Journal of Helminthology

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Journal of Helminthology is a peer-reviewed academic journal that publishes research in the field of helminthology, the study of parasitic worms known as helminths. The journal is published by Cambridge University Press and is affiliated with the British Society for Parasitology.

Overview[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Helminthology publishes original research articles, review articles, and case reports related to the study of helminths. The journal's scope includes the biology, biochemistry, morphology, genetics, and epidemiology of helminths, as well as the host-parasite relationships and the clinical aspects of helminth infections.

The journal is indexed in several databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and the Science Citation Index. According to the Journal Citation Reports, the journal has a 2019 impact factor of 1.366.

History[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Helminthology was established in 1923. Over the years, it has published numerous significant papers in the field of helminthology, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and understanding of parasitic worms.

Editorial Board[edit | edit source]

The journal's editorial board consists of experts in the field of helminthology from around the world. The current editor-in-chief is Dr. David Rollinson, a renowned helminthologist and a Fellow of the Royal Society.

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Journal of Helminthology Resources

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD