Mucosal Immunology
Encyclopedia
Mucosal Immunology is the official publication of the Society for Mucosal Immunology(SMI).
It aims to provide a forum for both basic and clinical scientists to discuss all aspects of immunity
and inflammation
involving mucosal tissues. The journal reflects the interests of scientists studying gastrointestinal, pulmonary, nasopharyngeal, oral, ocular, and genitourinary immunology through the publication of original research articles, scholarly reviews, and timely commentaries, editorials and letters. Publication of basic, translational, and clinical studies will all be given equal consideration.
In addition, Mucosal Immunology aims to provide a primary method of communication for the SMI governing board and its members through the publication of society news.
The journal will be published by Nature Publishing Group, on behalf of the Society from January 2008.
It aims to provide a forum for both basic and clinical scientists to discuss all aspects of immunity
Immunity (medical)
Immunity is a biological term that describes a state of having sufficient biological defenses to avoid infection, disease, or other unwanted biological invasion. Immunity involves both specific and non-specific components. The non-specific components act either as barriers or as eliminators of wide...
and inflammation
Inflammation
Inflammation is part of the complex biological response of vascular tissues to harmful stimuli, such as pathogens, damaged cells, or irritants. Inflammation is a protective attempt by the organism to remove the injurious stimuli and to initiate the healing process...
involving mucosal tissues. The journal reflects the interests of scientists studying gastrointestinal, pulmonary, nasopharyngeal, oral, ocular, and genitourinary immunology through the publication of original research articles, scholarly reviews, and timely commentaries, editorials and letters. Publication of basic, translational, and clinical studies will all be given equal consideration.
In addition, Mucosal Immunology aims to provide a primary method of communication for the SMI governing board and its members through the publication of society news.
Current editors
- Brian Kelsall, MD, Editor-in-Chief
- Paul Garside, PhD, Deputy Editor
- Jo Viney, PhD, Deputy Editor
The journal will be published by Nature Publishing Group, on behalf of the Society from January 2008.