Call for Papers
Publish sleep science that advances mechanisms, diagnostics, and clinical care.
Journal at a Glance
ISSN: 2574-4518
DOI Prefix: 10.14302/issn.2574-4518
License: CC BY 4.0
Peer reviewed open access journal
Scope Alignment
Sleep physiology, circadian biology, insomnia, sleep apnea, parasomnias, hypersomnias, behavioral sleep medicine, and sleep health across the lifespan. We prioritize clinically relevant findings.
Publishing Model
Open access, single blind peer review, and rapid publication after acceptance and production checks. Metadata validation and DOI registration are included.
Journal of Sleep And Sleep Disorder Research invites high quality submissions that advance sleep science, circadian biology, and clinical sleep medicine. We welcome original research, reviews, and methodological advances that improve diagnosis, treatment, or understanding of sleep disorders.
Our editorial focus prioritizes reproducible methods, transparent reporting, and clinically relevant insights for sleep health across the lifespan.
- Sleep physiology and neurobiology
- Insomnia, hypersomnia, and circadian rhythm disorders
- Obstructive and central sleep apnea
- Parasomnias and REM sleep behavior disorder
- Sleep in pediatric and geriatric populations
- Behavioral and cognitive sleep interventions
- Wearable sleep technologies and digital health
- Sleep and cardiometabolic outcomes
- Chronotherapy and light based interventions
- Sleep epidemiology and public health
Original Research
Clinical or laboratory studies with validated sleep outcomes.
Systematic Reviews
Evidence syntheses that clarify sleep mechanisms or therapies.
Methods and Tools
Novel scoring, monitoring, or analytic workflows with benchmarking.
- Data resource papers with sleep datasets
- Short communications reporting high impact findings
- Clinical informatics briefs or real world evidence analyses
- Perspectives on emerging sleep science challenges
Successful submissions present a clear research question, robust study design, and transparent scoring criteria. We value studies that demonstrate reproducibility and clinical relevance for sleep disorders and sleep health.
Authors should explain novelty, document measurement protocols, and connect findings to physiological or clinical outcomes.
- Clear sleep measurement protocols and scoring criteria
- Validation against independent cohorts or benchmarks
- Transparent model evaluation metrics and limitations
- Interpretation that links sleep metrics to outcomes
Open Access Visibility
Research is accessible to clinicians, researchers, and policy teams worldwide.
Single Blind Peer Review
Expert reviewers evaluate rigor with editorial oversight.
Metadata and DOI Support
Structured metadata improves discoverability and citation tracking.
Editorial Guidance
Actionable feedback strengthens reporting quality.
Submissions undergo editorial screening for scope fit, study design quality, and data transparency. Qualified manuscripts move to single blind peer review with subject matter experts.
| Stage | Typical Timing | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Screening | 1 to 2 weeks | Scope fit and compliance checks |
| Peer Review | 3 to 6 weeks | Methodology rigor and impact |
| Revision | 2 to 4 weeks | Author responses and refinements |
| Production | 2 to 3 weeks | Copyediting, proofs, DOI registration |
JSDR operates under an open access model to ensure sleep research is discoverable and reusable. APCs are applied after acceptance and support peer review, production, and archiving services.
Membership options and affordable APC waivers are available for eligible authors. Contact the editorial office at [email protected] for guidance.
- Scope fit confirmed for sleep science
- Data availability statement included
- Validation metrics reported
- Sleep scoring methods documented
- Cover letter explains novelty and impact
Do you accept clinical sleep studies?
Yes. Clinical or translational studies are welcome when methods are clear.
Are wearable sleep studies appropriate?
Yes. We welcome validated wearable and digital health studies.
Can I submit a preprint?
Yes. Disclose preprints in the cover letter and cite them appropriately.
How do I propose a special issue?
Send a proposal outline to [email protected] for review.
JSDR is committed to rigorous, transparent publishing in sleep science and sleep disorder research. We emphasize reproducible methods, clear clinical reporting, and ethical compliance across all article types.
The editorial office supports authors, editors, and reviewers with clear guidance and responsive communication. For questions about scope or workflow, contact [email protected].
We encourage continuous improvement in reporting practices and share updates that help the community maintain high standards in sleep research and clinical sleep medicine.
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