Journal of Leukocyte Biology

*Journal of Leukocyte Biology*
Discipline	Immunology
Language	English
Publication details
History	1955–present
Publisher	Society for Leukocyte Biology (United States)
Frequency	Monthly
Open access	Hybrid
Impact factor	4.012 (2022)
Standard abbreviations;
ISO 4	J. Leukoc. Biol.
Indexing;
CODEN	JLBIE3
ISSN	0741-5400 (print); 1938-3673 (web);
LCCN	85644434
OCLC no.	10822114
Links
	[[1] Journal homepage];

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The Journal of Leukocyte Biology is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that focuses on the field of immunology, particularly the study of leukocytes (white blood cells). It is the official journal of the Society for Leukocyte Biology and publishes original research articles, reviews, and commentaries on various aspects of leukocyte biology.

History[edit | edit source]

The journal was established in 1955 and has since been a leading publication in the field of immunology. It has undergone several changes in its editorial board and publication frequency over the years, adapting to the evolving landscape of scientific research.

Scope[edit | edit source]

The scope of the Journal of Leukocyte Biology includes, but is not limited to:

Leukocyte function and behavior
Cell signaling in leukocytes
Leukocyte-mediated immune response
Inflammation and autoimmune diseases
Infectious diseases and leukocyte response
Cancer immunology
Transplantation immunology

Abstracting and Indexing[edit | edit source]

The journal is abstracted and indexed in several major databases, including:

Impact Factor[edit | edit source]

As of 2022, the Journal of Leukocyte Biology has an impact factor of 4.012, reflecting its influence and importance in the field of immunology research.

Editorial Board[edit | edit source]

The journal's editorial board consists of leading experts in the field of immunology and leukocyte biology. The board is responsible for the peer-review process, ensuring the quality and integrity of the published research.

Submission and Publication[edit | edit source]

The Journal of Leukocyte Biology accepts submissions from researchers worldwide. It follows a hybrid open-access model, allowing authors to choose between traditional subscription-based access and open-access publication.