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Bmj Open Diabetes Research & Care

BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care is an open access, online-only journal from BMJ and the American Diabetes Association that publishes high-quality basic and clinical research on type 1 and type 2 diabetes and associated complications across disciplines and therapeutic areas, with rigorous external peer review and continuous updates for the endocrinology, public health/prevention, and internal medicine communities.

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Subject Endocrinology & Metabolism
Impact Factor 4.1
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Open
eISSN 2052-4897
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Full APC waiver available for eligible authors; partial discounts up to 50% may be considered case by case.

Submission Instructions

Bmj Open Diabetes Research & Care accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Research

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract is required for Original Research articles. Abstract must not exceed 300 words. Abstract must be structured. Abstract must use the headings Introduction, Research Design and Methods, Results and Conclusions.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 4,000 words, excluding the title page, abstract, tables, acknowledgements, contributions and references. Manuscript should be presented in the order of abstract, main text under appropriate headings and subheadings, tables, acknowledgments and other required statements, and references. Manuscript must include key messages after the abstract under the headings “What is already known on this topic”, “What this study adds”, and “How this study might affect research, practice or policy”, limited to 3–5 sentences.
References Original Research articles may include up to 50 references. References must use Vancouver style. References must be cited in numerical order and list the first three authors by last name and initials followed by “et al” if applicable.
Figures & Tables Original Research articles may include up to five tables and/or figures. Tables should be placed in the main text where first cited, while figures must be uploaded as separate files. Figure legends must be provided at the end of the manuscript.
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Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 5,000 words. Manuscript should be presented in the following order: abstract; main text under appropriate headings and subheadings; tables; acknowledgments, competing interests, funding and other required statements; and references. Keywords should use Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) descriptors, and the manuscript must include a summary competing interests statement for all authors.
References References may include up to 65 entries. References must use Vancouver style. References must be cited in numerical order, with the first three authors listed by last name and initials followed by 'et al' where applicable.
Figures & Tables Articles may include a maximum of four tables and/or figures. Tables should be placed in the main text where first cited, while figures must be uploaded as separate files with legends provided at the end of the manuscript.
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Invited Systematic Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 5,000 words, excluding the title page, abstract, tables, acknowledgements, contributions, and references. Manuscript should be presented in the order of abstract, main text under appropriate headings and subheadings, tables, acknowledgments and other required statements, and references. Key messages must appear after the abstract under the headings “What is already known on this topic”, “What this study adds”, and “How this study might affect research, practice or policy”, and must be no more than 3–5 sentences.
References References are limited to a maximum of 65. References must use Vancouver style. References must be cited in numerical order in the text and list the first three authors by last name and initials followed by “et al” if applicable.
Figures & Tables A maximum of four tables and/or figures may be included. Tables should be placed in the main text where first cited, while figures must be uploaded as separate files. Figure legends must be provided at the end of the manuscript.
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Letter To The Editor

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract is not required for Letters To The Editor.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 600 words.
References References are limited to a maximum of 10. References must use Vancouver style. References must be cited in numerical order, listed sequentially in the reference list, and show the first three authors followed by et al if applicable.
Figures & Tables Letters To The Editor may include a maximum of one table and/or figure. Tables should be placed in the main text where first cited, while figures must be uploaded as separate files and their legends provided at the end of the manuscript.
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Recent Publications

Association between type 2 diabetes mellitus and psychosocial burdens in older adults in Germany: findings from the longitudinal Gesundheit 65+ study

Lottie Friederici, Christin Heidemann, Vera Birgel, Beate Gaertner, Jens Baumert

10.1136/bmjdrc-2026-006056
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Health literacy profiles of people living with type 2 diabetes: a cluster-based approach to inform tailored interventions–the Entred 3 study

Roxane Agius, Laurent Rigal, Henri Panjo, Richard H Osborne, Sandrine Fosse-Edorh, Xavier Debussche

10.1136/bmjdrc-2026-005977
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Topical therapies for diabetic foot ulcers: a systematic review and network meta-analysis

Lihong Chen, Jui-Ching Chen, Ting Lin, Feiyan Shi, Dawei Chen, Chun Wang, Yun Gao, Harikrishna K Ragavan Nair, Xingwu Ran

10.1136/bmjdrc-2026-006026
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Comparative effectiveness of sulfonylureas on kidney outcomes in adults with type 2 diabetes and moderate cardiovascular risk: a target trial emulation

Stacey Sklepinski, Alexandria A Ratzki-Leewing, Jeph Herrin, Kavya Sindhu Swarna, Yihong Deng, Eric C Polley, Joshua J Neumiller, Rodolfo J Galindo, Guillermo E Umpierrez, Joseph S Ross, Juan P Brito, Victor M Montori, Mindy M Mickelson, Rozalina Grubina McCoy

10.1136/bmjdrc-2025-005775
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Differences in immune cell profiles around the time of islet autoimmunity seroconversion in children with and without type 1 diabetes

Kirk R Hohsfield, Patrick Carry, Sarah Slack, Charles T Repaci, Lauren A Vanderlinden, Katerina Kechris, Marian Rewers, Jill M Norris, Randi K Johnson

10.1136/bmjdrc-2026-006015
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Median time to first decision with review is 47 days. The journal uses a continuous publication model for rapid publication.

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Is a cover letter required?

A cover letter is addressed in separate BMJ author guidance.

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What are the publication costs?

Full APC waiver available for eligible authors; partial discounts up to 50% may be considered case by case.

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Research Topics

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Diabetes Management and Research Diabetes Treatment and Management Diabetes Management and Education Diabetes and associated disorders Hyperglycemia and glycemic control in critically ill and hospitalized patients Pancreatic function and diabetes Gestational Diabetes Research and Management Chronic Kidney Disease and Diabetes Adipokines, Inflammation, and Metabolic Diseases Chronic Disease Management Strategies Bariatric Surgery and Outcomes Diabetic Foot Ulcer Assessment and Management Retinal Diseases and Treatments Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies Metabolism, Diabetes, and Cancer Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Diet and metabolism studies Mobile Health and mHealth Applications Birth, Development, and Health Genetic Associations and Epidemiology Physical Activity and Health Medication Adherence and Compliance Peripheral Artery Disease Management Nutritional Studies and Diet

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