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Journal of Biological Chemistry
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The Journal of Biological Chemistry publishes high-quality science that seeks to elucidate the molecular and cellular basis of biological processes.
Papers published in JBC, which fall under the umbrellas of biological chemistry, chemical biology or biochemistry, also bridge allied disciplines such as biophysics, systems biology, RNA biology, immunology, microbiology, neurobiology and many more.
The journal focuses on papers that contribute novel mechanistic insights rather than on a particular topic area, making JBC a melting pot for scientists across disciplines. In addition, JBC welcomes papers that describe methods that will help scientists drive their scientific inquiries forward and resources that will be of use to the research community.
For over a century, the Journal of Biological Chemistry has been at the forefront of publishing high-quality science that seeks to elucidate the molecular and cellular basis of biological processes. Throughout the years, numerous Nobel Prize winners have published with JBC, sometimes even their milestone work. Take a look at the Virtual Issue: Nobel Laureates in JBC.
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For authors
It is our goal to help scientists disseminate their findings in the most visible, efficient and effective way possible by keeping review times short, providing editorial feedback on manuscript text and promoting papers after publication. We believe it is our responsibility to safeguard the research we publish by providing high-quality review and maintaining strict standards on data presentation and deposition. Finally, we strive to ensure research equity by making all publications free to the public. Learn about JBC’s publication process.
For ASBMB members
Regular and industry members who publish as corresponding authors benefit from reduced publication fees for all ASBMB journals.
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JBC Reviews
Get expert insights into recent findings, ongoing controversies and unsolved questions across the scope of biological chemistry.
Editors' Picks
These articles are accompanied by additional content summarizing the new findings and featuring the scientists involved.
JBC Communications
Articles that succinctly report particularly compelling advances across biological chemistry.
Classics
Seminal articles published in the JBC since its founding in 1905. More than 250 original papers by many of the legends in biological chemistry.
Early-Career Reviewer Board
These scientists are learning about the peer-review process, and we’re benefiting from their fresh and diverse perspectives.
Associate Editor Spotlight
Karin Musier–Forsyth
"I really like being an associate editor of a society-based journal that’s run by scientists from the editor-in-chief down to the AEs and the editorial board members. Because it’s run by scientists, I think the review process is really fair; the people that are reviewing the papers are also going to be wanting to publish someday."
Who We AreTeaching resources
Tips for journal article authors
Tips from JBC's technical editor on writing titles and abstracts that generate interest and excitement among reviewers and readers.
Due diligence
A series of articles by the ASBMB's data integrity manager on best practices for preparing data and figures for publication.
JBC Reviews
Read JBC Reviews to get expert insights into recent findings, ongoing controversies and unsolved questions across the scope of biological chemistry.
The do's and don'ts of data analysis and reporting
What the JBC editors look for when it comes to data analysis and reporting.