About the Journal

The Innovative Research Journal of Medicine (IRJM) is a biannual (published in June and December), open-access, double-blind peer-reviewed journal committed to advancing excellence in medical research, translational science, and clinical innovation. The journal provides a global platform for clinicians, physician-scientists, biomedical researchers, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to publish high-quality, evidence-based research that improves patient outcomes and advances modern medicine.

IRJM emphasizes the integration of laboratory discoveries with clinical practice, promoting research that bridges bench-to-bedside gaps and accelerates therapeutic innovation.

 

Mission Statement

The mission of IRJM is to promote rigorous, ethical, and impactful medical research that contributes to improved diagnostics, therapeutics, and healthcare delivery worldwide. The journal is dedicated to fostering multidisciplinary collaboration, supporting emerging researchers, and strengthening the global visibility of medical research contributions from developing regions, including Pakistan.

Through open access publishing and transparent peer review, IRJM aims to:

  • Advance translational and clinical research
    • Promote innovation in therapeutic development
    • Encourage precision and personalized medicine approaches
    • Support ethical and patient-centered medical research
    • Provide equal publication opportunities for early-career and established researchers

 

Scope of the Journal

IRJM publishes research across a broad spectrum of medical and biomedical disciplines, including but not limited to:

  • General and Internal Medicine
    • Translational Medicine
    • Drug Discovery and Drug Development
    • Biomarkers and Molecular Diagnostics
    • Personalized and Precision Medicine
    • Gene Therapy and Genomic Medicine
    • Immunotherapy and Targeted Therapies
    • Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research
    • Clinical Trials and Clinical Applications
    • Therapeutic Innovations and Novel Treatment Strategies
    • Multidisciplinary and Collaborative Medical Research
    • Digital Health and AI in Medicine
    • Public Health and Preventive Medicine
    • Oncology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, and other clinical specialties

The journal particularly encourages studies that demonstrate clinical applicability and measurable impact on patient care.

 

Manuscript Types Accepted

  • Original Research Articles
    • Review Articles and Systematic Reviews
    • Meta-Analyses
    • Short Communications
    • Case Reports and Case Series
    • Clinical Trial Reports
    • Editorials
  • Technical and Methodological Notes

 

Publication Charges

IRJM have no Article Processing Charges (APC) and is fully funded through collaborations, sponsorships, and personal contributions, ensuring free publication and free access for authors and readers worldwide.

 

Peer Review Policy

IRJM follows a strict double-blind peer-review process. Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two independent experts in the relevant medical field to ensure scientific rigor, originality, clinical relevance, and ethical compliance prior to publication.

 

Ethical Standards

The journal adheres to internationally recognized research and publication ethics guidelines, including:

  • ICMJE (International Committee of Medical Journal Editors)
    • COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics)
    • WAME (World Association of Medical Editors)
    • Declaration of Helsinki (for research involving human subjects)
    • DORA (Declaration on Research Assessment)

All studies involving human participants must include ethical approval details and informed consent where applicable.

 

Plagiarism and AI Policy

  • All submissions are screened using Turnitin plagiarism detection software.
    • The similarity index must not exceed 18%.
    • Any use of AI tools must be transparently disclosed and comply with COPE guidance on responsible AI usage in scholarly publishing.

 

Licensing and Copyright

All published articles are distributed under a Creative Commons CC BY-NC license:

  • BY – Proper credit must be given to the author(s).
    • NC – Use is restricted to non-commercial purposes.

Authors retain full copyright of their work while granting IRJM permission to publish.

 

Open Access Policy

IRJM provides immediate open access to all published content, supporting unrestricted knowledge dissemination and promoting global collaboration in medical research and clinical innovation.

 

Archiving and Indexing

All articles are digitally preserved through LOCKSS and CLOCKSS networks and hosted on the OJS/PKP platform to ensure secure, long-term access.

Authors are permitted to self-archive published manuscripts in institutional and subject repositories.

 

Abstracting and Indexing

The journal is indexed/abstracted in:

  • Google Scholar
    • Crossref
    • EuroPub
    • Index Copernicus
    • Directory of Research Journal Indexing (DRJI)
    • Research Bible
    • Advanced Sciences Index

 

Revenue Sources

  • Collaborative Support
    • Donations and Personal Contributions

 

Privacy Statement

Personal information submitted to IRJM will be used exclusively for journal operations and will not be shared with third parties.

 

Publishing Medium

Online only – IRJM is committed to sustainable and paperless publishing.

 

Editorial Office Contact

✉️ Email: [email protected]
Innovative Research Journals
2nd Floor, City Center Plaza
Kohat Development Authority (KDA)
Kohat (26000), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan