Scope

JoVE Behavior publishes observational and experimental techniques to understand human and/or animal behavior. This section includes methods for analysis of the genetic causes and physiological responses to internal and external stimuli, as well as examining implicated brain regions.

Specific topics included in this section are as follows:

  • Cognitive neuroscience
  • Cognition (attention, reasoning, decision making)
  • Virtual reality and perception
  • Sexual and motivational behaviors
  • Social awareness and interactions
  • Learning and memory
  • Sleep and circadian rhythms
  • Linguistics
  • Addiction
  • Emotion
  • Control of movement
  • Consciousness

If your research falls within this scope, and you would like to contact an editor about publishing, please email submissions@jove.com.

JoVE Biochemistry publishes methods that advance understanding of the structure and function of biomolecules (such as proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and metabolites), as well as their interactions and transformations during biological processes.

Specific topics included in this section are as follows:

  • Biomolecule structure and function
  • Cellular metabolism
  • Lipid and membrane biochemistry
  • Protein-protein and protein-nucleic acid interactions
  • Protein folding, modification, and enzymology
  • Bioseparation and purification

If your research falls within this scope, and you would like to contact an editor about publishing, please email submissions@jove.com.

JoVE Bioengineering publishes methods and techniques that merge physical and life sciences to understand basic biological processes and functions. This section also features physical science tools and approaches for improving the measurement, diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Specific topics included in this section are as follows:

  • Tissue engineering
  • Biosensors
  • Bio-imaging techniques and equipment
  • Cell topography
  • Therapeutic materials
  • High throughput analysis
  • Microfluidics
  • Synthetic substrates and materials for bio-applications
  • Robotic therapeutics

If your research falls within this scope, and you would like to contact an editor about publishing, please email submissions@jove.com.