The International Journal of Paleopathology publishes research on the study of disease and health in past populations, utilizing skeletal and dental remains. It examines pathological changes, trauma, and biological markers to understand past health, disease, and human-environment interactions. The journal also explores methodologies for paleopathological analysis and the integration of paleopathology with other disciplines like bioarchaeology and modern health sciences.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Archeology (arts and humanities)Q1
Pathology and Forensic MedicineQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
PaleontologyPathology
Scopus Categories
Archeology (arts and humanities)Pathology and Forensic Medicine
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Forensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology StudiesPaleopathology and ancient diseasesDiverse Scientific and Economic StudiesHuman auditory perception and evaluationEducational Robotics and EngineeringPleistocene-Era Hominins and ArchaeologyForensic and Genetic ResearchForensic Entomology and Diptera StudiesOral and Maxillofacial PathologyOsteomyelitis and Bone Disorders Research