Q1 Endocrinology & Metabolism Journals

Browse Q1 Endocrinology & Metabolism journals and compare the highest impact Endocrinology & Metabolism journals in our database. Each listing includes key details authors often use when choosing where to submit.

Rankings are based on the latest Journal Impact Factor and quartile data currently available in our journal database.

#1
LD
JIF 41.8
Q1
Hybrid

The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology is a medical journal focused on diabetes and endocrinology. It has ISSN 2213-8587 and reports an Impact Factor of 41.8, a CiteScore of 64.2, and a 5-Year Impact Factor of 41.7.

Identifiers

ISSN 2213-8587
eISSN 2213-8595
#2
NR
JIF 40
Q1
Closed

Nature Reviews Endocrinology is a journal focused on endocrinology and metabolism research and publishes content including Review Articles, Perspectives, Comments, News & Views, Research Highlights, Journal Club articles and World View pieces.

Identifiers

ISSN 1759-5029
eISSN 1759-5037

Publication Cost

We do not charge a fee for publication.

Publishing Timeline

Accepted manuscripts may be self-archived for public release 6 months after first publication.
#3
CM
JIF 30.9
Q1
Hybrid

Cell Metabolism is a research journal focused on publishing novel, impactful papers spanning basic to clinical metabolic research, including original research on the molecular mechanisms underlying physiological homeostasis and disease.

Identifiers

ISSN 1550-4131
eISSN 1932-7420

Publication Cost

Article publishing charge: $10,400 for open access publication.

Publishing Timeline

Median 7 days to first editorial decision; median 28 days from acceptance to first online publication.
#4
ER

Oxford University Press

JIF 22
Q1
Hybrid

Endocrine Reviews publishes authoritative review articles spanning experimental and clinical endocrinology. The journal considers topics on emerging and established clinical research as well as advances in endocrine science from studies of cell biology, immuno...

Identifiers

ISSN 0163-769X
eISSN 1945-7189

Publication Cost

No page charges. Optional open access licence available with an open access charge. Letters to the Editor are charged $99 per PDF page.

Publishing Timeline

Advance Article posted within 7 working days of submission to production after acceptance; copyedited proof typically sent within 3 weeks of Advance Article posting; authors return proofs within 24 hours.
#5
NM

NATURE PORTFOLIO

JIF 20.8
Q1
Hybrid

Nature Metabolism is a Nature Portfolio journal publishing research, reviews, analysis, news and comment in metabolism and related biomedical fields, including areas such as obesity, diabetes, ageing, liver biology, muscle biology, cancer metabolism and cardio...

Identifiers

eISSN 2522-5812

Publication Cost

Non-primary articles marked with an asterisk are not eligible for Open Access and can only be published using the subscription-based publishing route.

Publishing Timeline

swift publication
#6
DC

American Diabetes Association

JIF 16.6
Q1
Hybrid

Diabetes Care is a monthly journal for health care practitioners that aims to increase knowledge, stimulate research, and promote better management of people with diabetes. It publishes original research on human studies across clinical care, education, nutrit...

Identifiers

ISSN 0149-5992
eISSN 1935-5548

Publication Cost

Open Choice is available for an additional article-processing charge.

Publishing Timeline

Average time to first decision: 18 days; articles accepted for publication are published online ahead of print 5–6 weeks after acceptance.
#7
EP

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 14.7
Q1
Hybrid

Endocrine Pathology, the official journal of the Endocrine Pathology Society, publishes research on clinical and basic aspects of endocrine disorders with a focus on diagnostic aspects of endocrine pathology. Coverage includes clinical case presentations, desc...

Identifiers

ISSN 1046-3976
eISSN 1559-0097

Publication Cost

There are NO page charges for accepted articles. Open Choice article processing charges vary by journal.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 4 days
#8
TI
JIF 12.6
Q1
Hybrid

Trends in Endocrinology & Metabolism is a reviews journal in metabolism and endocrinology that publishes rigorous, forward-looking, and engaging articles spanning the range from cellular bioenergetics to whole-body physiology.

Identifiers

ISSN 1043-2760
eISSN 1879-3061

Publication Cost

Article publishing charge for open access: $7,030.

Publishing Timeline

Median time to first editorial decision: 2 days; median acceptance to first online publication: 25 days.
#9
MA
JIF 11.9
Q1
Hybrid

Metabolism - Clinical and Experimental publishes original research, reviews, editorials and commentaries related to all aspects of human metabolism. It considers studies in humans, animal and cellular models, and prioritizes work with strong translational pote...

Identifiers

ISSN 0026-0495
eISSN 1532-8600

Publication Cost

Open access options are available. For open access articles, authors are responsible for payment of the article publishing charge (APC) if the manuscript is accepted.

Publishing Timeline

Median 1 day from submission to first decision; median 4 days from acceptance to online publication.
#10
CO

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 11
Q1
Hybrid

Current Obesity Reports provides in-depth review articles contributed by international experts on significant developments in obesity research and care. The journal publishes clear, balanced reviews that emphasize recently published papers of major importance...

Identifiers

ISSN 2162-4968
eISSN 2162-4968

Publication Cost

Article processing charges (APCs) vary by journal.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 4 days
#11
CD
JIF 10.6
Q1
Open

Cardiovascular Diabetology is an international open access journal dedicated to the link between diabetes and cardiovascular disorders, focusing on the interrelationship between heart diseases and alterations in glucose metabolism. It publishes clinical, genet...

Identifiers

eISSN 1475-2840

Publication Cost

APC: £3390.00 GBP / $4490.00 USD / €3990.00 EUR, plus VAT or local taxes where applicable.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 1 day
#12
Di

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 10.2
Q1
Hybrid

Diabetologia is the official journal of the EASD and publishes high-quality articles on all aspects of diabetes, spanning basic science, translational work and clinical research.

Identifiers

ISSN 0012-186X
eISSN 1432-0428

Publication Cost

Submission fee: none. Page charges: none. Open access available through Springer Open Choice, with no cost for authors at participating institutions.

Publishing Timeline

Embargo until published online
#13
D&

Korean Diabetes Association

JIF 8.5
Q1
Open

Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that publishes research on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and obesity, including r...

Identifiers

ISSN 2233-6079
eISSN 2233-6087

Publication Cost

Invited reviews are exempt from paying any publication processing fee.

Publishing Timeline

rapid publication
#14
FR
JIF 8.2
Q1
Hybrid

Free Radical Biology and Medicine publishes research in the redox biology of health and disease, including signal transduction and redox signaling, oxidative and reductive stress, aging, metabolic regulation, mitochondrial function, homeostatic mechanisms, red...

Identifiers

ISSN 0891-5849
eISSN 1873-4596

Publication Cost

Open Access APC: USD 4,030 (excluding taxes). Subscription: no publication fee charged to authors.

Publishing Timeline

4 days submission to first decision; 26 days submission to decision after review; 65 days submission to acceptance; 2 days from acceptance to first online publication.
#15
RI

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 8
Q1
Hybrid

Reviews in Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders is an international quarterly review journal for students, clinicians, and researchers in endocrinology and metabolism. Each issue covers a specific topic and publishes ten to twelve brief overview articles by leadi...

Identifiers

ISSN 1389-9155
eISSN 1573-2606

Publication Cost

Hybrid journal; Open Choice APCs vary by journal.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 6 days
#16
JO

Korean Society for the Study of Obesity

JIF 7.9
Q1
Closed

Journal Of Obesity & Metabolic Syndrome is a journal of the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity with Online ISSN 2508-7576 and Print ISSN 2508-6235. It publishes content in obesity and metabolic syndrome, including original articles, reviews, letters, resp...

Identifiers

ISSN 2508-6235
eISSN 2508-7576

Publication Cost

There are no author submission fees or other publication-related fees.

Publishing Timeline

Published quarterly on January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30.
#17
Di

American Diabetes Association

JIF 7.5
Q1
Closed

Diabetes publishes original research about the physiology and pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus. Submitted manuscripts can report any aspect of laboratory, animal, or human research. Emphasis is on investigative reports focusing on areas such as the pathoge...

Identifiers

ISSN 0012-1797
eISSN 1939-327X

Publication Cost

Article-processing charges are assessed at $175 per typeset journal page for non-invited articles submitted on or after February 1, 2024. Open Choice immediate open access is available for an additional $250 per page. Discounts or waivers may be requested.

Publishing Timeline

Accepted articles are published online ahead of print weeks before the print/online issue becomes available. Accepted manuscripts will be scheduled for publication as soon as possible. Corrections to page proofs should be returned within 24 hours of receipt.
#18
DR
JIF 7.4
Q1
Hybrid

Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice is an international journal for health-care providers and clinically oriented researchers that publishes original research articles and expert reviews in diabetes and related areas. It focuses on dissemination of knowled...

Identifiers

ISSN 0168-8227
eISSN 1872-8227

Publication Cost

Open access options are available for this journal. For open access articles, authors are responsible for payment of the article publishing charge (APC) if the manuscript is accepted.

Publishing Timeline

Median 4 days from submission to first decision and 3 days from acceptance to online publication.
#19
OR
JIF 7.4
Q1
Hybrid

Obesity Reviews is the official reviews journal of the World Obesity Federation. It publishes reviews across all disciplines related to obesity and its comorbidities, including basic and behavioral sciences, clinical treatment and outcomes, epidemiology, preve...

Identifiers

ISSN 1467-7881
eISSN 1467-789X

Publication Cost

Subscription journal with discounted subscription rates available for members of associations affiliated with World Obesity.

Publishing Timeline

96 days submission to first decision (median)
#20
FI
JIF 6.7
Q1
Hybrid

Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology (FIN) publishes comprehensive review articles, systematic reviews, opinion pieces, and meta-analyses in neuroendocrinology. Most reviews are invited, but the journal welcomes unsolicited reviews and meta-analyses, proposals for...

Identifiers

ISSN 0091-3022
eISSN 1095-6808

Publication Cost

Open Access APC: USD 4,700 (excluding taxes). Subscription: no publication fee charged to authors.

Publishing Timeline

6 days submission to first decision; 44 days submission to decision after review; 126 days submission to acceptance; 3 days acceptance to first online publication.
#21
Th

Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.

JIF 6.7
Q1
Hybrid

Thyroid is a subscription journal with optional open access publishing via Sage Choice. It accepts preprints, uses single-anonymized peer review, and publishes research in thyroid-related topics with detailed manuscript preparation and submission requirements,...

Identifiers

ISSN 1050-7256
eISSN 1557-9077

Publication Cost

Submission fee: $90; page charges upon acceptance: $90/page; optional open access publishing is available for a fee via Sage Choice.

Publishing Timeline

OnlineFirst publication enables final articles to be published online immediately without waiting for assignment to a future issue.
#22
MM
JIF 6.6
Q1
Open

Molecular Metabolism is an open access journal included in PubMed and PMC. It publishes hypothesis-driven interdisciplinary research on energy homeostasis and the etiology, development, treatment, and health consequences of metabolic disorders such as obesity,...

Identifiers

ISSN 2212-8778
eISSN 2212-8778

Publication Cost

Article Publishing Charge (APC): USD 4,560 (excluding taxes)

Publishing Timeline

2 days submission to first decision; 24 days submission to decision after review; 70 days submission to acceptance; 6 days from acceptance to first online publication
#23
CD

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 6.4
Q1
Hybrid

Current Diabetes Reports provides in-depth review articles contributed by international experts on significant developments in the field. The journal publishes clear, balanced reviews emphasizing recently published papers of major importance and covers current...

Identifiers

ISSN 1534-4827
eISSN 1539-0829

Publication Cost

Article processing charges vary by journal for Open Choice open access publishing.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 3 days
#24
DT
JIF 6.3
Q1
Hybrid

This peer-reviewed journal provides healthcare professionals with information on new devices, drugs, drug delivery systems, and software for managing patients with diabetes.

Identifiers

ISSN 1520-9156
eISSN 1557-8593

Publication Cost

Subscription journal with mandatory page charges of $90/page upon acceptance; optional open access publishing is available via Sage Choice for a fee.

Publishing Timeline

Prompt publishing
#25
JO
JIF 6.3
Q1
Hybrid

Journal of Pineal Research provides a forum for original research involving any aspect of the pineal gland or its hormonal products, with a focus on melatonin and its role in sleep and circadian rhythms. It spans all vertebrate species and also considers the b...

Identifiers

ISSN 0742-3098
eISSN 1600-079X

Publication Cost

No page charges, submission fee or color charges; open access option available

Publishing Timeline

7 days submission to first decision (median); accepted manuscripts published rapidly online
#26
A&

Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.

JIF 6.1
Q1
Hybrid

Antioxidants & Redox Signaling is a leading peer-reviewed journal dedicated to understanding the vital impact of oxygen and oxidation-reduction (redox) processes on human health and disease.

Identifiers

ISSN 1523-0864
eISSN 1557-7716

Publication Cost

Mandatory page charges are $90 per page upon acceptance; optional open access publishing is available for a fee via Sage Choice.

Publishing Timeline

Prompt publishing.
#27
BP

Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism is a topical serial publication integrating results from the latest original research into practical, evidence-based review articles addressing key clinical issues of diagnosis, treatment, and patien...

Identifiers

ISSN 1521-690X
eISSN 1532-1908

Publication Cost

Open Access Article Publishing Charge (APC): USD 4,510 (excluding taxes). Subscription publication: no publication fee charged to authors.

Publishing Timeline

Median 3 days from acceptance to first online publication.
#28
DR

Diabetes/Metabolism Research and Reviews is an endocrinology and metabolism journal read by clinicians and researchers. It covers all areas of diabetes, endocrinology, metabolism and obesity, and welcomes clinical studies, basical and translational research, a...

Identifiers

ISSN 1520-7552
eISSN 1520-7560

Publication Cost

Special discounted subscription rates are offered to society members.

Publishing Timeline

3 days submission to first decision (median)
#29
JO
JIF 5.9
Q1
Hybrid

The Journal of Bone and Mineral Research (JBMR) publishes manuscripts, reviews, and special articles on basic, translational and clinical investigations on the musculoskeletal system and mineral metabolism.

Identifiers

ISSN 0884-0431
eISSN 1523-4681

Publication Cost

No license charge under the standard subscription model; open access publication is available for a charge; non-member submission fee is US$150.00.

Publishing Timeline

Accepted manuscripts are published within one week after acceptance and signing of the publishing agreement.
#30
DO
JIF 5.7
Q1
Open

Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity: Targets and Therapy is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal that publishes research on the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of diabetes, metabolic syndrome and obesity, including thyroid and lip...

Identifiers

ISSN 1462-8902
eISSN 1463-1326

Publication Cost

An Article Publishing Charge (APC) may be required for open access publication; reduced APCs, waivers, or no-cost publication may be available through institutional or funder agreements.

Publishing Timeline

rapid publication
#31
PD
JIF 5.6
Q1
Open

Pediatric Diabetes (e-ISSN 1399-5448; p-ISSN 1399-543X) is a peer-reviewed journal devoted to disseminating new knowledge relating to the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, management, complications and prevention of diabetes in childhood and adolescence.

Identifiers

ISSN 1399-543X
eISSN 1399-5448

Publication Cost

APC: $2830 USD, payable after acceptance and before publication; taxes may apply.

Publishing Timeline

Immediately after publication
#32
OI

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 5.4
Q1
Hybrid

Osteoporosis International is a multidisciplinary journal focusing on the diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and management of osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases. It is a joint initiative of the International Osteoporosis Foundation and Bone Health...

Identifiers

ISSN 0937-941X
eISSN 1433-2965

Publication Cost

Open access APC: £3390.00 GBP / $5390.00 USD / €4290.00 EUR; subscription publishing: no APC charges apply.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 17 days
#33
CO

Springer Science+Business Media

JIF 5.3
Q1
Hybrid

Current Osteoporosis Reports provides in-depth review articles contributed by international experts on significant developments in the field, emphasizing recently published papers of major importance and covering current and emerging approaches to the diagnosi...

Identifiers

ISSN 1544-1873
eISSN 1544-2241

Publication Cost

Hybrid open access journal; article processing charges vary by journal.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 3 days
#34
EJ

Oxford University Press

JIF 5.2
Q1
Hybrid

European Journal of Endocrinology is a journal of the European Society of Endocrinology published on Oxford Academic in the field of endocrinology and metabolism. It publishes research articles, review articles, letters, and clinical practice guidelines, and o...

Identifiers

ISSN 0804-4643
eISSN 1479-683X

Publication Cost

Hybrid journal with open access and subscription publishing options; ESE members receive a 50% discount on article processing charges.

Publishing Timeline

Accepted papers are published online within 48 hours of receiving a signed licence; the journal aims to return a decision on a peer-reviewed paper in less than a month.
#35
N&

Springer Nature

JIF 5.2
Q1
Open

A peer-reviewed online open access journal bringing to the fore outstanding research in the areas of nutrition and chronic disease, including diabetes, from the molecular to the population level.

Identifiers

ISSN 2044-4052
eISSN 2044-4052

Publication Cost

APC varies by article type: Original Research £2990.00/$4090.00/€3290.00; Correspondence £745.00/$1055.00/€900.00; Brief Communication and Perspective £1285.00/$2075.00/€1610.00, subject to VAT or local taxes where applicable.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first editorial decision (median days): 20; Submission to acceptance (median days): 209
#36
BO
JIF 5.1
Q1
Open

Biology of Sex Differences is a unique scientific journal that incorporates basic and clinical research focusing on sex differences.

Identifiers

eISSN 2042-6410

Publication Cost

APC: £2490.00 GBP / $3290.00 USD / €2790.00 EUR, plus VAT or local taxes where applicable.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 9 days
#37
JO
JIF 5.1
Q1
Hybrid

The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism is an Endocrine Society journal published by Oxford University Press and focused on clinical endocrinology and metabolism. It is a peer-reviewed journal and offers both subscription access and open access publ...

Identifiers

ISSN 0021-972X
eISSN 1945-7197

Publication Cost

Page charges: $99 per PDF page for Endocrine Society members and $119 per PDF page for non-members. Optional open access license fee applies in addition to standard page and color charges.

Publishing Timeline

Advance Article version posted within seven working days of submission to production after acceptance; copyedited proof sent within three weeks; authors return corrections within 24 hours; revised manuscripts due within two months.
#38
Bi
JIF 5
Q1
Hybrid

BioFactors publishes research identifying new substances known as biofactors and their functions at the biophysical, biochemical, cellular, and human level. Its scope includes biotechnology, synthetic biology, and enzyme engineering applied to nutrition and ag...

Identifiers

ISSN 0951-6433
eISSN 1872-8081

Publication Cost

OnlineOpen option available; authors at participating institutions may publish Open Access at no cost to them through Wiley agreements.

Publishing Timeline

4 days submission to first decision (median)
#39
D&
JIF 4.7
Q1
Open

Diabetes & Metabolism Journal is the official journal of the Korean Diabetes Association. It publishes content in diabetes and metabolism and provides current issues, ahead-of-print articles, archives, editorial policy information, and author services through...

Identifiers

ISSN 1262-3636
eISSN 1878-1780

Publication Cost

APC: USD 1,000 for original articles, uninvited reviews, and brief reports; USD 3,000 for industry-sponsored articles; invited reviews, editorials, and letters to the editor: no charge.

Publishing Timeline

An initial decision is typically made within 2 weeks of a reviewer agreeing to assess a manuscript. Revisions must be received within 2 months of the editorial board’s notification. Authors must respond to manuscript corrections within 2 working days.
#40
Ob

WILEY

JIF 4.7
Q1
Hybrid

Obesity is the official journal of The Obesity Society and publishes peer-reviewed research and cutting-edge reviews focused on increasing knowledge, fostering translational research from basic to population science, and promoting better treatment for people w...

Identifiers

ISSN 1930-7381
eISSN 1930-739X

Publication Cost

Immediate open access publication is available for a fee.

Publishing Timeline

4 days submission to first decision (median)
#41
OF
Obesity Facts

KARGER

JIF 4.7
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 1662-4025
eISSN 1662-4033
Profile coming soon
#42
RB
JIF 4.7
Q1
Open

Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology is an open access journal covering all aspects of reproductive science research in mammalian species. It welcomes submissions on topics including gametogenesis, fertilization, early embryonic development, embryo-uterus in...

Identifiers

eISSN 1477-7827

Publication Cost

Article processing charge (APC) applies for each manuscript.

Publishing Timeline

Submission to first decision (median): 5 days
#43
CO
Current Opinion In Lipidology

LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS

JIF 4.6
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 0957-9672
eISSN 1473-6535
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#44
EP
Endocrine Practice

ELSEVIER INC

JIF 4.6
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 1530-891X
eISSN 1934-2403
Profile coming soon
#45
EC
Endocrine-related Cancer

BIOSCIENTIFICA LTD

JIF 4.6
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 1351-0088
eISSN 1479-6821
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#46
FI
Frontiers In Endocrinology

FRONTIERS MEDIA SA

JIF 4.6
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 1664-2392
eISSN 1664-2392
Profile coming soon
#47
TA
Therapeutic Advances In Endocrinology And Metabolism

SAGE PUBLICATIONS LTD

JIF 4.6
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 2042-0188
eISSN 2042-0196
Profile coming soon
#48
WJ
World Journal Of Diabetes

BAISHIDENG PUBLISHING GROUP INC

JIF 4.6
Q1
Open

World Journal of Diabetes is a rigorously peer-reviewed open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original high-quality research findings in diabetes, including clinical, translational, and basic studies, as well as research involving artificial int...

Identifiers

eISSN 1948-9358

Publication Cost

Article Processing Charge information is provided separately for the journal intended for submission.

Publishing Timeline

Duration of peer review: 28 days mean; days from submission to first decision: 49 days mean; second decision time: 40 days mean; production time: 46 days mean; time to publication: 165 days mean.
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#49
NM
Nutrition Metabolism And Cardiovascular Diseases

ELSEVIER SCI LTD

JIF 3.7
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 0939-4753
eISSN 1590-3729
Profile coming soon
#50
SI
Stress-the International Journal On The Biology Of Stress

TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD

JIF 2.9
Q1

Identifiers

ISSN 1025-3890
eISSN 1607-8888
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