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The Herbal Medicines Journal is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access publication committed to advancing research in herbal medicine and phytotherapy. Established in 2016 and published quarterly by Lorestan University of Medical Sciences, the journal serves as a platform for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to disseminate their latest discoveries in medicinal plant sciences, pharmacognosy, ethnopharmacology, and related disciplines. Researchers and scholars are encouraged to review published articles, to submit original research manuscripts, and to engage with the broader scientific community in promoting excellence in herbal medicine research.
The journal welcomes high-quality, original contributions that advance the understanding and application of herbal medicine and related fields. We consider the following types of manuscripts for peer review and publication:
Comprehensive and well-structured studies that present novel experimental or clinical findings (clinical trials) related to herbal medicine, phytotherapy, pharmacognosy, ethnopharmacology, or related disciplines. Studies should be hypothesis-driven and include robust methodology and statistical analysis.
Critical and systematic reviews summarizing the current state of knowledge on specific topics within herbal medicine. Meta-analyses and scoping reviews are also welcome. Authors are encouraged to clearly define the scope, methodology, and implications of their review. Narrative Reviews should offer a broad overview and critical discussion of a topic based on the authors’ expertise and a synthesis of current knowledge, aiming to identify gaps and future
Brief reports of significant, original findings that are timely and of immediate interest to the field. These should include a concise introduction, methods, results, and discussion.
Well-documented and insightful case studies that highlight unusual or novel therapeutic uses of herbal medicine, unexpected side effects, or interactions. Each case report should include a clear rationale, detailed patient history, and discussion of clinical relevance.
Expert opinions, theoretical discussions, or commentaries on emerging trends, policies, or research challenges in herbal medicine. These pieces should stimulate debate or provide thought-provoking insights.
Short communications in response to previously published articles in the journal, or brief reports of new ideas, observations, or preliminary findings relevant to herbal medicine.
Descriptions of new techniques, methods, or instrumentation used in the study or analysis of herbal medicine and plant-based therapeutics.