About Us
Focus and Scope
The journal Frontiers in Medical Case Reports (FMCR) serves as a vital platform for sharing groundbreaking advancements in medical science, offering insights into cutting-edge diagnostic techniques, novel treatment methodologies, and innovative management strategies for diverse diseases.
By focusing on systemic anticancer therapies, advanced personalised medicine, and emerging disciplines like molecular biology, bioinformatics, modern statistics, and biotechnologies, FMCR ensures its content remains at the forefront of medical progress.
Submissions in areas such as radiotherapy, surgery, or paediatrics are welcomed when they intersect with these pioneering fields or bring paradigm-shifting perspectives. This invaluable resource is indispensable for medical practitioners and aspiring scientists seeking to stay updated on transformative trends in medical and clinical practices.
Plagiarism Check and Ethical Malpractices
In our Preliminary Quality Check, manuscripts submitted to Frontiers in Medical Case Reports (FMCR) undergo rigorous scrutiny for originality, utilizing advanced Plagiarism Checker software. Any manuscripts identified as containing plagiarized content will face immediate rejection and disqualification from the publishing process.
At FMCR, maintaining exemplary publication ethics is paramount, and the editorial board remains steadfast in its commitment to preventing any form of journal malpractice. Upholding integrity and ensuring ethical compliance are core principles of FMCR.
Plagiarism, in any form, is strictly prohibited, and authors are expected to guarantee that their submissions are entirely original and adhere to the journal’s ethical guidelines, fostering a culture of trust and academic excellence.
Editorial and Publishing Procedures
Peer Review Process
Our Editorial Team thoroughly reviews all submitted articles to ensure they meet the journal's objectives, scope, and formatting standards. Once approved, the editor sends the manuscript to two qualified reviewers chosen from a diverse network of experienced experts in scientific and related academic fields. Their detailed feedback is crucial in determining the manuscript's outcome, as the editor decides on its acceptance or rejection based on their recommendations. However, some submissions, such as Invited Essays, Invited Commentary, Media Reviews, Short Communications, Conference Abstracts, and Editorial Papers, bypass peer review and are published solely at the editor's discretion due to their unique importance or relevance.
Final Decision: The journal editor or editorial board acknowledges the peer reviewers' input before making a decision.
Editors' Responsibilities
The editor of Frontiers in Medical Case Reports (FMCR) plays a pivotal role in shaping the journal's content by deciding which submissions are suitable for publication. Guided by the editorial board's policy and adhering to legal standards concerning libel, copyright, and plagiarism, the editor ensures integrity in the selection process. This decision-making often involves collaboration with other editors or expert reviewers to maintain high standards. Moreover, confidentiality is paramount; all manuscript details are strictly safeguarded and shared only with authorized individuals such as the corresponding author, reviewers, and editorial advisors. Importantly, editors are prohibited from using unpublished materials for personal research without explicit written consent from the authors, upholding ethical and professional boundaries.
Reviewers' Responsibilities
The peer-review process serves as a cornerstone of academic excellence, ensuring that scholarly publications uphold the highest standards of integrity and quality. By providing unbiased evaluations, reviewers contribute to the advancement of knowledge, guiding authors in enhancing their work while aiding editorial teams in making judicious decisions. This process demands confidentiality, ethical vigilance, and a focus on constructive, evidence-based critiques that respect the manuscript's merit rather than the author's identity. Beyond assessing originality and identifying potential overlaps, reviewers play a crucial role in strengthening research by highlighting uncited references and offering insights to refine ideas. Ethical diligence, such as avoiding conflicts of interest and safeguarding privileged information, remains fundamental to preserving trust and credibility in scholarly communication.
Authorship of the Manuscript
The corresponding author confirms that the author list accurately represents all co-authors who have meaningfully contributed to the research and writing process. The corresponding author also ensures that each co-author has reviewed, approved, and agreed to the final manuscript for publication. All authors are required to disclose any financial, institutional, or personal conflicts of interest that could potentially influence the study's findings or interpretations. Transparency is upheld by clearly stating all funding sources that supported the research. Additionally, if an author identifies a significant error or inaccuracy in the published work, they must promptly inform the journal editor or publisher and collaborate to issue a correction or retract the paper to preserve the integrity of the research.
Open Policy
Open Access is essential for making knowledge universally accessible, providing free access to advanced research. Frontiers in Medical Case Reports (FMCR) aligns with this mission by publishing top-tier, peer-reviewed articles that serve both authors and the global scientific community. FMCR ensures immediate worldwide access through open access, fostering collaboration and innovation. Readers can freely read full texts and reuse content with proper attribution. To sustain this model, minimal Article Processing Charges (APCs) are covered by authors' institutions or funding organizations, enabling the wide sharing of research while ensuring transparency and accessibility.
Copyright and Open Access License
Copyright and Open Access License When it comes to intellectual property, understanding the balance between copyright protection and the principles of open access is crucial. Copyright serves to safeguard the rights of creators, ensuring they receive proper recognition and control over their work, while open access licenses promote the free and unrestricted sharing of knowledge. Together, they create a framework that supports innovation, collaboration, and accessibility. By navigating these two aspects effectively, content can be shared responsibly, fostering both individual rights and the collective growth of knowledge across disciplines.
Frontiers in Medical Case Reports (FMCR) publishes articles under the Creative Commons Attribution License (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), allowing authors to maintain full copyright of their work. This license enables free sharing, adaptation, and reproduction of articles in any medium, as long as appropriate credit is given to the original authors and sources.
Privacy Statement
The names and email addresses gathered for this journal are exclusively for purposes related to its operations. We prioritize your privacy and guarantee the security of your information. Your personal details will never be shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties. This commitment to confidentiality underscores our dedication to fostering trust and transparency with all contributors and users. Be assured that your information will be managed with the highest care and used strictly as intended.
Indexing and Archiving
Frontiers in Medical Case Reports (FMCR) Indexed Databases:
- Google Scholar
- CrossRef
- ROAD
- SJIFactor - Scientific Journal Impact Factor: 5.765
- Index Copernicus International (ICV = 80.67)
- Scilit
- The German Union Catalogue of Serials (ZDB)
- FATCAT
- OPENALEX
- OA.mg
- ResearchBib
- International Society for Research Activity (ISRA)
- CiteFactor
- ScienceGate
- Quality Open Access Market (QOAM)
- Eurasian Scientific Journal Index
- EuroPub
- Advanced Sciences Index (ASI)
Frequency of Publication
Frontiers in Medical Case Reports is a bimonthly journal that publishes 6 Issues per year.
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