About the Journal of Dermatologic Research and Therapy
Advancing molecular understanding of skin pathophysiology through rigorous peer-reviewed research on disease mechanisms, biomarkers, and cellular pathways - trusted by dermatological researchers and translational scientists worldwide.
Decoding Skin Disease at the Molecular Level
The Journal of Dermatologic Research and Therapy (JDRT) (ISSN 2471-2175) is a peer-reviewed, open access publication dedicated to elucidating the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying dermatologic diseases. As a COPE-aligned journal supported by Open Access Pub, JDRT provides a rigorous platform for research that advances mechanistic understanding of skin pathophysiology, from genomic regulation to microenvironmental interactions.
Our editorial mission centers on three pillars: mechanistic depth supported by robust experimental design, transparent peer review that ensures methodological rigor, and rapid dissemination under Creative Commons licensing. We publish multidisciplinary investigations spanning molecular dermatology, disease pathway analysis, biomarker discovery, and translational models that bridge laboratory findings with pathophysiological insight.
JDRT serves researchers exploring the fundamental biology of skin disease - from inflammatory cascades and immune dysregulation to oncogenic signaling and barrier dysfunction. Our community includes molecular biologists, dermatopathologists, immunologists, geneticists, and pharmaceutical scientists committed to understanding how diseases develop rather than how to treat them clinically.
Dermatologic research operates at the intersection of molecular biology, immunology, genetics, and systems pathology. JDRT provides a specialized publishing home for investigations that dissect disease mechanisms with experimental precision. Our editorial board - comprising pathophysiologists, molecular immunologists, genomics experts, and translational researchers - evaluates submissions through a lens of mechanistic insight, reproducibility, and scientific innovation.
Each manuscript undergoes rigorous peer review focused on experimental design, data interpretation, statistical validity, and mechanistic clarity. Accepted articles receive structured formatting, DOI assignment, indexing support, and promotional amplification designed to maximize scientific impact within the dermatological research community.
JDRT publishes mechanistic investigations that illuminate the pathophysiology of dermatologic conditions. We prioritize studies that advance molecular understanding through experimental models, pathway analyses, biomarker validation, and systems-level approaches.
Molecular pathways in psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis; cytokine networks, immune cell trafficking, barrier dysfunction mechanisms.
Oncogenic signaling in melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma; tumor microenvironment, metastatic mechanisms, resistance pathways.
Molecular basis of pemphigus, pemphigoid, lupus erythematosus; autoantibody mechanisms, complement activation, epitope mapping.
Monogenic skin disorders, genotype-phenotype correlations, gene expression profiling, epigenetic regulation of skin homeostasis.
Cellular and molecular mechanisms of tissue repair, scarring pathways, keloid formation, regenerative signaling cascades.
Host-pathogen interactions in bacterial, viral, fungal skin infections; immune evasion mechanisms, virulence factor analysis.
Novel diagnostic, prognostic, and mechanistic biomarkers; proteomic and genomic signatures; validation studies in disease models.
Organoid models, 3D skin equivalents, animal models of skin disease; validation of translational research platforms.
Molecular targets for therapeutic intervention, pathway modulation studies, mechanism-of-action investigations for novel compounds.
JDRT employs single-blind peer review as standard, with double-blind options available upon author request. Our reviewers are selected based on expertise in specific mechanistic domains, ensuring that each manuscript receives specialized evaluation of its scientific contribution.
- Mechanistic Rigor: Reviewers assess experimental design, control selection, data reproducibility, and the validity of mechanistic interpretations.
- Statistical Integrity: Quantitative analyses are evaluated for appropriate methodology, statistical power, and transparent reporting of results.
- Ethical Compliance: All submissions must document institutional approvals, adherence to animal research guidelines, and appropriate biosafety protocols.
- Reproducibility Standards: Manuscripts should provide sufficient methodological detail for independent replication, including reagent specifications and procedural parameters.
- Constructive Feedback: Reviews emphasize scientific improvement, offering guidance to strengthen mechanistic clarity and experimental interpretation.
JDRT recognizes that research teams operate under competing demands. Our submission system is designed for efficiency while maintaining scientific rigor.
Pre-Submission Review
Consult Aims & Scope and Author Instructions to ensure alignment with JDRT's mechanistic focus. Verify that ethical approvals, animal protocols, and biosafety documentation are complete.
Manuscript Preparation
Structure your manuscript with clear mechanistic hypotheses, detailed methods, quantitative results, and discussion focused on pathophysiological implications. Include supplementary data, reagent catalogs, and statistical analysis files.
Submission
Submit via the online portal, Manuscript Zone, or email to [email protected]. Editorial acknowledgment is provided within 72 hours.
Peer Review
Manuscripts undergo evaluation by 2-3 experts in relevant pathophysiological domains. First decisions are typically rendered within 18 days, with revision timelines tailored to experimental complexity.
Publication
Accepted manuscripts proceed to copyediting, proof approval (48-hour author review), and online publication within 3 days of final acceptance. Articles receive DOI assignment, indexing metadata, and promotional support.
JDRT publishes under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0), ensuring unrestricted access to mechanistic discoveries. Authors retain copyright while enabling global dissemination for research, teaching, and translational applications.
We encourage authors to deposit datasets, protocols, and supplementary materials in public repositories (Zenodo, Dryad, Figshare, OSF, or domain-specific archives). Data availability statements are mandatory, and sharing practices align with FAIR principles. Review our data archiving policies for detailed guidance.
Article processing charges apply only upon acceptance. Waivers are available for authors from lower-income countries and early-career researchers. Contact our editorial office to discuss eligibility.
JDRT articles are indexed across academic databases, library systems, and scientific search platforms to maximize discoverability by the global dermatological research community.
- Academic Databases: Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, Crossref, ResearchGate, Academia.edu
- Specialized Indexes: Scilit, ResearchBib, CiteFactor, SciSpace, IP Indexing, SJIF, Cosmos Impact Factor
- University Collections: Catalogued by institutions including University of Birmingham, Wageningen University, Nottingham Trent University, and Victoria University
- Repository Presence: CORE (The Open University), Bayreuth University Library, and regional consortia
Authors receive post-publication support including social media promotion, thematic collection inclusion, and assistance with institutional repository deposits. Monitor new publications via the current issue or explore historical content in the archives.
Advance Dermatological Science with JDRT
Whether your research decodes inflammatory pathways, maps oncogenic mechanisms, or validates novel biomarkers, JDRT provides a rigorous platform for mechanistic discovery. Partner with an editorial team committed to scientific integrity, methodological excellence, and global research impact.
