Neuropeptides

Aims & Scope

The aim of Neuropeptides is the rapid publication of original research and review articles, dealing with the structure, distribution, actions and functions of peptides in the central and peripheral nervous systems.

The explosion of research activity in this field has led to the identification of numerous naturally occurring endogenous peptides which act as neurotransmitters, neuromodulators, or trophic factors, to mediate nervous system functions.

Increasing numbers of non-peptide ligands of neuropeptide receptors have been developed, which act as agonists or antagonists in peptidergic systems.

The journal provides a unique opportunity of integrating the many disciplines involved in all neuropeptide research.

The journal publishes articles on all aspects of the neuropeptide field, with particular emphasis on gene regulation of peptide expression, peptide receptor subtypes, transgenic and knockout mice with mutations in genes for neuropeptides and peptide receptors, neuroanatomy, physiology, behaviour, neurotrophic factors, preclinical drug evaluation, clinical studies, and clinical trials.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.7
2024	2.50

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.637

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	82

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	9058

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	398

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Abstracting & Indexing

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

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Medicine and Neuroscience, 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.

• The NPY system in stress, anxiety and depression

  Citation: 517

  Authors: Markus

• Amyloid cascade hypothesis: Pathogenesis and therapeutic strategies in Alzheimer's disease

  Citation: 483

  Authors: Sagar H., Kailas D.

• Neuropeptide Y, peptide YY and pancreatic polypeptide in the gut–brain axis

  Citation: 425

  Authors: Peter, Florian, Aitak

• Neuropeptide Y: A stressful review

  Citation: 387

  Authors: Florian, Peter

• Role of neuropeptides in appetite regulation and obesity – A review

  Citation: 340

  Authors: Sarika

• Role of neuropeptides in anxiety, stress, and depression: From animals to humans

  Citation: 286

  Authors: Viktória, Balázs

• Forty years in capsaicin research for sensory pharmacology and physiology

  Citation: 281

  Authors: János

• NPY and Y receptors: lessons from transgenic and knockout models

  Citation: 249

  Authors: Shu, Dana, Herbert

• The social deficits of the oxytocin knockout mouse

  Citation: 243

  Authors: J.T., T.R.

• The tachykinin NK1 receptor. Part II: Distribution and pathophysiological roles

  Citation: 232

  Authors: L, C.A

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