The Journal of Advanced & Clinical Nursing Sciences is dedicated to publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed research that advances knowledge in nursing practice, theory, education, and healthcare delivery. As nursing continues to evolve as a science and profession, this journal serves as a forum for clinical insights, scholarly inquiry, and interdisciplinary collaboration. We aim to support nurses, educators, researchers, and healthcare professionals by sharing findings that inform practice, enhance patient care, and contribute to the development of nursing knowledge across diverse settings.

Nursing today plays a central role in complex healthcare systems, requiring professionals who are not only clinically competent but also prepared to engage with evidence-based practice, technological advancements, and patient-centred approaches. From acute care hospitals to community clinics, from policy-making tables to academic classrooms, nursing professionals are engaged in decision-making, innovation, and leadership. The Journal of Advanced & Clinical Nursing Sciences seeks to reflect this breadth and depth, offering a scholarly space where clinical excellence meets academic rigour.

We encourage submissions that push the boundaries of traditional nursing research, address global health concerns, or examine care models across age groups and populations. Articles that demonstrate methodological soundness, ethical consideration, and applicability to real-world practice are especially valued. We welcome voices from across the professional spectrum, including nurse practitioners, educators, administrators, clinical researchers, and frontline staff, recognising that meaningful insight often emerges from practice itself.

Scope and Areas of Interest

The journal covers a wide range of topics within nursing and allied health sciences. These include, but are not limited to:

• Advanced nursing practice and clinical decision-making
• Evidence-based practice and research utilization
• Nursing education, curriculum innovation, and simulation-based learning
• Patient safety, quality improvement, and health outcomes
• Nursing leadership and healthcare management
• Community health nursing and public health initiatives
• Gerontological and pediatric nursing
• Mental health and psychiatric nursing
• Chronic disease management and palliative care
• Perioperative, emergency, and critical care nursing
• Women's health and maternal-newborn care
• Cultural competence and health equity in nursing
• Nursing informatics and technology integration
• Professional ethics, regulatory issues, and scope of practice
• Global nursing issues and international health partnerships

We are particularly interested in interdisciplinary studies where nursing intersects with medicine, social work, public health, and health policy. The journal also supports emerging fields such as digital health in nursing, nurse-led telehealth interventions, and the integration of AI and data analytics in patient care.

Research Types and Submission Formats

The journal accepts original research articles, literature reviews, meta-analyses, theoretical papers, practice-based evidence reports, and clinical case studies. We also welcome educational innovations, position papers, and reflective essays that offer professional insight or stimulate scholarly discussion.

Priority is given to work that is methodologically robust and clearly communicates its relevance to clinical settings. All submissions are expected to follow appropriate ethical guidelines, with documented institutional approvals where applicable.

Authors are encouraged to include data visualizations, flowcharts, and tables to enhance understanding. Supplementary materials such as patient education tools, curriculum modules, or qualitative transcripts may be published alongside articles when appropriate.

Global Outlook and Inclusion
The Journal of Advanced & Clinical Nursing Sciences serves a global audience and actively welcomes contributions from all regions, including low-resource and underserved healthcare settings. We recognize that nursing is shaped by local culture, policy, and infrastructure, and we value diverse perspectives that reflect this reality.

Submissions from early-career researchers, nurse educators in training, and collaborative teams are encouraged. The journal also supports multilingual authorship through clear submission guidelines and editorial assistance during the revision process.

Editorial Process and Review Standards

All manuscripts submitted to the journal undergo a rigorous peer review process conducted by subject matter experts and practicing clinicians. The review process is double-blind, ensuring fairness and objectivity. Our editorial team is committed to constructive feedback and timely decision-making, recognizing the value of researchers’ time and effort.

Accepted articles are copyedited and professionally formatted before publication. Authors are offered the opportunity to make final revisions and review proofs before their work is made publicly available.

Publishing Format and Access

The journal follows an open-access model, making all published content freely available online without subscription barriers. Authors retain the copyright of their work and articles are published under a Creative Commons license.

Each published article is assigned a DOI for permanent citation and indexing. We operate a continuous publishing system, releasing accepted articles as soon as they are ready, allowing the timely dissemination of research findings.

Submissions may be accompanied by multimedia content such as graphical abstracts, video summaries, or supplemental datasets. We also publish special issues that focus on emerging themes in nursing science, guest-edited by experts in the field.

Support for Authors and Readers

Our editorial team is committed to supporting authors throughout the publication process. From initial submission to post-publication engagement, we strive to maintain clear communication, professionalism, and respect for scholarly contributions. Authors receive detailed feedback, guidance on revision, and resources to enhance manuscript quality.

Readers benefit from a curated collection of articles relevant to clinical practice, policy, education, and innovation in nursing. Our goal is to create a vibrant and accessible resource for the global nursing community, promoting knowledge exchange and evidence-informed care.

We believe in the power of nursing research to drive transformation, improve lives, and shape the future of healthcare. By publishing rigorous, relevant, and reflective work, the Journal of Advanced & Clinical Nursing Sciences invites all nursing professionals to share their insights, deepen the evidence base, and contribute to a shared vision of excellence in care.