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ESMO Open, an open access, journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology, is an online-only, peer-reviewed oncology journal dedicated to publishing high-quality medical research and educational content from all disciplines of oncology, with a focus on innovative clinical and translational cancer research.

NEW! Impact Factor: 7.1

  • Editor-in-Chief: Giuseppe Curigliano
  • Deputy Editor-in-Chief: Patricia LoRusso

What type of articles does ESMO Open publish?

The journal publishes research and multimedia in all disciplines, experimental, translational, diagnostic and therapeutic areas related to oncology including: original articles, reviews, editorials and correspondence. In addition, the journal welcomes study protocols, phase I trials and meta-analyses, and reviews from important European Society for Medical Oncology conferences and meetings.

We focus on publishing innovative clinical and translational research to improve the quality of education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and patient care worldwide.

Why submit to ESMO Open?

  • Open access means the widest possible dissemination of your research
  • ESMO members are entitled to a discount on the article publicaction charge; for more details visit this page.
  • The journal operates a fast submission and publication process to ensure timely, up-to-date research is available worldwide
  • Rigorous and transparent peer review process
  • As the official ESMO online journal and published by Elsevier, your article will have instant recognition due to these trusted, global brands
  • International editorial board of experts and key opinion leaders

Find the right home for your oncology research.

Need more information?

Contact the journal’s Editorial Office.

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