Xenotransplantation (journal)

Xenotransplantation is a peer-reviewed scientific journal covering research on transplantation of living cells, tissues, or organs from one species to another species, known as xenotransplantation. The journal publishes articles that focus on, but are not limited to, genetic engineering, immunology, and the development of immunosuppressive drugs with the aim of overcoming the challenges associated with xenotransplantation. It serves as a platform for scientists, researchers, and healthcare professionals to share their findings and advancements in the field.

Scope

The scope of Xenotransplantation encompasses various aspects of xenotransplantation research including:

• The use of genetically modified animals, particularly pigs, as organ donors for humans.
• Studies on the immune response to xenotransplanted organs and tissues.
• Development and testing of new immunosuppressive therapies to prevent rejection of xenotransplants.
• Ethical, legal, and social issues related to xenotransplantation.

Abstracting and Indexing

Xenotransplantation is abstracted and indexed in several major databases, including PubMed, Scopus, and the Science Citation Index Expanded. This ensures that the research published in the journal is accessible to a wide audience of researchers and professionals in the field.

Editorial Board

The journal's editorial board comprises experts in the field of xenotransplantation from around the world. These members are responsible for ensuring the scientific quality and relevance of the articles published in the journal.

Submission Guidelines

Authors wishing to submit their work to Xenotransplantation must adhere to the journal's submission guidelines. These guidelines detail the manuscript preparation, submission process, and the peer-review process. The journal encourages submissions that present significant advancements in the field of xenotransplantation.

See Also

• Transplantation (journal)
• Immunosuppression
• Genetic engineering in medicine
• Organ transplantation

External Links

• [Official website]

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