Call for papers

New Frontiers in Diagnosis, Treatment and Management of Neuromuscular Disorders

We are seeking submissions of original research and front matter articles on significant insights into pathogenesis of and treatments for inherited and sporadic forms of neuromuscular disorders. We are particularly interested in manuscripts focusing on translational models of pathogenesis and therapy, clinical trials, diagnosis and screening programmes, and clinical care and management

Cardiovascular issues in underrepresented populations

We are particularly interested in manuscripts reporting novel findings from currently underrepresented populations, with an emphasis on low- and middle-income countries. Relevant studies from high income countries, for instance focusing on ethnic differences and the elderly, may also be considered.

Complexity in Mental Health Research: Theory, Method, and Empirical Contributions

We are now welcoming submissions for a new article collection on complexity in mental health research. We invite research and front-matter submissions that embrace complexity and chart a path forward for investigating mental disorders as complex systems.

Stunting, undernutrition and obesity: the triple threat of childhood malnutrition

We are now welcoming submissions for a new article collection on childhood malnutrition. We invite primary research articles and front-matter content investigating the problems and underlying mediating factors of this global health issue, and highlighting the impact of potential solutions.

Beyond Big Data to new Biomedical and Health Data Science: moving to next century precision health

We are welcoming submissions for this exciting collection with four exceptional Guest Editors. We invite manuscripts and front matter content looking at data-driven approaches for patient care with a strong focus on policy making, clinical implementation and public health importance.

Precision Oncology

We are pleased to announce a new cross-journal thematic series on ‘Precision Oncology’ across a number of BMC journals within the oncology portfolio to help bring together the latest research on precision oncology.