Neuroscientist Impact Factor 2025

Neuroscientist (abbreviated as NRO) is a bimonthly peer-reviewed review journal published by SAGE Publications. Established in 1995, the journal provides comprehensive, authoritative reviews and critical evaluations of the most significant advances and emerging trends across all sub-disciplines of neuroscience. Its unique disease-relevant format connects basic neuroscience research to clinical neurology and psychiatry applications.

JOURNAL OVERVIEWAbout Neuroscientist

Neuroscientist publishes critical reviews and evaluations that synthesize advances in molecular, cellular, developmental, behavioral, systems, and cognitive neuroscience. The journal bridges basic research discoveries and their clinical implications for neurological and psychiatric disorders. Each review is crafted to provide researchers, clinicians, and students with a comprehensive understanding of the current state and future directions of specific neuroscience topics.

IMPACT METRICSNeuroscientist Impact Factor 2025

PUBLISHINGPublication Details

SUBMISSIONSubmission and Review Process

Neuroscientist uses a single-blind peer review process. The journal primarily publishes commissioned review articles, though unsolicited proposals are also considered. Proposals should include an outline, key references, and a statement explaining the novelty and significance of the proposed review. All submitted manuscripts undergo peer review by at least two independent experts.

Review time: 8.8 weeks on average
Acceptance to publication: 35 days
Acceptance rate: Approximately 5.3%

FEESPublication Fee

Neuroscientist does not charge any submission or publication fees. There are no article processing charges (APC) for authors. The journal operates under a subscription model funded by SAGE Publications and institutional subscribers.

SCOPEScope and Coverage

Neuroscientist covers the full spectrum of neuroscience with a focus on review articles that connect basic science to clinical applications. Major topic areas include molecular and cellular neuroscience, developmental neurobiology, systems neuroscience, cognitive neuroscience, behavioral neuroscience, neurodegeneration, neuroimmunology, neuropharmacology, neuropsychiatry, computational neuroscience, and neuroimaging.

INDEXINGIndexing and Abstracting

Neuroscientist is indexed in Scopus, Science Citation Index Expanded (Web of Science), SCImago Journal Rank, UGC-CARE, PubMed/MEDLINE, PsycINFO, and Biological Abstracts. These indexations ensure broad visibility of published reviews across the neuroscience and clinical neurology communities.

CITATIONCitation Style

Neuroscientist follows SAGE Vancouver reference style. In-text citations are numbered consecutively in the order they appear in the text. Authors should consult the journal’s Instructions for Authors on the SAGE Publications website for detailed formatting guidelines.

ABBREVIATIONJournal Abbreviation

The standard ISO 4 abbreviation for Neuroscientist is Neuroscientist. The short form NRO is also commonly used within the neuroscience community.

EDITORIALEditorial Process and Standards

Neuroscientist is edited by an internationally recognized editorial board comprising leaders in neuroscience research and clinical neurology. The editorial team evaluates proposals and manuscripts based on scientific quality, novelty, timeliness, and relevance to both basic researchers and clinicians. The journal follows COPE guidelines and maintains high standards of academic integrity.

FAQsFrequently Asked Questions