International Journal of Nutrition

International Journal of Nutrition

International Journal of Nutrition – Call For Papers

Open Access & Peer-Reviewed

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Call for Papers

Submit your nutrition research to a leading open access journal advancing dietary science worldwide

Now Accepting Submissions

International Journal of Nutrition welcomes original research, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses

in all areas of nutritional science and dietary interventions

About the Journal

The International Journal of Nutrition stands at the forefront of open access nutrition research, providing a premier platform for disseminating groundbreaking findings in dietary science, clinical nutrition, and public health nutrition. As a peer-reviewed, open access journal, we ensure your research reaches the global scientific community without barriers—advancing nutrition science and improving human health worldwide.

Our commitment to rigorous peer review, rapid publication, and wide dissemination makes IJN the ideal venue for nutrition researchers seeking maximum impact and visibility.

ISSN: 2379-7835

4–6 weeks
Average Review Time
42%
Acceptance Rate
12 days
Submission to Decision
2–3 weeks
Acceptance to Online
Research Areas & Topics

IJN publishes research across the full spectrum of nutrition science. We particularly welcome submissions in:

Clinical Nutrition

Medical nutrition therapy, nutrition interventions for disease management, clinical nutrition trials

Nutritional Biochemistry

Nutrient metabolism, nutrigenomics, molecular nutrition, biomarker studies

Public Health Nutrition

Dietary guidelines, nutrition policy, community nutrition programs, food security

Nutritional Epidemiology

Dietary assessment methods, nutrition-disease relationships, population nutrition studies

Pediatric & Geriatric Nutrition

Childhood nutrition, infant feeding, nutrition for healthy aging, sarcopenia

Sports Nutrition

Performance nutrition, exercise metabolism, nutritional ergogenic aids

Obesity & Metabolic Disease

Weight management, dietary interventions for diabetes/CVD, metabolic syndrome

Micronutrients & Supplements

Vitamin/mineral deficiency, supplementation studies, biofortification

Gut Microbiome & Nutrition

Diet-microbiome interactions, prebiotics, probiotics, fermented foods

Plant-Based Nutrition

Vegetarian/vegan diets, alternative proteins, plant-based dietary patterns

Food Science & Nutrition

Bioactive compounds, functional foods, food composition analysis

Nutrition Education

Behavior change interventions, nutrition literacy, dietary counseling

Manuscript Types Accepted

IJN welcomes diverse manuscript formats to accommodate various research outputs:

  • Original Research Articles: Full-length reports of completed nutrition studies (no word limit)
  • Systematic Reviews & Meta-Analyses: Evidence synthesis following PRISMA guidelines
  • Clinical Trials: Randomized controlled nutrition intervention trials (trial registration required)
  • Observational Studies: Cross-sectional, cohort, and case-control nutrition research
  • Methodology Papers: Novel dietary assessment tools, biomarker validation, statistical methods
  • Case Reports: Rare nutritional deficiencies, unique diet-disease interactions
  • Short Communications: Preliminary findings, pilot studies (max 2,000 words)
  • Review Articles: Comprehensive narrative reviews on nutrition topics
  • Perspectives & Commentaries: Expert opinions on emerging nutrition science
  • Letters to the Editor: Comments on published IJN articles
Why Publish in IJN?
Open Access Impact: All IJN articles are freely accessible worldwide immediately upon publication. Your nutrition research reaches clinicians, researchers, public health professionals, and policymakers without subscription barriers.

Key benefits of publishing in IJN:

  • Rapid Publication: Average 8–12 weeks from submission to online publication
  • Expert Peer Review: Rigorous single-blind review by nutrition specialists, with fully anonymized review available on request
  • Global Indexing: Articles indexed in Google Scholar and leading nutrition databases
  • Maximum Visibility: Open access format increases citations by 30–50% vs. subscription journals
  • Author-Friendly Copyright: You retain full copyright under CC BY 4.0 license
  • No Page Limits: Publish comprehensive datasets, extended tables, supplementary materials
  • Permanent DOI: CrossRef DOI assignment ensures persistent citability
  • Promotional Support: Social media promotion, press release assistance for high-impact studies
Submission Guidelines

Before submitting, ensure your manuscript includes:

  • Title page with all author information and affiliations
  • Structured abstract (250–300 words): Background, Methods, Results, Conclusions
  • 4–6 MeSH keywords for indexing
  • Main manuscript: Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusions
  • Tables, figures, and supplementary materials
  • References in Vancouver style
  • Ethics approval documentation (for human/animal studies)
  • Clinical trial registration number (for intervention studies)
  • Conflict of interest statement
  • Cover letter explaining study novelty and significance

Full formatting details: Instructions for Authors

How to Submit

Option 1: ManuscriptZone Portal (Recommended)

  1. Visit ManuscriptZone Submission Portal
  2. Register or log in with existing credentials
  3. Select "International Journal of Nutrition" as target journal
  4. Complete submission form and upload manuscript files
  5. Submit and receive instant acknowledgment

Option 2: Quick Submission Form

Use our streamlined quick submission form for simplified upload—ideal for expedited processing.

Article Processing Charges

IJN operates on an open access publishing model supported by Article Processing Charges (APCs):

  • Standard APC: $3,600 USD (charged only upon acceptance)
  • Student discount: 75% discount ($900 USD) with valid student ID
  • Editorial board discount: 30% discount for active editors/reviewers

Learn more: APC Details & Waiver Applications

Journal Information

ISSN: [Journal ISSN]
DOI Prefix: 10.14302
Editor-in-Chief: Dr. Christopher Ochner
Frequency: Continuous publication
Publisher: Open Access Pub

View published research: IJN Archives

Contact Editorial Office

Pre-submission inquiries, manuscript suitability questions, or editorial assistance:

Email: [email protected]

Subject: "[Pre-submission Inquiry] - [Brief Topic]"

Response time: Within 48 hours

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Last updated: January 2025