Cardiovascular research at the Heart of Clinical Science

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Science
• Medical History
• Scientific Publishing

Background:

• Clinical Science journal originated as 'Heart' in 1909, founded by Sir Thomas Lewis and Sir James Mackenzie.
• Renamed 'Clinical Science' in 1933 to broaden research scope, it maintained a strong focus on cardiovascular research.
• Cardiovascular research remains a cornerstone of the journal's published content.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide historical perspective on the journal's cardiovascular origins.
• To present data on cardiovascular publications from the past decade.
• To reaffirm the journal's commitment to publishing leading cardiovascular research.

Main Methods:

• Historical review of the journal's founding and evolution.
• Bibliometric analysis of cardiovascular publications over the last ten years.
• Editorial commentary on the journal's role in cardiovascular science.

Main Results:

• The journal has a long-standing legacy in cardiovascular research since its inception as 'Heart'.
• Data indicates a consistent and significant contribution of cardiovascular research to the journal's output over the past decade.
• The journal remains dedicated to advancing cardiovascular science through publication.

Conclusions:

• Clinical Science upholds its historical commitment to cardiovascular research.
• The journal actively encourages submissions of high-impact cardiovascular studies.
• Future cardiovascular research will continue to be a vital part of Clinical Science.