IJBNPA in 2016: Strategy for advancing the science of behavior change in nutrition and physical activity, and associated editorial priorities

The goal of the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (IJBNPA) is to be the leading diet and physical activity journal. To achieve this aim we embrace and publish a number of different research designs from small, but in depth, qualitative studies to large scale cohort...

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Published in:The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity 2016-07, Vol.13 (1), p.80-80, Article 80
Main Authors: Jago, Russell, Wood, Lesley
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
behavior change
cohort studies
diet
Exercise
Health Behavior
Humans
Internationality
Management
Medical care
meta-analysis
Nutritional Physiological Phenomena
Nutritional Status
observational studies
physical activity
Qualitative Research
randomized clinical trials
United States
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Summary:The goal of the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity (IJBNPA) is to be the leading diet and physical activity journal. To achieve this aim we embrace and publish a number of different research designs from small, but in depth, qualitative studies to large scale cohort studies. IJBNPA prioritises research based on randomised controlled trials (RCTs), systematic reviews (with or without meta-analyses, as appropriate), and well conducted observational studies that expand knowledge and understanding of the area. IJBNPA will also consider and publish other study designs that are of sufficient quality such as strong or ground-breaking methodological papers, rigorous qualitative studies, debate papers and commentaries. However, due to the demands on the journal, we publish pilot studies only in exceptional circumstances and we do not publish protocol papers or letters to the editors. The goal of this editorial is to highlight to our readers and authors the process by which we identify which papers to review and publish along with our editorial priorities.
ISSN:1479-5868
1479-5868
DOI:10.1186/s12966-016-0404-8