Journal of Investigative Medicine

Aims & Scope

Journal of Investigative Medicine (JIM) is the official publication of the American Federation for Medical Research (AFMR).

The journal is peer-reviewed and publishes high-quality original articles and reviews in the areas of basic, clinical, and translational medical research.

JIM publishes on all topics and specialty areas that are critical to the conduct of the entire spectrum of biomedical research: from the translation of clinical observations at the bedside, to basic and animal research to clinical research and the implementation of innovative medical care.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2
2024	2.50

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.659

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	79

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	8705

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	773

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science
• Medline
• Embase

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology and Medicine, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Vitamin D and the Immune System

  Citation: 908

  Authors: Cynthia

• Advanced Body Composition Assessment: From Body Mass Index to Body Composition Profiling

  Citation: 436

  Authors: Magnus, Janne, Jimmy D, Nicholas C, Thobias, Steven B, Olof

• Gut Microbiota in Multiple Sclerosis: Possible Influence of Immunomodulators

  Citation: 352

  Authors: Brandi L., Emmanuelle, Christel, Justin, Todd Z., Janet, Arun, Claire M., Ellen M.

• Collaboration and Team Science: From Theory to Practice

  Citation: 290

  Authors: L. Michelle, Howard

• Colorectal Cancer is A Leading Cause of Cancer Incidence and Mortality among Adults Younger than 50 Years in the Usa: A Seer-Based Analysis with Comparison to Other Young-Onset Cancers

  Citation: 217

  Authors: Abhishek, Melissa, Samir

• The Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Prostaglandins

  Citation: 202

  Authors: Jose U., Michael H.

• Triglyceride–to–High-Density-Lipoprotein-Cholesterol Ratio is an Index of Heart Disease Mortality and of Incidence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in Men

  Citation: 176

  Authors: Gloria Lena, Carolyn E., Scott M., David, Laura F.

• Vitamin D: A D-Lightful Solution for Health

  Citation: 172

  Authors: Michael F.

• Why We Need Community Engagement in Medical Research

  Citation: 171

  Authors: Jessica K., Lauren, Maria W.

• Clinical Effectiveness of Telemedicine for Chronic Heart Failure: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

  Citation: 170

  Authors: Mao-huan, Wo-liang, Tu-cheng, Hai-feng, Jing-ting, Jing-feng

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