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What is the purpose of launching World Journal of Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology?
1Lian-Sheng Ma, Beijing Baishideng BioMed Scientific Co., Ltd., Beijing 100025, China.
Insights
The World Journal of Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology (WJGP) launched its first issue on April 15, 2010. This open-access journal aims to share high-quality research and foster communication in gastrointestinal pathophysiology.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pathophysiology
- Medical Publishing
Background:
- Preparatory work for the World Journal of Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology (WJGP) began in June 2009.
- The WJGP Editorial Board comprises 154 experts from 27 countries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To launch a new peer-reviewed journal focused on gastrointestinal pathophysiology.
- To establish an open-access online publishing platform.
- To facilitate communication among researchers and the public.
Main Methods:
- Initiation of preparatory work in June 2009.
- Establishment of a diverse international editorial board.
- Adoption of an open-access online publishing model.
Main Results:
- The first issue of WJGP was published on April 15, 2010.
- A distinguished editorial board of 154 experts has been formed.
- The journal operates on an open-access model.
Conclusions:
- WJGP provides a platform for disseminating high-quality research in gastrointestinal pathophysiology.
- The journal aims to benefit editorial board members, authors, and readers.
- Open-access publication maximizes the reach and impact of scientific findings.
Abstract:
The first issue of World Journal of Gastrointestinal Pathophysiology (WJGP), whose preparatory work was initiated in June, 2009, is published on April 15, 2010. The WJGP Editorial Board has now been established and consists of 154 distinguished experts from 27 countries. Our purpose of launching WJGP 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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