Herbal Medicines Journal

The Herbal Medicines Journal (HMJ) is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal committed to advancing research and innovation in herbal medicine and phytotherapy. Founded in 2016 and published quarterly by Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, HMJ provides a credible platform for the global exchange of knowledge among researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals.

The journal publishes high-quality original articles, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, short communications, and case reports in areas such as medicinal plant science, pharmacognosy, ethnopharmacology, natural product chemistry, and botanical drug development.

As an open-access journal, all published articles are freely and permanently available online, ensuring wide visibility and accessibility. HMJ adheres strictly to international ethical publishing standards, including COPE guidelines, and promotes transparency, integrity, and academic responsibility at every stage of the editorial and review process.

By fostering scientific excellence and dialogue, The Herbal Medicines Journal aspires to be a leading voice in shaping the evidence-based future of plant-derived therapeutics.