About the Journal
Advancing clinical and translational ophthalmology through rigorous open access publishing.
The Journal of Ophthalmic Science
JOS is an international open access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research that advances our understanding of ocular diseases, diagnostics, therapeutics, surgery, and patient outcomes in ophthalmology and vision science.
The Journal of Ophthalmic Science exists to bridge the gap between laboratory discovery and patient care. We publish clinical and translational research that directly impacts how ophthalmologists diagnose, treat, and manage ocular conditions. Our mandate encompasses the full spectrum of clinical ophthalmology—from anterior segment disease to vitreoretinal pathology, from glaucoma management to neuro-ophthalmology.
JOS is committed to a clinical and translational ophthalmology mandate. We prioritize research with direct implications for patient care:
Ocular Diseases
Etiology, pathophysiology, and progression of conditions across the entire eye, including corneal, lenticular, glaucomatous, and retinal pathology.
Diagnostics
Advances in clinical examination, ocular imaging (OCT, fundus photography, ultrasound), AI-driven screening tools, and biomarker development.
Therapeutics
Medical management, pharmacological interventions, drug delivery systems, and gene therapy for inherited retinal diseases.
Surgical Techniques
Novel and modified surgical approaches for cataract, glaucoma, vitreoretinal, and oculoplastic procedures with outcome analysis.
Patient Outcomes
Visual function outcomes, quality of life measures, comparative effectiveness research, and health services in ophthalmology.
Population Eye Health
Epidemiology of blindness and visual impairment, screening programs, and public health approaches to vision care.
Innovation and technology in ophthalmology are welcome as a supporting lane—when they demonstrate clear clinical relevance or translational potential. Pure materials science or basic research without a patient-care dimension is outside our scope.
Open Access Commitment
All JOS articles are published under CC BY 4.0, ensuring free and immediate access for ophthalmologists, optometrists, vision researchers, and healthcare professionals worldwide. This maximizes the reach and clinical impact of your research.
- Rapid, Rigorous Review: Single-blind peer review by subspecialty ophthalmology experts within 2-4 weeks
- Permanent Citation: Every article receives a CrossRef DOI for lifetime citability
- Global Visibility: Indexed and discoverable across major academic databases
- Clinical Focus: Reach readers who translate research into patient care
- Author Support: Dedicated editorial assistance throughout the publication process
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