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Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

Pediatric Allergy and Immunology is the official journal of the European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology (EAACI) and publishes original contributions and comprehensive reviews related to the understanding and treatment of immune deficiency and allergic inflammatory and infectious diseases in children.

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Subject Allergy, Immunology, Pediatrics
Impact Factor 4.5
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Hybrid
ISSN 0905-6157
eISSN 1399-3038
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Publishing Open Access; fees may be covered.

Submission Instructions

Pediatric Allergy and Immunology accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Papers

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Original Papers must include a structured abstract. The abstract must not exceed 250 words. The abstract must be structured. The abstract must use the headings Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion.
Manuscript Original Papers should ideally be 3,000 to 3,500 words maximum excluding the abstract, figure legends, and references. The manuscript must be structured as Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion. The manuscript must include a word count, line numbering, a short Key Message, and up to 7 keywords, with any AI tool use disclosed in the Materials and Methods section.
References Original Papers may include a maximum of 30 to 50 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance and cited in the text using Arabic superscript numerals.
Figures & Tables Original Papers may include no more than 6 figures and tables in total. Figures must be uploaded as separate files, while tables are included after the references in the main text file. Tables must be supplied as editable files rather than images, and figure legends must define all symbols, abbreviations, and units of measurement.
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Systematic Review

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 3,500 words excluding the abstract, figure legends, and references. Main text must be organized in the order of conflict of interest statement, financial support, abstract and keywords, main text, acknowledgments, key message, references, tables, figure legends, and appendices if relevant. Manuscript must include a word count, line numbering, a short key message, up to 7 keywords, and disclosure of any AI tool use in the Materials and Methods section.
References References may be limited to 30 to 50. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance and cited in the text using consecutive Arabic superscript numerals.
Figures & Tables A maximum of 6 figures and/or tables in total is allowed. Figures must be uploaded as separate files. Tables must be supplied as editable files rather than images, and figure legends must define symbols, abbreviations, and units of measurement.
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Meta-Analysis

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract A structured abstract is required. Abstract must not exceed 250 words. Abstract must be structured.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 3,500 words excluding the abstract, figure legends, and references. Main text file must be ordered as conflict of interest statement, financial support, abstract and keywords, main text, acknowledgments, key message, references, tables, figure legends, and appendices if relevant. Manuscript must include a word count, line numbering, a short key message, up to 7 keywords, and disclosure of any AI tool use in the Materials and Methods section.
References References may total 30 to 50. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance and cited in the text using Arabic superscript numerals in consecutive order.
Figures & Tables No more than 6 figures and/or tables in total are permitted. Figures must be uploaded as separate files, while tables are included after the references in the main text file. Tables must be supplied as editable files rather than images.
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Review

Cover Letter If the article exceeds the word, figure/table, or reference limits, the cover page must explain the reasons.
Abstract An abstract is required. The abstract must be unstructured and no longer than 250 words. The abstract must be unstructured.
Manuscript The manuscript must not exceed 4,500 words excluding the abstract, figure legends, and references. The manuscript must use the structure Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion. The manuscript must include a word count, line numbering, a short Key Message, up to 7 keywords, and disclosure of AI tool use in the Materials and Methods section when applicable.
References The article may include a maximum of 75 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance and cited in the text using Arabic superscript numerals in consecutive order.
Figures & Tables The article may include no more than 10 figures and tables in total. Figures must be uploaded as separate files, while tables are included after the references in the main text file. Tables must be supplied as editable files rather than images, and figure legends must define symbols, abbreviations, and units of measurement.
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Letters

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not be included.
Manuscript Letter must not exceed 1,200 words excluding figure legends and references. Letter must begin with the salutation "To the Editor" and close with the author names, academic degrees, institutions, and locations. Letter must include a word count and line numbering and may include up to 7 keywords following the main text.
References Letter may include a maximum of 10 references. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance and cited in the text using Arabic superscript numerals.
Figures & Tables Letter may include no more than 3 figures and tables in total. Figures must be supplied as separate files.
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Clinical Letters

Cover Letter Cover Letter requirements are not specified.
Abstract Abstract must not be included.
Manuscript Manuscript must not exceed 1,200 words excluding figure legends and references and must not exceed 3 PDF print pages. Manuscript must begin with the salutation "To the Editor" and end with the author names, academic degrees, institutions, and locations. Manuscript must include a word count and line numbering.
References References are limited to a maximum of 10. References must follow AMA style. References must be numbered consecutively in order of appearance and cited in the text with Arabic superscript numerals in consecutive order.
Figures & Tables A maximum of 2 figures and/or tables in total is allowed. Figures must be supplied as separate files.
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Recent Publications

PAI‐APAPARI Award 2026

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10.1111/pai.70525
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International survey of parental and patient perspectives on emerging adrenaline devices for community‐based management of anaphylaxis: An EAACI task force report

M. F. Gonzalez‐Matamala, N. Patel, D. Kahn‐Santoro, R. Knibb, G. Roberts, P. J. Turner, A. Kazie, N. Atzert, J. Bartra, K. Chetty, A. Deschildre, F. A. Dumitru, W. Feleszko, J. Gerdts, M. H. Gowland, T. T. M. Le, H. Pité, C. Ozdemir, K. Papadopoulou, M. Podestà, C. Raviolo, M. Ruano‐Zaragoza, H. O. Skjerven, B. Stoilov, L. D. Valderrama, C. Venter, C. Woehlk, G. H. Yonamine, M. Vazquez‐Ortiz

10.1111/pai.70507
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Peripheral effector‐memory CD4 + T cells reflect clinical symptom burden in pediatric allergic rhinitis

Takeshi Yamamoto, Eri Hayata, Terumi Ikarashi, Haruna Tokitomo, Katsuki Tanaka, Azusa Hiraoka, Kenta Zushi, Kei Watanabe, Toshiyuki Kobayashi, Taiji Nakano, Hiromichi Hamada

10.1111/pai.70509
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Correction to “Prevalence of Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder ( ARFID ) in children with and without food allergy”

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10.1111/pai.70473
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Comment on Distinct oesophageal microbiota is associated with paediatric eosinophilic oesophagitis

Christos Zavos

10.1111/pai.70516
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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to publish?

Median submission to first decision is 3 days.

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Is a cover letter required?

Longer manuscripts should state reasons for increased length, figure or table number, or reference number on the cover page.

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What are the publication costs?

Open access publishing is available; fees may be covered.

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Research Topics

Asthma and respiratory diseases Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Research Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization Dermatology and Skin Diseases Pediatric health and respiratory diseases Respiratory and Cough-Related Research Eosinophilic Esophagitis Contact Dermatitis and Allergies Immunodeficiency and Autoimmune Disorders Respiratory viral infections research Neonatal Respiratory Health Research Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research Delphi Technique in Research Inhalation and Respiratory Drug Delivery Immune Cell Function and Interaction Infant Nutrition and Health Pregnancy and Medication Impact Urticaria and Related Conditions IL-33, ST2, and ILC Pathways Mast cells and histamine Human auditory perception and evaluation Breastfeeding Practices and Influences Occupational exposure and asthma Educational Robotics and Engineering

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