Obesity (journal)

Obesity is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal covering research on all aspects of obesity. It was established in 1993 and is published by Wiley-Blackwell on behalf of the Obesity Society. The journal publishes original research articles, reviews, and short reports on all aspects of obesity and its related disorders. Topics covered include the molecular, cellular, and physiological aspects of obesity, as well as the epidemiology, prevention, and treatment of obesity. The journal aims to provide a comprehensive resource for researchers, clinicians, and health policy makers involved in the field of obesity.

Scope and Topics

The scope of Obesity encompasses a wide range of topics related to the condition, including but not limited to:

• Molecular genetics of obesity
• Neurobiology of eating behaviors
• Metabolic consequences of obesity
• Clinical management and intervention strategies
• Epidemiological studies on obesity prevalence and trends
• Public health policies and strategies for obesity prevention and control

Abstracting and Indexing

Obesity is abstracted and indexed in several bibliographic databases, ensuring its content is accessible to a wide audience of researchers and professionals. These databases include:

• PubMed
• Scopus
• Web of Science
• MEDLINE

Impact Factor

The journal's impact factor is a key indicator of its influence in the field of obesity research. It reflects the average number of citations to recent articles published in the journal. Obesity has consistently maintained a high impact factor, indicating its importance as a resource for cutting-edge research in the field.

Editorial Board

The editorial board of Obesity comprises leading experts in various aspects of obesity research and treatment. The board is responsible for maintaining the journal's high standards of scientific rigor and integrity. The editor-in-chief, along with associate editors and editorial board members, oversees the peer-review process to ensure that only high-quality research is published.

Open Access

Obesity offers an open access option for authors who wish to make their articles freely available to the public. This ensures that the research published in the journal is accessible to a wider audience, including those who may not have subscription access to the journal.

Awards and Recognition

The journal and its contributors have received various awards and recognitions for their contributions to the field of obesity research. These accolades highlight the journal's role in advancing our understanding of obesity and its impact on public health.

See Also

• Body mass index
• Metabolic syndrome
• Weight loss
• Dieting
• Physical exercise