Nephron

Aims & Scope

'Nephron' comprises two sections, "Clinical Practice" and "Experimental Nephrology and Genetics", which are each under the editorship of internationally recognized leaders and served by specialized and young Associate Editors.

Apart from high-quality original research, Nephron publishes invited reviews/minireviews on up-to-date topics.

The section "Clinical Practice" also includes Second Opinion articles that provide a platform for international experts and opinion leaders to cast a critical eye over published papers dealing with hot topics in clinical and experimental nephrology.

The section "Experimental Nephrology and Genetics" includes Case Studies of Genetic Interest articles that provide clinically relevant examples of the genetic heterogeneity of renal diseases.

Finally, Special Articles cover a broad range of topics, offering a human-interest perspective on medical/scientific issues with a strong emotional and societal impact.

They are published on an ad-hoc basis upon invitation.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.8
2024	2.30

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.659

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	102

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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.

• Mortality Risk Factors in Patients Treated by Chronic Hemodialysis

  Citation: 400

  Authors: Patrice, Marcel, Isabelle, Françoise, Claude, Patricio, Claude

• Superiority of the Internal Jugular over the Subclavian Access for Temporary Dialysis

  Citation: 315

  Authors: George E., Edward, W.E., JoAnn, Joan, Herschel

• Animal Model of Adenine-Induced Chronic Renal Failure in Rats

  Citation: 286

  Authors: Takako, Ping Dong, Hikokichi, Fumitomo

• Serum Creatinine: Not So Simple!

  Citation: 259

  Authors: Pierre, Etienne, Hans

• Inflammation in Diabetic Kidney Disease

  Citation: 240

  Authors: Rosa E., María Dolores, José Manuel, Alberto, Carmen, Juan F.

• The Cause of Idiopathic Calcium Stone Disease: Hypercalciuria or Hyperoxaluria?

  Citation: 231

  Authors: W.G., M.

• The Gut as a Source of Inflammation in Chronic Kidney Disease

  Citation: 229

  Authors: Wei Ling, Kamyar, Nosratola D.

• Lithium Clearance: A New Method for Determining Proximal and Distal Tubular Reabsorption of Sodium and Water

  Citation: 224

  Authors: Klaus

• Serum β<sub>2</sub>-Microglobulin in Renal Disease

  Citation: 213

  Authors: L., P.-E., I.

• Predicting Glomerular Function from Adjusted Serum Creatinine

  Citation: 207

  Authors: M.H., L.L., J.D., C.

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