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Area of Science:

Neuroscience
Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
Behavioral and Cognitive Neuroscience

Background:

Announcing the launch of Molecular Brain, a new peer-reviewed, open-access online journal.
The journal aims to rapidly publish high-quality articles in the field of neuroscience.

Discussion:

Molecular Brain covers a broad spectrum of neuroscience, including molecular/cellular, behavioral/cognitive, and basic to clinical research.
It will publish diverse content types: research articles, methodology articles, editorials, reviews, and short reports.

Key Insights:

Provides a premier platform for neuroscientists globally to exchange ideas.
Focuses on advancing the understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying brain function and cognition.

Outlook:

To become a leading resource for neuroscientists worldwide.
Facilitates interdisciplinary collaboration and accelerates discoveries in brain and mind research.