The Journal of Physiology welcomes submitted research papers in all areas of physiology and pathophysiology. We are particularly keen to publish papers that have a clinical or translational focus, to help further our understanding of the role physiology plays in health and disease. Authors should present original work that illustrates newphysiological principles or mechanisms. Papers on workat the molecular level, cell membrane, single cells,tissues or organs and on systems physiology are all encouraged. We are also keen to publish work on lower vertebrate or invertebrate models or preparation (eg. Drosophila, C. elegans and zebrafish), as long as they further the understanding of the functioning of other organisms including mammals. Theoretical papers and papers that use computational modelsto further our understanding of physiological processes will be considered if based on experimentally derived data andifthe hypothesis advanced is directly amenable to experimental testing (see extra information for modelling papers). While emphasis is on human and mammalian physiology, work on lower vertebrate or invertebrate preparations may be suitableif it furthers the understanding of the functioning of other organisms including mammals.
The Journal of Physiology publishes full-length original Research Papers and Techniques for Physiology, which are short papers aimed at disseminating new techniques for physiological research. Articles solicited by the Editorial Board include Perspectives, Symposium Reports and Topical Reviews, which highlight areas of special physiological interest. CrossTalk articles are short editorial-style invited articles framing a debate between experts in the field on controversial topics. Letters to the Editor and Journal Club articles are also published. All categories of papers are subjected to peer review.
Some papers may be rejected on the grounds that the subject matter is too specialized or that the contribution they make tophysiology is insufficient to justify publication.