The Journal of Alcohol is a peer-reviewed, open access publication dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge about alcohol use, alcohol-related disorders, addiction mechanisms, prevention strategies, and treatment outcomes. We publish original research articles, systematic reviews, clinical case studies, epidemiological analyses, and policy research from investigators across medicine, pharmacology, psychology, neuroscience, public health, and social sciences.

Our editorial board comprises leading experts in alcohol research and addiction medicine who maintain the highest standards of scholarly excellence. The journal provides a platform for evidence-based findings that inform clinical practice, guide public policy, and ultimately improve health outcomes for individuals and communities affected by alcohol use disorders. Membership funds support editorial operations, peer review coordination, professional production, archiving, and author assistance throughout the publication process.

By becoming a member, you join an international network of scientists, clinicians, and public health leaders working together to reduce the burden of alcohol-related harm. Your membership directly supports the infrastructure that makes high-quality, accessible research publishing possible and ensures that critical findings reach the practitioners and policymakers who can translate them into action.

We maintain rigorous ethical and methodological standards for all submissions. Authors are expected to provide clear institutional ethics approvals, informed consent documentation, transparent conflict of interest disclosures, and data availability statements. We encourage adherence to established reporting guidelines including CONSORT for randomized controlled trials, PRISMA for systematic reviews and meta-analyses, STROBE for observational studies, and CARE for case reports. Membership provides editorial guidance on compliance requirements including registration of clinical trials in recognized registries, transparent reporting of funding sources, and proper attribution of all contributors to the research. These standards ensure that your published work meets the highest expectations of the scientific community. Membership status never influences editorial or peer review decisions; all manuscripts undergo identical evaluation regardless of author affiliation.

Publishing alcohol research should advance science, not create financial stress. Our membership program directly addresses the core challenges researchers face when trying to share their work with the global community.

Select the membership tier that matches your publishing needs and career stage. Whether you are an independent researcher seeking to reduce publication costs, a graduate student building your scholarly portfolio, a department chair managing multiple faculty publications, or a pharmaceutical or clinical research organization sharing clinical trial results, our flexible membership options deliver meaningful savings while connecting you with dedicated editorial support throughout the publication lifecycle. All tiers include compliance guidance, responsive author services, and formal recognition of your commitment to advancing alcohol research.

Email [email protected] to start your membership application. Our team responds within 48 hours with next steps.

• Membership benefits apply during the active term and do not roll over unless specified in writing.
• Early renewal before expiration qualifies for a 20% discount on renewal fees.
• APC relief applies after peer review and formal acceptance, not upon submission.
• Membership does not guarantee acceptance; all manuscripts undergo standard review.