Aims and Scope
Aims
The Central Asian Journal of Nephrology aims to be a premier platform for disseminating high-quality, peer-reviewed research that advances the science and clinical practice of nephrology. The journal emphasizes research that enhances understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of kidney diseases in Central Asia and globally. It encourages interdisciplinary approaches combining molecular medicine of kidneys, clinical nephrology, advances in renal replacement therapy (hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, kidney transplantation), public health, and data science to address kidney health disparities and improve patient outcomes.
Scope
The journal invites original research, reviews, and case reports in the following areas:
1. Clinical Nephrology
- Diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic kidney diseases.
- Studies on glomerular diseases, tubulointerstitial disorders, and systemic diseases affecting the kidney.
- Innovations in dialysis and renal replacement therapy.
- Transplant nephrology, including donor-recipient outcomes, immunosuppression, and organ preservation.
2. Hypertension and Diabetes in Nephrology
- Studies on the Cardio-Renal-Metabolic conditions.
- Diagnosis and treatment protocols of hypertensive and diabetic kidney diseases.
3. Molecular medicine in kidney research
- Basic research studies in molecular biology and molecular medicine of kidney diseases
- Genetic, proteomic and metabolomic studies in kidney diseases
- Experimental studies involving animal models
- New technologies in biomarker research
4. Epidemiology of Renal Diseases and Public Health in Kidney Care
- Population-based studies on kidney disease prevalence, incidence, risk factors, and health outcomes.
- Health disparities in nephrology care and access, with a focus on Central Asia.
- Evaluation of screening and prevention programs for chronic kidney disease (CKD).
- Environmental and occupational factors contributing to renal health risks.
3. Health Data Science in Nephrology
- Use of electronic health records, registries, and big data for nephrology research.
- Machine learning, artificial intelligence, and predictive modeling in kidney disease risk stratification and prognosis.
- Real-world data analytics for treatment effectiveness, safety, and patient adherence.
4. Nephrology Policy and Systems Research
- Health system performance and policy analysis in kidney care delivery.
- Cost-effectiveness studies, resource utilization, and policy impacts on nephrology services.
- Quality improvement initiatives and decision support systems in nephrology practice.
5. Translational and Implementation Research
- Bridging basic renal research to clinical application and policy.
- Implementation of evidence-based guidelines in real-world nephrology settings.
- Community and patient engagement in kidney health initiatives.
6. Global and Regional Perspectives in Kidney Health
- Comparative nephrology studies across countries and regions.
- Contributions from low- and middle-income countries, particularly in Central Asia.
- Regional nephrology challenges and strategies for improving care delivery and outcomes.
7. Real-World Evidence in Nephrology
- Studies utilizing real-world clinical data to assess treatment outcomes and safety.
- Pharmacovigilance and long-term monitoring of nephrology therapeutics.
- Patient-reported outcomes, digital health tools, and quality of life assessments.
8. Research Protocols and Methodological Innovations
- Protocol papers and innovative study designs in nephrology.
- Advances in biostatistics, data collection, and computational tools relevant to kidney research.
- Ethical considerations, reproducibility, and data governance in nephrology studies.
The Central Asian Journal of Nephrology is designed to increase the depth of the object in these areas, with the aim of expanding knowledge of the subject. We encourage researchers worldwide for contributing and presenting manuscripts through an online submission system https://www.editorialpark.com/cajn in the English language.