About the Journal

Iranian Journal of Kidney Diseases (IJKD) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the advancement of research and clinical practice in nephrology and related disciplines. The journal provides a platform for the dissemination of high-quality scientific knowledge that contributes to improved understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of kidney diseases worldwide.

Focus and Scope

The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case reports, and short communications in areas including, but not limited to:

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
  • Dialysis and Renal Replacement Therapy
  • Kidney Transplantation
  • Hypertension and Renal Physiology
  • Urology and Related Disorders
  • Clinical and Experimental Nephrology

Interdisciplinary research linking nephrology with other biomedical sciences is also encouraged.

Open Access Policy

This journal provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge.

All articles are available online without subscription or payment barriers.

 Copyright and Licensing

Authors retain copyright of their work and grant the journal the right of first publication.

Articles may be published under a Creative Commons license (CC BY), allowing others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution to the original authors.

 Peer Review Process

All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process to ensure the quality, originality, and scientific integrity of the published work. Expert reviewers evaluate manuscripts based on relevance, methodology, clarity, and contribution to the field.

Sponsorship and Publisher

The journal operates independently and may be supported by academic institutions, research organizations, or scholarly networks. Any sponsorship or funding sources are transparently disclosed.

Archiving Policy

The journal supports long-term digital preservation of its content. It may participate in archiving systems such as:

  • LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe)
  • CLOCKSS

to ensure permanent accessibility of published articles.

 Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.

 History of the Journal

The Iranian Journal of Kidney Diseases was established to promote high-quality research in nephrology and to provide a global platform for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals to share their findings and innovations.

 Contact Information

For inquiries regarding submissions, editorial policies, or publication details, please contact the journal editorial office through this email ijkd.editor@gmail.com