Food and Chemical Toxicology

Top Research Topics at Food and Chemical Toxicology?

The scientific interests tackled in Food and Chemical Toxicology are Biochemistry, Toxicity, Internal medicine, Endocrinology and Pharmacology. Many of the studies tackled connect Biochemistry with a similar field of study like Food science. Oral administration, Dose–response relationship, Carcinogen, Toxicology and Physiology are some topics wherein Toxicity research discussed in the journal have an impact.

The majority of Internal medicine studies in the journal are focused on the subject of Kidney. While Pharmacology is the focus of it, it also provided insights into the studies of In vivo and Genotoxicity. It connects the study in In vivo with the closely related area of In vitro.

Food and Chemical Toxicology features Genotoxicity research that overlaps with concepts in Micronucleus test. Food and Chemical Toxicology addresses concerns in Oxidative stress which are intertwined with other disciplines, such as Apoptosis and Reactive oxygen species. In particular, the Antioxidant works presented emphasize discussions on DPPH.

• Biochemistry (20.99%)
• Toxicity (18.80%)
• Internal medicine (17.87%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

• Biological effects of essential oils - A review (4373 citations)
• Review of the biology of quercetin and related bioflavonoids (1430 citations)
• Review of the biological properties and toxicity of bee propolis (propolis) (1203 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Food and Chemical Toxicology:

The main points discussed in the published articles deal with Biochemistry, Antioxidant, Toxicity, Pharmacology and Internal medicine. The most cited articles address concerns in the field of Toxicity by exploring it in line with topics in Toxicology which intersect with Risk assessment subjects. Most of the works presented in the published articles deal with Internal medicine but they intersect with the subject of Endocrinology.

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

• Internal medicine
• Enzyme
• Biochemistry

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The topics of CAS Registry Number, Fragrance ingredient, Pharmacology, Toxicity and Oxidative stress are the focal point of discussions in the journal. In Food and Chemical Toxicology, Dermatology, Traditional medicine and Medical emergency are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in CAS Registry Number research. The studies in Pharmacology featured incorporate elements of In vivo and Genotoxicity.

The work on Toxicity presented in the journal focuses on Reproductive toxicity in particular. The journal primarily tackles the study of Oxidative stress which is a key aspect in the fields of Endocrinology and Internal medicine. Apoptosis research presented in Food and Chemical Toxicology encompasses a variety of subjects, including Cancer research and Cell biology.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

• A review on graphene-based electrochemical sensor for mycotoxins detection. (17 citations)
• Application of new technologies in decontamination of mycotoxins in cereal grains: challenges, and perspectives (15 citations)
• Graphene-based nanomaterial for desalination of water: A systematic review and meta-analysis. (14 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.

Top authors and change over time

The top authors publishing in Food and Chemical Toxicology (based on the number of publications) are:

• A.M. Api (1117 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 5 less than at the previous edition,
• A. Lapczynski (772 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 4 less than at the previous edition,
• Magnus Bruze (752 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 4 less than at the previous edition,
• I. G. Sipes (751 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 4 less than at the previous edition,
• Allison D. Fryer (737 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 4 less 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.

Top affiliations and change over time

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Food and Chemical Toxicology (based on the number of publications) are:

• Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (1118 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 2 less than at the previous edition,
• University of São Paulo (850 papers) published 170 papers at the last edition, 6 less than at the previous edition,
• University of Arizona (790 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
• Vanderbilt University (789 papers) published 169 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
• University of Würzburg (782 papers) published 167 papers at the last edition, 4 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, 5.52% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 29.90% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 4.64% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 7.22% of all publications and 58.25% 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.

Professional Development Opportunities in Toxicology and Pharmacology

Becoming proficient in the field of Food and Chemical Toxicology demands a well-structured educational background and consistent refining of skills to keep abreast with current trends in research and technology. There are a multitude of options open for those aspiring to build a career in this field, ranging from research associate positions to toxicologists or pharmacologists to academic educators.

For any career in Food and Chemical Toxicology, a strong background in basic science subjects like Biochemistry and Internal Medicine is crucial. Direct involvement in this field typically requires advanced education beyond the bachelor's degree level. Certifications or degrees in Toxicology or related fields from highly-rated academic institutions are considered valuable. Professionals targeting career advancement opportunities often also seek post-graduate qualifications or specific training courses to fine-tune their skills and knowledge base.

It's essential to seek out training programs that deliver academic and practical knowledge in-line with current industry standards and demands. For instance, pursuing specific research-oriented degrees or specialized courses in Toxicology or Pharmacology can open doors to advanced career avenues in the Biomedical sector, Environmental agencies, Public Health departments, and more.

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Remember, in this dynamic field, professional development comes not only from academic growth but also through active involvement in research projects, participation in scientific conferences, membership in professional bodies, and regular interaction with experienced peers in the field.