Call for Papers: Journal of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (JoMMID)

The Journal of Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (JoMMID), a peer-reviewed, open-access quarterly publication of the Pasteur Institute of Iran, invites submissions for its upcoming issues. JoMMID is dedicated to advancing knowledge in medical microbiology, infectious diseases, and related fields through high-quality, innovative research that addresses global health challenges.

Aims and Scope

JoMMID publishes cutting-edge research that enhances our understanding of microbial pathogens, host-pathogen interactions, and strategies for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases. We welcome submissions that employ innovative methodologies, translate basic science into clinical applications, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and prioritize data sharing and reproducibility.
We encourage submissions in the following areas, but not limited to:

Infectious diseases epidemiology and public health
Emerging and re-emerging pathogens
Advanced diagnostic techniques for human and animal infections
Antimicrobial resistance mechanisms and novel therapies
Molecular epidemiology and genomic surveillance
Host-pathogen interactions and susceptibility factors
Immunology of infectious diseases and vaccine development
Microbial pathogenesis and virulence mechanisms
Vector-borne and zoonotic diseases
One Health approaches
Environmental microbiology and health
Microbiome studies in health and disease

Article Types

JoMMID accepts a variety of manuscript types, including:

Original Articles (up to 6,000 words, 8 figures/tables)
Short Reports (up to 2,500 words, 4 figures/tables)
Case Reports (up to 1,200 words, 2 figures/tables, CARE guidelines)
Letters to the Editor (up to 500 words, 1 figure/table)
Commentaries (approx. 1,000 words)
Review Articles (up to 8,000 words, including narrative, systematic, meta-analyses, and more, PRISMA guidelines for systematic reviews)

Submission Guidelines

Manuscripts must be submitted via the online submission system at http://jommid.pasteur.ac.ir. In case of technical difficulties, submissions can be sent to jommid

gmail.com. Authors must:

Submit manuscripts as a single .doc or .docx file, with supplementary materials in appropriate formats (e.g., .pdf, .jpg, .xlsx, .avi).
Include ORCID iDs for all authors.
Provide a structured cover letter addressing the manuscript’s significance, originality, and related work.
Adhere to ICMJE recommendations and relevant reporting guidelines (e.g., CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA, CARE).
Use clear, concise English (American spelling preferred), Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced, with continuous line numbering and page numbering.
Follow the Vancouver referencing style.

Ethical Standards

JoMMID upholds the highest standards of publication ethics, adhering to ICMJE and COPE guidelines. Authors must:

Provide ethical approval and informed consent statements for studies involving human participants or animals.
Register clinical trials in a public registry (e.g., ClinicalTrials.gov).
Disclose conflicts of interest, use of AI tools, and data availability.
Ensure exclusive submission to JoMMID and obtain permissions for copyrighted material.

Peer Review and Publication

JoMMID employs a rigorous double-blind peer review process, with initial screening completed within 7 days, external review within 40 days, and submission-to-acceptance typically within 80 days. Accepted articles are published under a Creative Commons license (CC BY-NC-ND or CC BY with APC for open access) and are freely accessible online. Supplementary materials and preprints are encouraged to enhance research transparency.

Why Publish with JoMMID?

Global Reach: Open-access publication ensures wide dissemination of your research.
Rigorous Peer Review: Double-blind review ensures scientific integrity and quality.
Interdisciplinary Focus: We welcome innovative, collaborative research addressing critical issues in medical microbiology and infectious diseases.
Commitment to Ethics: JoMMID prioritizes ethical research and publication practices.

Join us in advancing the field of medical microbiology and infectious diseases! Submit your manuscript today to contribute to improving global health outcomes.
For submission details and author guidelines, visit http://jommid.pasteur.ac.ir or contact jommid

gmail.com.
Submission Deadline: Ongoing, with quarterly publication.
We look forward to your contributions!

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