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Aims and scope

Aims and scope

Innovations in Acupuncture and Medicine publishes high-quality, evidence-based research in acupuncture and medicine. We welcome innovative research that explores pharmacological applications, research on herbal formulations and pharmacognosy, physiological and pathological mechanisms, integrative medicine with acupuncture, pharmaceuticals, pharmacopuncture, and other medical disciplines.

The journal covers a broad range of topics including but not limited to:
  • Pharmacological applications
  • Basic and clinical research in pharmacopuncture
  • Research on herbal formulations and pharmacognosy
  • Physiological and pathological mechanisms
  • Biochemical and pharmacological research
  • Medical informatics
  • Innovations in medical devices and biomedical engineering
  • Examination of policy and educational initiatives in integrative medicine
  • Development of clinical guidelines in integrative medicine
  • Acupuncture and related approaches