Brain is a leading international journal publishing high-quality clinical and translational research in neuroscience. It covers a wide range of topics, including neurodegenerative diseases, stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and neuroinflammation. The journal aims to advance the understanding and treatment of neurological disorders through rigorous scientific investigation and dissemination of cutting-edge findings.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
2026
Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q1
Neurology (clinical)Q1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Clinical NeurologyNeurosciences
Scopus Categories
Neurology (clinical)Medicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Neurology and Historical StudiesNeurological disorders and treatmentsParkinson's Disease Mechanisms and TreatmentsGenetic Neurodegenerative DiseasesEpilepsy research and treatmentFunctional Brain Connectivity StudiesAlzheimer's disease research and treatmentsNeuroscience and Neuropharmacology ResearchMitochondrial Function and PathologyDementia and Cognitive Impairment Research