About the Journal of Clinical Research in HIV AIDS and Prevention
Advancing evidence-based knowledge in HIV/AIDS epidemiology, clinical management, prevention strategies, and public health interventions through rigorous peer-reviewed research.
JCRHAP's mission is to promote innovative clinical research and evidence-based practices that improve HIV prevention, diagnosis, treatment adherence, and long-term care outcomes. We publish original investigations, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case reports, clinical perspectives, and policy analyses that address critical gaps in HIV/AIDS science and practice.
Our scope encompasses the full continuum of HIV research, from molecular virology and immunology to health systems strengthening and community-based interventions. By integrating biomedical, behavioral, and structural perspectives, JCRHAP supports holistic approaches to HIV prevention and care that recognize the complex interplay of biological, social, economic, and policy factors.
HIV transmission dynamics, risk factor analysis, incidence and prevalence studies, prevention program evaluation, and population-level intervention research.
Treatment protocols, antiretroviral therapy optimization, adherence strategies, drug resistance monitoring, and clinical outcomes research.
Novel diagnostic techniques, early detection methods, viral load monitoring, CD4 count assessment, and point-of-care testing innovations.
HIV pathogenesis, immune response mechanisms, viral evolution, latency research, and cure-related investigations.
HIV-associated conditions, tuberculosis coinfection, hepatitis coinfection, cardiovascular complications, and multimorbidity management.
Antiretroviral drug research, vaccine candidates, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), and pharmacological innovations.
Health systems interventions, policy analysis, health economics, program implementation, and community engagement strategies.
Stigma reduction, health equity, cultural factors, mental health integration, substance use, and social support systems.
JCRHAP's editorial board comprises internationally recognized experts in HIV/AIDS research, clinical infectious disease, epidemiology, public health, virology, immunology, and health policy. This diverse expertise ensures that manuscripts receive rigorous, informed evaluation across the breadth of HIV-related disciplines.
Our peer review process emphasizes scientific validity, methodological rigor, ethical compliance, and translational relevance. Reviewers assess study design appropriateness, statistical analysis quality, data interpretation accuracy, and the clarity with which findings are presented. Manuscripts involving human subjects must demonstrate institutional review board (IRB) approval, informed consent documentation, and adherence to ethical principles outlined in the Declaration of Helsinki.
- Single-blind peer review with option for double-blind review upon author request
- Expert assessment of research design, statistical methods, and clinical significance
- Ethical compliance verification including IRB approval and conflict of interest disclosure
- Constructive feedback aimed at strengthening manuscript quality and impact
- Transparent editorial decision-making with detailed revision guidance
- Plagiarism screening via iThenticate to ensure originality
JCRHAP welcomes submissions from researchers worldwide investigating any aspect of HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, or care. Manuscripts must be original, not under consideration elsewhere, and written in clear, professional English. Authors should adhere to internationally recognized reporting guidelines (e.g., CONSORT for trials, STROBE for observational studies) to enhance transparency and reproducibility.
Detailed formatting requirements, ethical documentation, and structural guidelines are available in our Instructions for Authors. For language assistance, authors may utilize JCRHAP's language editing service to ensure manuscripts meet publication standards.
- Online Portal: Submit via the online submission form for streamlined processing.
- Email Submission: Send manuscripts directly to [email protected].
Authors receive acknowledgment within 72 hours and regular updates throughout the editorial process, from initial review to final publication.
JCRHAP operates under an open access model, ensuring that published research is freely accessible to readers worldwide without subscription barriers. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license, allowing unrestricted use, distribution, and adaptation with proper attribution.
This model accelerates knowledge dissemination to clinicians, public health practitioners, policymakers, and communities affected by HIV/AIDS, facilitating rapid translation of evidence into practice and policy. Articles are permanently archived and indexed across major academic databases, enhancing discoverability and citation potential.
JCRHAP is an independent, non-profit journal that relies on article processing charges (APCs) to support peer review, editorial operations, production quality control, and digital preservation. APCs are only due upon manuscript acceptance. Detailed information on fees, institutional discounts, and waiver eligibility is available on our APC page.
JCRHAP articles are indexed and abstracted across a comprehensive network of academic databases, institutional repositories, and discovery platforms. This multi-layered indexing strategy ensures maximum visibility among researchers, healthcare professionals, and policymakers working in HIV/AIDS and related fields.
- Citation Databases: Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, Crossref, ResearchGate, Academia.edu
- Subject Repositories: PubMed Central (for eligible articles), Scilit, CiteFactor, SciSpace, IP Indexing
- Quality Metrics: Cosmos Impact Factor, SJIF (Scientific Journal Impact Factor)
- Library Systems: Integrated into university library catalogs and institutional repositories globally
- Open Access Aggregators: Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) submissions in progress, Open Policy Finder
Authors benefit from permanent digital object identifiers (DOIs), search engine optimization, social media amplification, and integration into specialized HIV/AIDS research collections. JCRHAP also supports authors with guidance on data sharing, preprint deposition, and supplementary material hosting to maximize research transparency and reuse.
"Working with JCRHAP was a pleasure. The services from manuscript submission through peer review, galley proof preparation, and final publication were well-coordinated. The evaluation process was thorough, and communication was clear at every stage. I wish the journal continued success."
Bechan Sharma
University of Allahabad, India | Published Research
"My experience with Open Access Pub was very positive. The manuscript review was thorough, and I appreciated the attention to detail throughout the editorial process. I would recommend submitting manuscripts to journals in this portfolio."
Patricia Doyle-Baker
University of Calgary, Canada | Published Research
JCRHAP welcomes proposals for thematic special issues that address emerging topics, regional priorities, or interdisciplinary challenges in HIV/AIDS research. Guest editors are invited to submit proposals through our special issue proposal portal or contribute to active calls via the special issue submission page.
Special issues provide focused platforms for disseminating coordinated research efforts, conference proceedings, or comprehensive examinations of high-priority topics such as HIV prevention in key populations, antiretroviral treatment innovations, or implementation science in resource-limited settings.
Contribute to the Global Fight Against HIV/AIDS
Whether your research focuses on clinical trials, epidemiological surveillance, prevention program evaluation, or policy analysis, JCRHAP provides a trusted platform for disseminating your findings to a global audience committed to ending the AIDS epidemic.
