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Cancer Cell International
H-index 38

Cancer Cell International

1475-2867

Published by: Springer

https://cancerci.biomedcentral.com/

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 698 55 91 29

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 329
Documents by Best Scientists*: 390
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 11
SCIMAGO H-index: 90
SCIMAGO SJR: 1.5
Impact Factor: 6

Overview

Top Research Topics at Cancer Cell International?

Cancer Cell International primarily tackles Cancer research, Cell growth, Cancer, Apoptosis and Internal medicine. While Cancer research is the focus of Cancer Cell International, it also provided insights into the studies of Cell culture, Gene knockdown, Carcinogenesis, microRNA and Metastasis. The research on Cell culture discussed in Cancer Cell International draws on the closely related field of Molecular biology.

Most of the microRNA studies addressed also intersect with Competing endogenous RNA. The studies in Cell growth featured incorporate elements of Cell migration, Cell, Cell cycle, Downregulation and upregulation and Gene silencing. The journal focuses on Cancer but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Gene, Bioinformatics and Pathology.

The concepts on Apoptosis presented in the journal can also apply to other research fields, including Flow cytometry, In vivo and Cell biology. The study on Internal medicine presented in the journal intersects with the topics under Oncology. In it, Stage (cooking) and Survival analysis are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Oncology research.

  • Cancer research (62.10%)
  • Cell growth (23.65%)
  • Cancer (20.14%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Acidic extracellular microenvironment and cancer (740 citations)
  • ABC transporters as multidrug resistance mechanisms and the development of chemosensitizers for their reversal. (337 citations)
  • MicroRNA (miRNA) in cancer (301 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Cancer Cell International:

The journal publications focus on Cancer research, Apoptosis, Cancer, Cell growth and Bioinformatics. The published papers facilitate discussions on Cancer research that incorporate concepts from other fields like Cancer cell, Immunology, Pathology, microRNA and Metastasis. The published papers focus on Apoptosis but the discussions also offer insight into other areas such as Cell culture, Molecular biology and Pharmacology.

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

  • Gene
  • Cancer
  • Enzyme

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The aim of the journal is to expand the discussion of research in Cancer research, Cancer, Cell growth, Gene knockdown and Internal medicine. Topics in Cancer research explored in it were investigated in conjunction with research in Cell, Carcinogenesis, Apoptosis, Downregulation and upregulation and Metastasis. It tackles studies in In vivo and the interrelated subject of In vitro to gain insights into Apoptosis.

The subject of Gene, which is connected to the field of Computational biology, serves as the foundation of the Cancer research featured in it. The featured Cell growth studies mainly concentrate on microRNA but also cover areas of interest in Competing endogenous RNA and RNA. Gene knockdown research presented in it encompasses a variety of subjects, including Western blot and Transfection.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • The role of hypoxia in the tumor microenvironment and development of cancer stem cell: a novel approach to developing treatment. (20 citations)
  • Anti-tumor activity of resveratrol against gastric cancer: a review of recent advances with an emphasis on molecular pathways. (12 citations)
  • Identification the ferroptosis-related gene signature in patients with esophageal adenocarcinoma (10 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 Cancer Cell International (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Yangqiu Li (13 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition,
  • Gang Chen (10 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Xue Qin (8 papers) published 1 paper at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Zatollah Asemi (8 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition,
  • Javad Sharifi-Rad (8 papers) published 6 papers at the last edition, 4 more than at the previous 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 Cancer Cell International (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Nanjing Medical University (123 papers) published 34 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Zhengzhou University (112 papers) published 28 papers at the last edition, 12 less than at the previous edition,
  • Shanghai Jiao Tong University (90 papers) published 27 papers at the last edition, 9 more than at the previous edition,
  • Fudan University (88 papers) published 27 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • China Medical University (PRC) (84 papers) published 22 papers at the last edition, 6 less than at the previous 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, 4.47% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 38.40% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 16.96% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 24.17% of all publications and 20.47% 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.

Cancer Research Career Opportunities and Licensing

While scientific discovery is at the heart of Cancer Cell International, it's also crucial to remember the people behind the research. The individuals working tirelessly in labs and research institutes to understand the complexities of Cancer, Cell growth, Apoptosis and more. For those considering a career in this groundbreaking field, understanding licensure requirements is essential, particularly for positions that involve direct patient care or testing.

For instance, pursuing a nursing career in cancer research often involves obtaining specific licensure based on state requirements. In New York, you can learn more about these guidelines through the new york nursing license requirements. Understanding these requirements is key to a successful career in the field of Cancer research.

Beyond licensure, potential cancer researchers should also consider the various specializations within the field. From studying microRNA to exploring the intricacies of Metastasis, there are numerous fascinating topics to explore. As noted in the research presented by Cancer Cell International, there are ample opportunities to contribute to the growing body of knowledge about Cancer, Cell Growth and other associated topics.

Whether a seasoned professional or a recent graduate just starting, there are numerous ways you can contribute to Cancer research. Remember, every discovery, every advancement, begins with curious minds driven by a desire to understand and improve the world around us.

Top Publications

  • Anticancer potential of alkaloids: a key emphasis to colchicine, vinblastine, vincristine, vindesine, vinorelbine and vincamine

    (2022)
    389 Citations
  • p53 signaling in cancer progression and therapy

    (2021)
    339 Citations
  • Chitosan nanoparticles as a promising tool in nanomedicine with particular emphasis on oncological treatment.

    Javad Sharifi-Rad;Cristina Quispe;Monica Butnariu;Lia Sanda Rotariu

    (2021)
    216 Citations
  • Recent advances and limitations of mTOR inhibitors in the treatment of cancer

    (2022)
    147 Citations
  • Potential mechanisms of quercetin in cancer prevention: focus on cellular and molecular targets

    (2022)
    145 Citations
  • Clinical applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in cancer diagnosis: looking into the future.

    Muhammad Javed Iqbal;Zeeshan Javed;Haleema Sadia;Ijaz A. Qureshi

    (2021)
    136 Citations
  • Myricetin: targeting signaling networks in cancer and its implication in chemotherapy

    (2022)
    103 Citations
  • The heterogeneous clinical and pathological landscapes of metastatic Braf-mutated colorectal cancer.

    Giuseppe Nicolò Fanelli;Carlo Alberto Dal Pozzo;Ilaria Depetris;Marta Schirripa

    (2020)
    79 Citations
  • Anti-tumor activity of resveratrol against gastric cancer: a review of recent advances with an emphasis on molecular pathways.

    Milad Ashrafizadeh;Hossein Rafiei;Reza Mohammadinejad;Tahereh Farkhondeh

    (2021)
    61 Citations
  • Apigenin role as cell-signaling pathways modulator: implications in cancer prevention and treatment.

    Zeeshan Javed;Haleema Sadia;Muhammad Javed Iqbal;Shazia Shamas

    (2021)
    59 Citations

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