About Insights in Animal Science

Aims

Insights in Animal Science (ISSN 3007-6420) is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes original research and scholarly contributions in the field of animal science. The journal is published by Insights Academic Publishing. Insights in Animal Science aims to provide a platform for researchers and professionals working in animal science, veterinary sciences, and related disciplines.

The journal publishes a range of research articles covering animal-level studies, production systems, animal products, and related aspects of animal science, including economics and marketing where relevant to the sector.

Scope

Insights in Animal Science publishes original research and scholarly contributions across a broad range of topics related to animal agriculture and animal sciences. The journal welcomes submissions in the following areas:

Animal nutrition

• Studies on feed composition, nutritional requirements, and dietary strategies for various animal species.
• Research on optimizing feed efficiency and improving animal performance.

Animal physiology

• Investigations into the physiological processes of animals, including growth, reproduction, and metabolism.
• Studies on how environmental factors impact animal physiology.

Animal health

• Studies on disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in different animal species.
• Research focused on enhancing animal health and reducing the spread of infections.

Animal production and management

• Articles on sustainable management practices for efficient and environmentally friendly animal production.
• Studies on strategies to enhance animal welfare in different production systems
• Research to optimizing production efficiency through innovative management techniques
• Studies on resource allocation, farm efficiency, cost-benefit analysis, and farm planning.

Animal behavior and cognition

• Research on understanding the behavior and cognitive abilities of animals.
• Studies on animal learning, problem-solving, social behavior, and communication.

Reproduction

• Research on enhancing reproductive efficiency in dairy, beef, small ruminants, and other animal species.
• Research on reproductive physiology and techniques in animal breeding.
• Studies on artificial insemination, embryo transfer, and reproductive technologies.
• Studies specific to the reproductive aspects of dairy cattle and other dairy animals.

Breeding and Genetics

• Investigations into animal breeding programs and genetic selection methods.
• Research on improving desirable traits and genetic diversity in animal populations.

Genomics

• Studies focusing on the genomic analysis and DNA-level insights in animals.
• Research on genomic selection, gene editing, and molecular genetics in animal breeding.

Environment management and ecology

• Articles on sustainable practices and environmental impact assessment in animal farming.
• Studies on mitigating environmental challenges related to agriculture.

Agricultural policy

• Research on government policies and regulations affecting animal agriculture.
• Analysis of economic implications and policy recommendations.

Dairy and meat products

• Articles on dairy and meat processing, quality control, and value-added products.
• Research on improving the nutritional value and safety of dairy and meat products.

Animal commerce

• Research on animal markets, trade, and commercialization.
• Studies on marketing strategies and economic aspects of animal commerce.

Publishing Schedule

Insights in Animal Science follows a semiannual (two issues per year) publication model and operates an Online First workflow.

• Online First: Articles are published online as soon as they have completed peer review, editorial approval, and production. Each Online First article receives a DOI and is citable immediately.
• Issue assignment: Accepted articles published Online First are assigned to the next available regular issue and will appear in one of the two annual issues for the current volume.
• Volume convention: Each calendar year constitutes one volume.

This schedule ensures timely dissemination of research while maintaining the journal’s regular issue structure.