Memórias Do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz

Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz is a scientific journal dedicated to the fields of biomedicine, public health, and tropical medicine. Founded in 1909 by Oswaldo Cruz, a pioneering Brazilian epidemiologist and public health official, the journal has played a crucial role in disseminating research findings related to infectious diseases prevalent in tropical regions. It is named after its founder and is published by the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz), which is one of the leading scientific institutions in Latin America.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz serves as an international forum for the publication of original research findings in the areas of tropical diseases, parasitology, microbiology, entomology, epidemiology, and public health. The journal's mission is to contribute to the global understanding and control of diseases that disproportionately affect the populations of tropical and subtropical regions. It publishes articles in English, attracting contributions from researchers worldwide.

History[edit | edit source]

The journal was established in 1909, shortly after the foundation of the Instituto Oswaldo Cruz, which was created to address public health issues in Brazil, particularly the control of yellow fever, malaria, and smallpox. Oswaldo Cruz, the institute's founder, was instrumental in implementing public health measures that significantly reduced the incidence of these diseases in Brazil. The creation of the journal was part of his vision to foster scientific research and disseminate knowledge related to tropical medicine.

Publication Frequency[edit | edit source]

Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz is published monthly, providing timely access to new research findings. The journal's commitment to rapid publication ensures that important discoveries and advancements in the field of tropical medicine are quickly made available to the scientific community and public health professionals.

Impact[edit | edit source]

The journal has a significant impact on the field of tropical medicine, with its articles being widely cited in other scientific publications. It is indexed in major scientific databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, making its content accessible to a global audience of researchers and health practitioners. The journal's impact factor, a measure of the frequency with which its articles are cited, reflects its importance and influence in the field of tropical medicine and related disciplines.

Submission and Peer Review[edit | edit source]

Submissions to Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz undergo a rigorous peer-review process, ensuring that only high-quality research is published. The journal adheres to strict ethical standards in its publication practices, following guidelines set by international organizations such as the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE). Authors interested in submitting their work to the journal can find detailed instructions and submission guidelines on its website.

Open Access[edit | edit source]

Memórias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz is an open-access journal, meaning that all its content is freely available without charge to the user or their institution. This open-access policy facilitates the wide dissemination of research findings, allowing for greater visibility of the authors' work and promoting the advancement of science in the field of tropical medicine.