The Journal of Natural Medicines is an international hybrid journal presenting original research in naturally occurring medicines and their related foods and cosmetics. Subjects include chemistry of natural products; biochemistry of medicinal plants; pharmacology of natural products and herbs, including Kampo formulas and traditional herbs; botanical anatomy; cultivation of medicinal plants, and regulatory sciences of herbal medicines. Publishes Reviews, Mini-Reviews, Original Papers, Notes, Rapid Communications, and Natural Resource Letters. Three papers in each volume will receive the Journal of Natural Medicines award.
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How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Complementary and Alternative MedicineQ1
Drug DiscoveryQ2
Organic ChemistryQ2
Pharmaceutical ScienceQ2
Molecular MedicineQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Chemistry, MedicinalPharmacology & Pharmacy
Scopus Categories
Complementary and Alternative MedicineDrug DiscoveryPharmaceutical ScienceOrganic ChemistryMolecular Medicine
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Natural product bioactivities and synthesisPhytochemistry and Biological ActivitiesPharmacological Effects of Natural CompoundsPhytochemicals and Antioxidant ActivitiesTraditional and Medicinal Uses of AnnonaceaePhytochemical compounds biological activitiesTraditional Chinese Medicine AnalysisGinseng Biological Effects and ApplicationsPlant biochemistry and biosynthesisEssential Oils and Antimicrobial Activity