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Neurochemistry International

Neurochemistry International is the Journal of Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience and is devoted to the rapid publication of original articles and timely reviews in neurochemistry. It considers manuscripts across molecular and cellular neurochemistry, neuropharmacology, genetic aspects of CNS function, neuroimmunology, metabolism, and the neurochemistry of neurological and psychiatric disorders of the CNS, and also publishes special issues led by guest editors.

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Subject Neurosciences
Impact Factor 4
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 0197-0186
eISSN 1872-9754
Invitation Only No
Cost Range USD 3960 APC for open access articles; no open access publication fee for subscription publication.

Submission Instructions

Neurochemistry International accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Research Articles

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract An abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined and numbered sections, with the abstract excluded from section numbering. The manuscript must include 1 to 7 English keywords, submission highlights of 3 to 5 bullet points in a separate editable file, and a generative AI declaration section placed before the references list.
References Citations in the text must follow author-year style. References may be submitted in any consistent style at submission, but the reference list must be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically if needed.
Figures & Tables Tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article, while figures must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. Tables must be editable text rather than images and all figures and tables must be numbered consecutively, cited in the text, and provided with captions.
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Review Articles

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Review Articles are typically 8,000 words. Manuscripts must be divided into clearly defined and numbered sections, with subsections numbered hierarchically such as 1.1 and 1.1.1. Manuscripts must include 1 to 7 keywords, submission highlights of 3 to 5 bullet points, and a generative AI declaration statement placed in a new section before the references list.
References Citations in the text must follow author-year style. References may be submitted in any consistent style or format, but the reference list must be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically if necessary.
Figures & Tables Tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article, while figures and other artwork must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. Tables must be submitted as editable text with captions and all tables and figures must be cited in the manuscript text.
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Rapid Communications

Cover Letter Submission must include a brief statement justifying inclusion in the rapid publication section of the journal.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Rapid Communications should be between 1000 and 4000 words in length. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined and numbered sections. Manuscript must include 1 to 7 keywords, article highlights of 3 to 5 bullet points, and a generative AI declaration statement placed before the references list.
References Citations in the text must follow author-year style. Reference list must be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically if necessary.
Figures & Tables Tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article, and figures must be supplied as separate files along with the manuscript. Tables must be submitted as editable text rather than images and all figures and tables must be cited, numbered consecutively, and accompanied by captions.
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Short Communications

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Manuscript must be no more than 3,000 words including figure legends but excluding references. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined and numbered sections. Manuscript must include 1 to 7 keywords, separate submission highlights of 3 to 5 bullet points, and a generative AI declaration section before the references list.
References References must not exceed 15. References must follow author-year style. Reference list must be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically if necessary, and Short Communications must adhere strictly to the journal's literature reference style.
Figures & Tables Short Communications may include no more than 1 figure and 1 table or 2 of either. Tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article, and figures must be supplied as separate files. Tables must be editable text with captions and figures must have captions.
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Mini- Review Articles

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not exceed 250 words.
Manuscript Mini-Review Articles are typically 4,500 words. Manuscript must be divided into clearly defined and numbered sections, with subsections numbered hierarchically such as 1.1 and 1.1.1. Manuscript must include 1 to 7 English keywords, article highlights of 3 to 5 bullet points submitted as a separate editable file, and a generative AI declaration section before the references list if AI tools were used.
References Citations in the text must follow author-year style. Reference list must be arranged alphabetically and then chronologically if necessary, and references may be in any consistent style or format at submission.
Figures & Tables Tables must be placed next to the relevant text or on separate pages at the end of the article, while figures and other artwork must be supplied as separate files. Tables must be submitted as editable text rather than images, and all figures and tables must be cited in the manuscript text and include captions.
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Recent Publications

Editorial Board

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10.1016/s0197-0186(26)00107-5
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Epigenetic mechanisms of (electro)acupuncture in acute neuroprotection and rehabilitation of stroke

Jia-Yue Wang, Ting Wu, Ling Lin, Yan-Ming Xu, Andy T.Y. Lau

10.1016/j.neuint.2026.106187
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Neuro-nutraceutical role of Indian spices, spice mixes and their bio-actives: An update

Vismaya, P.S. Rajini

10.1016/j.neuint.2026.106189
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Iron overload inhibits neuronal extracellular vesicles secretion via SNARE dysfunction

Xiaoting Wang, Yang Li, Xiaoqing Mi, Tongtong Yang, Yun Li, Jinjie Zhang, Fengju Jia, Junxia Xie, Ning Song

10.1016/j.neuint.2026.106192
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Regular light-intensity exercise accelerates contextual fear extinction with reduced dorsal CA3 activation in male rats

Taichi Hiraga, Ryo Shimoda, Toshiaki Hata, Ferenc Torma, Masahiro Okamoto, Hideaki Soya

10.1016/j.neuint.2026.106191
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

1 day submission to first decision; 35 days submission to decision after review; 88 days submission to acceptance; 2 days acceptance to online publication

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What are the publication costs?

USD 3960 APC for open access articles; no open access publication fee for subscription publication.

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Research Topics

Neuroscience and Neuropharmacology Research Receptor Mechanisms and Signaling Neuroinflammation and Neurodegeneration Mechanisms Ion channel regulation and function Neurotransmitter Receptor Influence on Behavior Alzheimer's disease research and treatments Neuropeptides and Animal Physiology Mitochondrial Function and Pathology Neurogenesis and neuroplasticity mechanisms Diverse Scientific and Economic Studies Parkinson's Disease Mechanisms and Treatments Amino Acid Enzymes and Metabolism Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors Study Nerve injury and regeneration Metabolism and Genetic Disorders Cholinesterase and Neurodegenerative Diseases Biochemical effects in animals Adenosine and Purinergic Signaling Tryptophan and brain disorders Human auditory perception and evaluation Lipid Membrane Structure and Behavior Stress Responses and Cortisol Photoreceptor and optogenetics research Educational Robotics and Engineering Neuroendocrine regulation and behavior

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