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Frontiers in Oncology
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Frontiers in Oncology

2234-943X

Published by: Frontiers Media S.A.

https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/oncology

Ranking & Metrics

Discipline name Position Best Scientists Publications D-Index
Medicine 140 1688 2546 61

Additional Metrics

Number of Best Scientists*: 4210
Documents by Best Scientists*: 5488
Top 100 Ranked Scientists*: 85
SCIMAGO H-index: 156
SCIMAGO SJR: 1.075
Impact Factor: 3.3

Overview

Top Research Topics at Frontiers in Oncology?

The journal generally zeroes in on subjects such as Cancer research, Internal medicine, Oncology, Cancer and Radiation therapy. In the journal, Cancer cell, Metastasis, Immune system and Carcinogenesis are investigated in conjunction with one another to address concerns in Cancer research research. The field of Immunology is the anchor for the Immune system studies presented in the journal.

Studies on Internal medicine discussed in the journal link to the field of Gastroenterology. The journal facilitates discussions on Oncology that incorporate concepts from other fields like Breast cancer, Clinical trial and Cohort. In addition to Cancer research, it aims to explore topics under Disease and Bioinformatics.

The journal encompasses Radiation therapy studies in the context of Radiology as a whole. The featured Hazard ratio research is covered under the field of Confidence interval. The journal links adjacent topics like Nomogram with Receiver operating characteristic.

  • Cancer research (33.85%)
  • Internal medicine (29.34%)
  • Oncology (22.23%)

What are the most cited papers published in the journal?

  • Targeting PI3K/Akt/mTOR Signaling in Cancer. (677 citations)
  • Anti-PD-1 and Anti-CTLA-4 Therapies in Cancer: Mechanisms of Action, Efficacy, and Limitations. (438 citations)
  • Radiotherapy and the Tumor Stroma: The Importance of Dose and Fractionation (383 citations)

Research areas of the most cited articles at Frontiers in Oncology:

The journal articles explore disciplines such as Cancer research, Cancer, Cell biology, Bioinformatics and Cancer cell. The journal articles address concerns in the field of Cancer research by exploring it in line with topics in Metastasis which intersect with Angiogenesis subjects. The published papers with studies in Cancer featured incorporate elements of Radiation therapy and Oncology.

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

  • Internal medicine
  • Cancer
  • Gene

The previous edition focused in particular on these issues:

The journal aims to foster the development of research in Cancer research, Internal medicine, Oncology, Cancer and Metastasis. The close relationship between Cell growth and Apoptosis is one of the points of interest dissected in Cancer research research. The research on Internal medicine discussed in it draws on the closely related field of Gastroenterology.

The research on Oncology featured in it combines topics in other fields like Breast cancer, Radiation therapy, Cohort and Hazard ratio. Frontiers in Oncology features Cancer research that overlaps with concepts in Gene. Immune system research presented is mostly focused on the subject of Immunotherapy.

The most cited articles from the last journal are:

  • mTOR/EGFR/iNOS/MAP2K1/FGFR/TGFB1 Are Druggable Candidates for N-(2,4-Difluorophenyl)-2′,4′-Difluoro-4-Hydroxybiphenyl-3-Carboxamide (NSC765598), With Consequent Anticancer Implications (11 citations)
  • Strategies for Dodging the Obstacles in CAR T Cell Therapy. (10 citations)
  • A Novel Prognostic Marker for Primary CNS Lymphoma: Lactate Dehydrogenase-to-Lymphocyte Ratio Improves Stratification of Patients Within the Low and Intermediate MSKCC Risk Groups (9 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 Frontiers in Oncology (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Brian T. Collins (33 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Sean P. Collins (31 papers) published 3 papers at the last edition, 3 less than at the previous edition,
  • Simeng Suy (30 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 1 less than at the previous edition,
  • Xuelei Ma (28 papers) published 8 papers at the last edition the same number as at the previous edition,
  • Jürgen Debus (22 papers) published 4 papers at the last edition, 6 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.

Only papers with recognized affiliations are considered

The top affiliations publishing in Frontiers in Oncology (based on the number of publications) are:

  • Sun Yat-sen University (397 papers) published 195 papers at the last edition, 48 more than at the previous edition,
  • Peking Union Medical College (386 papers) published 193 papers at the last edition, 50 more than at the previous edition,
  • Fudan University (359 papers) published 196 papers at the last edition, 87 more than at the previous edition,
  • Shanghai Jiao Tong University (350 papers) published 215 papers at the last edition, 114 more than at the previous edition,
  • Zhejiang University (300 papers) published 160 papers at the last edition, 47 more 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, 5.71% of publications had an unrecognized affiliation. Out of the publications with recognized affiliations, 32.26% were posted by at least one author from the top 10 institutions publishing in the journal. Another 12.67% included authors affiliated with research institutions from the top 11-20 affiliations. Institutions from the 21-50 range included 17.16% of all publications and 37.91% 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 Paths in Oncology Research

If you find the world of oncology research intriguing and wish to contribute to the field, consider pursuing a career in healthcare. The job scope extends to roles such as Clinical Research Associate, Clinical Project Manager or Clinical Data Specialist in the research department. Additionally, nurses specializing in oncology play an integral part in cancer research and treatment. In particular, becoming a nurse practitioner specializing in oncology could be an engaging and rewarding career pathway for those seeking a mix of patient interaction and research involvement. Nurse practitioners often function as primary care providers and can specialize in fields such as family care, women's health, and notably, oncology. They have the option to participate in research alongside their clinical practice, contributing directly to advancements in cancer treatments and patient care. Enhancing your credentials with a specialized degree could significantly impact your career trajectory in oncological studies. For instance, consider various nurse practitioner programs in Wyoming. These programs are designed to provide both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for excelling in the field of oncology. An advanced nursing degree, coupled with a focus on oncology, positions you directly on the frontlines of cancer research and treatment, creating opportunities for you to make meaningful contributions to patient care and the overall advancement of cancer treatment methodologies. If you have the inclination and dedication, charting a career path in oncology research can be highly rewarding and profoundly impactful.

Top Publications

  • Clinical Applications and Future Directions of Minimal Residual Disease Testing in Multiple Myeloma.

    Stefania Oliva;Mattia D'Agostino;Mario Boccadoro;Alessandra Larocca

    (2020)
    370 Citations
  • CRISPR Gene Therapy: Applications, Limitations, and Implications for the Future.

    Fathema Uddin;Charles M. Rudin;Charles M. Rudin;Triparna Sen;Triparna Sen

    (2020)
    365 Citations
  • Melanoma, Melanin, and Melanogenesis: The Yin and Yang Relationship

    (2022)
    271 Citations
  • Chronic Stress Promotes Cancer Development.

    Shirui Dai;Shirui Dai;Yongzhen Mo;Yumin Wang;Bo Xiang;Bo Xiang

    (2020)
    255 Citations
  • Therapeutic Targeting of the Macrophage Immune Checkpoint CD47 in Myeloid Malignancies.

    Mark P. Chao;Chris H. Takimoto;Dong Dong Feng;Kelly McKenna

    (2020)
    242 Citations
  • The Crosstalk Between Tumor Cells and the Immune Microenvironment in Breast Cancer: Implications for Immunotherapy.

    Vincenzo Salemme;Giorgia Centonze;Federica Cavallo;Paola Defilippi

    (2021)
    231 Citations
  • Disialoganglioside GD2 Expression in Solid Tumors and Role as a Target for Cancer Therapy.

    Bassel Nazha;Cengiz Inal;Taofeek K. Owonikoko

    (2020)
    204 Citations
  • Neoadjuvant Treatment in Pancreatic Cancer

    Atsushi Oba;Atsushi Oba;Felix Ho;Quoc Riccardo Bao;Quoc Riccardo Bao;Mohammed H. Al-Musawi

    (2020)
    193 Citations
  • Global Trends in Incidence Rates of Primary Adult Liver Cancers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

    Paramita Dasgupta;Chloe Henshaw;Danny R. Youlden;Danny R. Youlden;Paul J. Clark;Paul J. Clark

    (2020)
    191 Citations
  • microRNAs Biogenesis, Functions and Role in Tumor Angiogenesis.

    Tiziana Annese;Roberto Tamma;Michelina De Giorgis;Domenico Ribatti

    (2020)
    190 Citations

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