basis for regulations aimed at protecting public health and the environment from toxic substances.
- Clinical Toxicology: Focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of poisoning and adverse drug reactions.
- Occupational Toxicology: Assessing the risks associated with workplace exposure to toxic agents.
- Analytical Toxicology: Developing and applying methods for identifying and quantifying toxic substances in biological and environmental samples.
Toxicology is aimed at researchers, regulators, and other professionals working in the fields of toxicology, pharmacology, environmental science, and public health. It is typically indexed in major scientific databases, such as PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, and Web of Science. The journal's impact factor, a measure of the frequency with which articles are cited in other publications, is often used as an indicator of its influence within the scientific community. The specific publisher and editorial board are also crucial elements determining a journal's reputation.