Nature Reviews Nephrology

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Nature Reviews Nephrology (pronounced: na-ture re-views ne-phro-lo-gy) is a peer-reviewed medical journal that focuses on the field of nephrology.

Etymology

The term "nephrology" originates from the Greek words "nephros" which means kidney, and "logia" which means study of. Thus, nephrology is the study of kidneys.

Overview

Nature Reviews Nephrology is a monthly journal that publishes reviews, perspectives, news, and commentaries in the field of nephrology. The journal covers a wide range of topics including kidney disease, renal physiology, and kidney transplantation. It aims to provide clinicians, researchers, and trainees with the most up-to-date and comprehensive information in the field of nephrology.

Content

The content of Nature Reviews Nephrology includes in-depth reviews that provide an overview of the current understanding of a particular topic, as well as perspectives that offer a forward-looking viewpoint on research trends and developments. The journal also publishes news and commentaries that provide context and analysis of the latest research findings and clinical developments.

Related Terms

  • Peer review: The process by which a scholarly work (such as a paper or a research proposal) is checked by a group of experts in the same field to make sure it meets the necessary standards before it is published or accepted.
  • Medical journal: A periodical publication that communicates medical information to physicians and other health professionals.
  • Kidney disease: A condition that impairs the function of the kidneys.
  • Renal physiology: The study of the functions of the kidneys.
  • Kidney transplantation: A surgical procedure to place a healthy kidney from a live or deceased donor into a person whose kidneys no longer function properly.

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