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Advances in Nutrition
H-index 48

Advances in Nutrition

2156-5376

Published by: Oxford University Press

https://academic.oup.com/advances

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 355 173 185 41

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 299
Documents by Best Scientists*: 262
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 8
SCIMAGO H-index: 145
SCIMAGO SJR: 2.591
Impact Factor: 9.2

Overview

Top Research Topics at Advances in Nutrition?

Internal medicine, Environmental health, Obesity, Endocrinology and Disease are the subjects of interest in the journal. The studies in Internal medicine featured incorporate elements of Gastroenterology and Diabetes mellitus. While it focused on Environmental health, it was also able to explore topics like Psychological intervention, Systematic review, MEDLINE, Micronutrient and Public health.

The studies on Obesity discussed can also contribute to research in the domains of Body mass index, Food science and Gerontology. Many of the studies tackled connect Meta-analysis with a similar field of study like Prospective cohort study. Studies on Randomized controlled trial discussed in the journal link to the field of Observational study.

  • Internal medicine (19.22%)
  • Environmental health (17.75%)
  • Obesity (12.40%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • World Cancer Report 2014. Geneva, Switzerland: World Health Organization, International Agency for Research on Cancer, WHO Press, 2015 (1334 citations)
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. State Indicator Report on Physical Activity, 2014. Atlanta, GA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; 2014 (1110 citations)
  • Health Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables (873 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Advances in Nutrition:

Internal medicine, Endocrinology, Food science, Environmental health and Obesity are the main subjects of interest in the published papers. The journal publications explore issues in Food science which can be linked to other research areas like Biotechnology, Nutrient and Biochemistry. While the primary focus in the journal articles is Environmental health, they also dissect topics surrounding Public health and Sustainability as a whole.

What topics the last edition of the journal is best known for?

  • Internal medicine
  • Gene
  • Enzyme

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

Advances in Nutrition was organized to reinforce research efforts on Internal medicine, Meta-analysis, Environmental health, Randomized controlled trial and Obesity. In it, Gastroenterology and Diabetes mellitus, Endocrinology are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Internal medicine research. The subject of Prospective cohort study, which is connected to the field of Cohort study, Relative risk and Cancer, serves as the foundation of the Meta-analysis research featured in Advances in Nutrition.

The tackled Environmental health research is interrelated with Psychological intervention which concerns subjects like Health care. The presented research on Randomized controlled trial deals specifically with MEDLINE but it also addresses topics in Bioinformatics. The study of Disease and how it intertwines with concepts under Microbiome were explored in the presented Obesity research.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • Association of Vitamin D Status with SARS-CoV-2 Infection or COVID-19 Severity: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. (22 citations)
  • Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and Nutritional Status: The Missing Link? (21 citations)
  • Intake of Sugar-Sweetened and Low-Calorie Sweetened Beverages and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review (15 citations)

Papers citation over time

A key indicator for each journal is its effectiveness in reaching other researchers with the papers published at that venue.

The chart below presents the interquartile range (first quartile 25%, median 50% and third quartile 75%) of the number of citations of articles over time.

The top authors publishing in Advances in Nutrition (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Shelley McGuire (32 papers) absent at the last edition,
  • Johanna T. Dwyer (14 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Penny M. Kris-Etherton (14 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 2 more than at the previous edition,
  • Angel Gil (13 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition,
  • Lindsay H. Allen (12 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top authors publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top authors.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Advances in Nutrition (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Tufts University (74 papers) published 16 papers at the last edition, 11 more than at the previous edition,
  • University of California, Davis (50 papers) published 7 papers at the last edition, 5 more than at the previous edition,
  • Harvard University (41 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • National Institutes of Health (38 papers) published 5 papers at the last edition, 3 more than at the previous edition,
  • Washington State University (35 papers) absent at the last edition.

The overall trend for top affiliations publishing in this journal is outlined below. The chart shows the number of publications at each edition of the journal for top affiliations.

Publication chance based on affiliation

The publication chance index shows the ratio of articles published by the best research institutions in the journal edition to all articles published within that journal. The best research institutions were selected based on the largest number of articles published during all editions of the journal.

The chart below presents the percentage ratio of articles from top institutions (based on their ranking of total papers).Top affiliations were grouped by their rank into the following tiers: top 1-10, top 11-20, top 21-50, and top 51+. Only articles with a recognized affiliation are considered.

During the most recent 2021 edition, 2.45% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 25.13% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 12.06% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 15.58% of all publications and 47.24% were from other institutions.

Returning Authors Index

A very common phenomenon observed among researchers publishing scientific articles is the intentional selection of journals they have already attended in the past. In particular, it is worth analyzing the case when the authors participate in the same journal from year to year.

The Returning Authors Index presented below illustrates the ratio of authors who participated in both a given as well as the previous edition of the journal in relation to all participants in a given year.

Returning Institution Index

The graph below shows the Returning Institution Index, illustrating the ratio of institutions that participated in both a given and the previous edition of the conference in relation to all affiliations present in a given year.

The experience to innovation index

Our experience to innovation index was created to show a cross-section of the experience level of authors publishing in a journal. The index includes the authors publishing at the last edition of a journal, grouped by total number of publications throughout their academic career (P) and the total number of citations of these publications ever received (C).

The group intervals were selected empirically to best show the diversity of the authors' experiences, their labels were selected as a convenience, not as judgment. The authors were divided into the following groups:

  • Novice - P < 5 or C < 25 (the number of publications less than 5 or the number of citations less than 25),
  • Competent - P < 10 or C < 100 (the number of publications less than 10 or the number of citations less than 100),
  • Experienced - P < 25 or C < 625 (the number of publications less than 25 or the number of citations less than 625),
  • Master - P < 50 or C < 2500 (the number of publications less than 50 or the number of citations less than 2500),
  • Star - P ≥ 50 and C ≥ 2500 (both the number of publications greater than 50 and the number of citations greater than 2500).

The chart below illustrates experience levels of first authors in cases of publications with multiple authors.

Career Opportunities and Further Education in Nutrition

After gaining a robust knowledge in nutrition via research or study, many individuals often ask, "What next?" The reality is that the realm of nutrition offers diverse career prospects, as well as opportunities for further education. Professions in this field range from dietitians and nutritionists, to food service managers, and health educators. For those interested in expanding their knowledge and qualifications, nurse practitioner programs often offer specializations in nutrition. Obtaining a Nurse Practitioner degree with a focus in nutrition can open doors to advanced roles like clinical nurse leaders or nurse educators. It's crucial to find a suitable program that will equip you with the right skills and knowledge. For instance, the nurse practitioner programs in Virginia offer comprehensive curriculums designed to prepare students for careers in nutrition-related medical fields. Continuing education in nutrition doesn't only enhance your career opportunities, but it also positions you to make significant contributions to public health. Whether it's through leading public health initiatives, contributing to nutrition research, or implementing nutrition policies, the possibilities in this field are boundless.

Top Publications

  • Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) Diet and Blood Pressure Reduction in Adults with and without Hypertension: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

    (2020)
    482 Citations
  • Mechanisms of Action of trans Fatty Acids.

    Antwi Boasiako Oteng;Sander Kersten

    (2020)
    220 Citations
  • Diet and the Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis: Sowing the Seeds of Good Mental Health.

    Kirsten Berding;Klara Vlckova;Wolfgang Marx;Harriet Schellekens

    (2021)
    204 Citations
  • A Systematic Review of Salt Reduction Initiatives Around the World: A Midterm Evaluation of Progress Towards the 2025 Global Non-Communicable Diseases Salt Reduction Target

    Joseph Alvin Santos;Dejen Tekle;Emalie Rosewarne;Nadia Flexner;Nadia Flexner

    (2021)
    166 Citations
  • A Systematic Review of the Sources of Dietary Salt Around the World.

    Saiuj Bhat;Matti Marklund;Matti Marklund;Megan E Henry;Lawrence J Appel

    (2020)
    147 Citations
  • The Dietary Inflammatory Index and Human Health: An Umbrella Review of Meta-Analyses of Observational Studies

    Wolfgang Marx;Nicola Veronese;Jaimon T Kelly;Lee Smith

    (2021)
    138 Citations
  • Perspective: Proposed Harmonized Nutrient Reference Values for Populations.

    Lindsay H Allen;Alicia L Carriquiry;Suzanne P Murphy

    (2020)
    123 Citations
  • Impact of α-Linolenic Acid, the Vegetable ω-3 Fatty Acid, on Cardiovascular Disease and Cognition

    (2022)
    117 Citations
  • Impact of Nationwide Lockdowns Resulting from the First Wave of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Food Intake, Eating Behaviors, and Diet Quality: A Systematic Review

    (2021)
    104 Citations
  • Retinol, Retinoic Acid, and Retinol-Binding Protein 4 are Differentially Associated with Cardiovascular Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and Obesity: An Overview of Human Studies.

    Thomas Olsen;Rune Blomhoff;Rune Blomhoff

    (2020)
    92 Citations

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