Journal Guide

The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (JSCR) is the National Strength and Conditioning Association's scientific journal. Now published monthly, JSCR features original research that addresses optimal physical performance through applied exercise science. Research published in JSCR provides coverage of many topics including: conditioning, sport and exercise demands, the effects of training programs on physical performance, and underlying biological basis for exercise performance. Website: www.nsca-jscr.org.NSCA member subscribers receive fully searchable online access to articles from Volume 1 to the present;now available on a powerful new website! This best-in-class website platform uses Web 2.0 functionality to provide an enhanced online experience through such features as: saved searches, personal article collections, easy image downloads to PowerPoint, and more. Visit www.nsca-lift.org for membership information.

The Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, the official publication for the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma, provides an interdisciplinary forum for the dissemination of peer-reviewed original articles regarding trauma and acute care surgery. Papers focus on the clinical management of trauma, emergency surgery, the molecular biology of traumatic injury, the care of critically ill patients, and legal/policy concerns related to trauma. The Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery serves as a primary reference for professionals who are involved in the scientific and evidence-based care of traumatic and acute injury. The Journal publishes original articles, review articles, guidelines, current opinions, procedures and techniques, brief reports and, periodically, special reports.

A review journal with a fresh approach to the scientific literature, this timely, focused resource provides an educational forum for neurologists. Practical patient-care-oriented articles address commonly-encountered neurologic illness as well as developments in allied fields that have an impact on neurology practice. Written and reviewed by the field's leading specialists, articles keep readers updated on diagnostic approaches to take, drug therapies to use, and other important advances from clinics and labs worldwide. Website: www.theneurologist.org.

Published monthly, The Nurse Practitioner provides practical, cutting-edge clinical and professional information by experts in the field,and supports nurse practitioners in their pursuit of professionalexcellence through continuing education offerings. The NursePractitioner also provides a forum to discuss and strengthen their rolein health care delivery.For more information, visit www.tnpj.com.Introducing the only national conference covering the needs of NPs in both primary and acute care33;The National Conference for Nurse Practitioners and Acute Care Clinicians May 18-21, 2010, Chicago, ILFor more information go to www.ncnpconference.com.

Practical in both style and content, The Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal; delivers the latest insights on all aspects of infectious disease in children, from state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques to the most effective drug therapies and other essential treatment protocols. Website: www.pidj.com.

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring is an outstanding journal that fosters the exchange of knowledge among the various disciplines--clinical pharmacology, pathology, toxicology, analytical chemistry--that share a common interest in therapeutic drug monitoring. The journal presents studies detailing the various factors that affect the rate and extent drugs are absorbed, metabolized, and excreted. Regular features include review articles on specific classes of drugs; original articles; case reports; technical notes; and continuing education articles.Published BiMonthlyWebsite: www.drug-monitoring.com.

Topics in Clinical Nutrition is a peer-reviewed quarterly journal designed as a resource for the continuing education and clinical practice of dietitians and nutritionists. Each issue publishes original research, case studies, book reviews, and addresses current topics of interest to dietitians, nutritionists, and nutrition faculty.It offers clinical tips as well as strategies for motivating clients and their families. Also to help sharpen skills, the journal offers reviews of groundbreaking new books to keep practitioners at the forefront of the profession.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation, (TGR) is a peer-reviewed journal that presents clinical, basic, and applied research, as well as theoretic information, consolidated into a clinically relevant format and provides a resource for the healthcare professional practicing in the area of geriatric rehabilitation.TGR provides useful, treatment-related information written by and for specialists in all aspects of geriatric care. Each issue focuses on a specific topic, providing dependable hands-on tips and techniques.

Topics in Language Disorders, (TLD) is a double-blind peer-reviewed journal that has as its major purposes: (1) bringing together professionals who have a clinical interest in language and its disorders, transcending disciplinary concerns; (2) clarifying the application of theory to practices in the treatment, rehabilitation, and education of individuals with language disorders; and (3) providing relevant information to practicing professionals dealing with the language disabled.Stay up-to-date with the latest innovations and findings in the field, and learn how to apply current state-of-the-art techniques that really get results. TLD provides in-depth articles by respected experts and is a unique resource for timely, dependable information that bridges the gap between theory, research, and everyday practice. The journal offers continuing-education credits with activities that are offered for American Speech-Language-Hearing (ASHA) CEUs.

Topics in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (TMRI) is a leading information resource for professionals in the MRI community. This publication supplies authoritative, up-to-the-minute coverage of technical advances in this evolving field as well as practical, hands-on guidance from leading experts. Each issue of TMRI focuses on a single timely topic of interest to radiologists. These topical issues present a variety of perspectives from top radiological authorities to provide an in-depth understanding of how MRI is being used in each area. TMRI is a source of practical information that is easily applied in a clinical setting, which makes it a valuable publication for practitioners in this field.

The most cited and influential journal in the field (with over 26,000 citations a year), Transplantation174; is published twice monthly and provides extensive coverage of the most important advances in transplantation. Using an electronic on-line submission and peer review tracking system, Transplantation174; is committed to rapid review and publication. The average time to first decision is now less than 21 days. Time to publication of accepted manuscripts continues to be shortened, with the Editorial team committed to a goal of 3 months from acceptance to publication.Consistently ranked among the top journals in Transplantation, Surgery and Immunology (2008 Journal Citation Reports), the journal covers areas including:Cell therapy and islet transplantationClinical transplantationExperimental transplantationImmunobiology and genomicsXenotransplantationExpert researchers and clinicians from around the world contribute original Articles, Overviews and Brief Reports in every pertinent specialty. Forums provide in-depth discussion of exciting developments and controversies in the field. Rapid Communications bring attention to cutting edge research.Issues also contain Analyses and Commentaries, Letters to the Editor and Announcements. Dedicated issues include the World Transplant Congress issue. Website: www.transplantjournal.com.

Each issue of Ultrasound Quarterly brings together outstanding original articles that not only review new diagnostic information obtained by recent technological advances but also clarify well-established or controversial subjects. In addition to informative discussions on the applied aspects of ultrasound, the journal also presents pertinent scientific material. Photographs, tables, graphs, and diagrams supporting and clarifying key points supplement the articles presented.Up to 16 AMA Category 1 CME credit hours are available annually. Please visit our Website at www.LWW.com/cmeinfo for complete information about CME activity.

Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery is a peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary journal dedicated to specialists, physicians and allied health professionals concerned with prevention, diagnosis and treatment of female pelvic floor disorders. The journal publishes original clinical research, basic science research, education, scientific advances, case reports, scientific reviews, editorials and letters to the editor. Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery is the official journal of the American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS), and society members receive this publication as a benefit of membership. For complete membership information, visit the society website at www.AUGS.org.