Download BMJ partners with European Society for Medical Oncology

27 July 2015
BMJ
Press Release
BMJ partners with European Society for Medical Oncology
BMJ will publish new open access oncology journal set to
launch next year
Global healthcare knowledge provider BMJ has partnered with
the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), with the
aim of publishing a new open access cancer journal (ESMO
Open) from next year, the company has announced.
ESMO has over 10,000 members from over 130 countries,
working in cancer care and research, and the new title will be
its second official journal after the Annals of Oncology.
ESMO Open represents a first in this field for BMJ, which now
has a stable of more than 50 peer reviewed specialist and open
access journals in addition to its flagship title The BMJ.
The new title will publish original research covering the full
spectrum of cancer treatment, including medical, radiation, and
surgical oncology.
And in common with BMJ’s other open access titles, ESMO
Open will include a wide range of material that isn’t always
available in more traditional outlets, including study protocols
and phase I clinical trials, meta-analyses, small or specialist
studies, and interesting case studies.
ESMO Open will also offer a platform for ESMO and other
partner societies at national and international level to publish
important policy papers for sharing with the cancer care
community at large.
The title will operate a fast submission and review process, with
continuous publication online, ensuring that up to date high
quality research is rapidly available worldwide.
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Notes for editors:
About BMJ:
BMJ is a healthcare knowledge provider that aims to advance
healthcare worldwide by sharing knowledge and expertise to
improve experiences, outcomes and value. A full list of BMJ
products and services is available here: bmj.com
About ESMO:
ESMO is the leading European professional organisation
committed to advancing the specialty of medical oncology and
promoting an integrated approach to cancer treatment and
care. With its extensive international membership, ESMO
represents an ideal platform for oncologists to network, update
their knowledge, and improve their practice. www.esmo.org