The Journal of Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) is a leading international journal that publishes high-quality research on the impact of early life environment on health and disease throughout the lifespan. It covers a broad range of topics including fetal programming, epigenetics, nutrition, maternal health, and the developmental basis of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. The journal aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and translate basic science findings into clinical applications and public health interventions.
⚡ 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)Q2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Scopus Categories
Medicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Birth, Development, and HealthPregnancy and preeclampsia studiesGestational Diabetes Research and ManagementObesity, Physical Activity, DietStress Responses and CortisolChild Nutrition and Water AccessMental Health Treatment and AccessOccupational Therapy Practice and ResearchInfant Nutrition and HealthMaternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum