The Journal of Parasitology publishes research on parasites, including their identification, prevalence, and molecular characterization in various hosts such as mammals, birds, reptiles, and fish. Studies also investigate parasite communities, host-parasite interactions, and the impact of environmental factors on parasite distribution. The journal features work on diagnostic methods for parasite detection and educational approaches to parasitology.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsQ3
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q3
ParasitologyQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Parasitology
Scopus Categories
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsMedicine (miscellaneous)Parasitology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Parasite Biology and Host InteractionsHelminth infection and controlParasites and Host InteractionsParasitic Infections and DiagnosticsVector-borne infectious diseasesCoccidia and coccidiosis researchBird parasitology and diseasesToxoplasma gondii Research StudiesParasitic Diseases Research and TreatmentTrypanosoma species research and implications