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What is the purpose of launching World Journal of Cardiology?
1Lian-Sheng Ma, Beijing Baishideng BioMed Scientific Co., Ltd., Room 903, Building D, Ocean International Center, No.62 Dongsihuan Zhonglu, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100025, China.
Insights
The World Journal of Cardiology (WJC) launches its first issue on December 31, 2009, featuring peer-reviewed, open-access articles. It aims to foster communication in cardiology for researchers and the public.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Publishing
- Scientific Communication
Background:
- The need for a dedicated, high-quality platform in cardiology research.
- The growing importance of open-access publishing models.
- The establishment of a global editorial board to ensure quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To launch the World Journal of Cardiology (WJC) as a premier peer-reviewed journal.
- To adopt an open-access online publishing model for maximum reach.
- To serve as a vital communication platform for cardiology professionals and the public.
Main Methods:
- Initiation of preparatory work on December 13, 2009.
- Establishment of the WJC Editorial Board with 298 experts from 40 countries.
- Commitment to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed scientific articles.
Main Results:
- The WJC Editorial Board is now fully established.
- The first issue is scheduled for publication on December 31, 2009.
- A robust network of international experts is in place.
Conclusions:
- The WJC is poised to become a significant resource in the field of cardiology.
- The open-access model will enhance the dissemination of critical cardiovascular research.
- The journal will benefit editorial board members, authors, and readers through improved communication and accessibility.
Abstract:
The first issue of World Journal of Cardiology (WJC), whose preparatory work was initiated on December 13, 2009, will be published on December 31, 2009. The WJC Editorial Board has now been established and consists of 298 distinguished experts from 40 countries. Our purpose of launching WJC is to publish peer-reviewed, high-quality articles via an open-access online publishing model, thereby acting as a platform for communication between peers and the wider public, and maximizing the benefits to editorial board members, authors and readers.
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