The shift to online publishing and promoting innovation in the Hong Kong Journal of Radiology

Hong Kong J Radiol 2024 Mar;27(1):e4 | Epub 23 February 2024

 

 

Editor-in-Chief, Hong Kong Journal of Radiology

 

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To support a greener future and embrace digital advances, the Hong Kong Journal of Radiology (HKJR) will switch to an online-only format this year. We will continue to publish four issues annually, on a quarterly basis. Articles will be available on our website as soon as they are ready, before they are collated in an issue. This will enable readers to access the most up-to-date research and insights in a timely manner. Articles will be featured separately as well as in an issue that will be accessible with just one click.

 

Last year, for the first time, our journal achieved a journal impact factor of 0.2 (Clarivate, 2023). My sincere thanks to the dedication and tireless efforts of our esteemed editorial board members, reviewers, editorial office staff, and everyone else involved for their valuable contributions and unwavering support. Our open access publishing option increases accessibility to research, potentially attracting more authors and readers to our journal. In addition, we have been striving to publish high-quality research articles, case studies, and reviews that address current and emerging trends in radiology.

 

Our robust peer review process encourages timely and constructive feedback from reviewers to ensure publication of the highest quality accurate and relevant research. Looking forward, we will explore the use of digital platforms to expand the reach of the journal. Apart from the existing user-friendly website with enhanced search functions, our articles can be promoted via social media channels with multimedia content such as video summaries to engage a broader audience.

 

We invite researchers, clinicians, and scholars to contribute their valuable insights to our journal. The HKJR is dedicated to showcasing the most recent advances, interesting cases, novel techniques, and opinions on a specific topic or issue. Popular topics include emerging trends in clinical oncology and the application of artificial intelligence in clinical practice. Submission guidelines and instructions are featured on our journal’s website. We look forward to receiving your valuable contributions. Together we can advance the frontiers of radiological knowledge and improve patient care through innovative research and expertise.