About the Journal

Scope of the Journal

The scope of Traditional Medicine Communications includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

  • Clinical research and pharmacology: Randomized, controlled, observational, and real-world studies on traditional medicine interventions.

  • Phytotherapy and herbal medicine: Studies on whole herbs, extracts, polyherbal formulations, and standardized traditional preparations.

  • Ethnopharmacology and ethnobotany: Documentation and experimental validation of indigenous knowledge, practices, and biodiversity use.

  • Traditional medical systems: Research on Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, Kampo, Unani, Siddha, Tibetan medicine, and other regional systems.

  • Mind-body and integrative practices: Acupuncture, moxibustion, massage, yoga, tai chi, meditation, and related modalities.

  • Mechanistic and pharmacological studies: Investigations into bioactive principles, pharmacokinetics, toxicology, and interactions with modern drugs.

  • Chronic and lifestyle diseases: Applications in cancer, metabolic disorders, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, neurological, and age-associated conditions.

  • Public health and preventive medicine: Roles of traditional medicine in health promotion, disease prevention, and community health.

  • Safety, quality, and standardization: Development of quality control methods, regulatory frameworks, and safety assessment for traditional medicine products.

  • Health policy and regulation: Comparative studies on national and international regulatory policies, harmonization of guidelines, and integration into health systems.

  • Reviews and perspectives: Critical reviews, meta-analyses, and expert viewpoints highlighting emerging trends and challenges in traditional medicine research and practice

Open Access Policy
The Traditional Medicine Communications operates under an open-access publishing model. Articles published under open access are freely accessible to readers worldwide, allowing immediate, unrestricted access to the content, thus promoting broader dissemination and enhanced visibility of published research. Authors retain copyright of their work under a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license, allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided proper credit is given.

Copyright and Licensing
Authors submitting to the Traditional Medicine Communications agree to publish their work under a CC BY 4.0 License, which permits readers to copy, distribute, and adapt the content with appropriate attribution. Copyright remains with the authors, ensuring that their work remains accessible and reusable for the advancement of Traditional Medicine research.

Archiving and Digital Preservation
To guarantee the long-term preservation of published research, the Traditional Medicine Communications participates in the LOCKSS and CLOCKSS archival systems. These initiatives ensure that journal content remains accessible even in the event of a technical failure or publisher discontinuation.

Sponsorship and Funding Disclosure
The Traditional Medicine Communications is supported by contributions from academic institutions, industry partners, and professional organizations in the field of Traditional Medicine. Any potential conflicts of interest or external sponsorships are transparently disclosed in each published article. The journal maintains editorial independence, ensuring that funding sources do not influence editorial decisions.

Privacy Statement
The Traditional Medicine Communications respects the privacy of authors, reviewers, and readers. Any personal information collected during the submission and review process is used solely for editorial purposes and is not shared with third parties. Our privacy policy adheres to international standards, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.

Peer Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer review process to ensure the highest standards of scientific integrity. Reviewers are selected based on their expertise in Traditional Medicine and related disciplines, and authors receive constructive feedback to improve the quality of their submissions.

For more information or to submit a manuscript, visit our official journal website.