Diseases

Diseases (ISSN 2079-9721) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal published by MDPI that provides a dynamic platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research across the broad spectrum of human pathology. The journal’s scope encompasses all aspects of disease, from molecular mechanisms and pathophysiology to diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, with a particular emphasis on translational and clinical studies. Main topics include infectious diseases, chronic metabolic disorders, cardiovascular pathology, oncology, immunology, and emerging public health threats. The journal publishes a diverse array of article types, including original research articles, comprehensive reviews, case reports, brief communications, and systematic meta-analyses, ensuring comprehensive coverage of both novel findings and critical syntheses of existing knowledge. Its target audience is broad, comprising clinicians, medical researchers, academicians, public health officials, and graduate students seeking timely, evidence-based information on disease etiology and management. As an open-access journal, all content is freely accessible online without subscription barriers, maximizing global readership and citation potential. Published under the rigorous peer-review standards of MDPI, the journal is indexed in major databases including Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science. Notably, Diseases holds a JCR Quartile of Q2 in its relevant categories, reflecting its solid standing and increasing influence within the medical and life sciences community. This quartile placement, combined with its open-access model and broad thematic scope, positions Diseases as a valuable and accessible resource for advancing the understanding and clinical management of human diseases.