JACC: Asia – Bridging Discoveries to Advance Cardiovascular Medicine in Asia
JACC: Asia, an open-access journal, serves as a catalyst for promoting and leveraging clinical research discoveries in cardiovascular medicine. The journal is dedicated to leading the prevention of diseases and improving prognoses, ultimately advancing the field of cardiovascular care. With a distinct orientation towards cardiovascular issues prevalent in the Asian population, JACC: Asia prioritizes cross-disciplinary studies where Asia holds a competitive edge and encourages comparative research between Asia and the rest of the world.
Key Focus Areas of JACC: Asia:
- Clinical Research Orientation: JACC: Asia places a strong emphasis on clinical research, encompassing various study designs such as randomized clinical trials, cohort studies, and registries. Manuscripts that address concerns on the clinical front are highly desirable.
- Asian-Population-Focused Cardiovascular Problems: The journal is dedicated to addressing cardiovascular challenges that are particularly relevant to the Asian population. This focus ensures that the research published in JACC: Asia has direct applicability and significance for Asian communities.
- Comparative Studies: In addition to specific Asian-focused research, JACC: Asia encourages comparative studies that analyze differences and similarities between Asian populations and other regions globally. This approach contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of cardiovascular diseases.
- Basic Science with Clinical Translational Component: Manuscripts with a strong clinical translational component are welcome, providing a bridge between basic science discoveries and their practical application in clinical settings.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: JACC: Asia features manuscripts on cutting-edge technology, showcasing newly developed clinical devices and techniques. This focus ensures that the journal remains at the forefront of technological advancements in cardiovascular care.
- Guidelines and Consensus on Asian Population: The journal includes articles related to guidelines and consensus specific to the Asian population. This ensures that recommendations are tailored to the unique characteristics and needs of Asian communities.
- Zoom-In Articles: JACC: Asia features Zoom-In articles that delve into specific aspects of cardiovascular medicine, offering in-depth insights into particular topics of interest.
Inclusivity and Global Perspective: While encouraging research on Asian-focused topics, JACC: Asia does not impose nationality or location restrictions on authors. The primary criterion is that the publication provides a justifiable perspective that enhances the understanding, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular diseases among Asian populations, with educational significance.
JACC: Asia stands as a platform for advancing cardiovascular medicine in Asia, fostering collaboration, and disseminating research findings that contribute to the well-being of diverse populations.