Trials (journal)

Trials is a peer-reviewed medical journal that publishes research on the design, conduct and reporting of randomized controlled trials. The journal was established in 2006 and is published by BioMed Central.

Overview

Trials is an open-access journal that provides a platform for the dissemination of information about randomized controlled trials. It publishes articles that provide insights into the design, conduct and reporting of these trials. The journal is particularly interested in methodologies and their practical application, with a focus on improving the quality of trials and their reporting.

History

Trials was established in 2006 by BioMed Central, an open-access publisher that is part of Springer Nature. The journal was created to address the need for a dedicated platform for the publication of research on randomized controlled trials.

Scope

The scope of Trials includes all aspects of the design, conduct and reporting of randomized controlled trials. The journal publishes research articles, methodology articles, study protocols, and commentaries. It also publishes articles that discuss the ethical, legal, and social implications of conducting randomized controlled trials.

Editorial Process

The editorial process at Trials involves a rigorous peer-review process. Manuscripts are reviewed by at least two independent reviewers, who assess the quality of the research and the clarity of the reporting. The journal also has an editorial board that provides guidance on the journal's policies and procedures.

Impact

Trials has an impact factor of 1.975 (2019). The journal is indexed in the Science Citation Index Expanded, Scopus, and PubMed Central.

See Also

• BioMed Central
• Randomized controlled trial
• Medical journal
• Open access
• Peer review

References

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