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World Journal of Stem Cells is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research findings in the field of stem cells, including clinical, translational, and basic studies, as well as research involving artificial intelligence. The journal focuses on, but is not limited to, the following areas: Embryonic stem cells, germline stem cells, tissue-specific stem cells, adult stem cells, mesenchymal stromal cells, induced pluripotent stem cells, embryoid bodies, embryonal carcinoma stem cells, hemangioblasts, hematopoietic stem cells, lymphoid progenitor cells, myeloid progenitor cells, myoblasts (cardiac, skeletal, and smooth muscle), neoplastic stem cells, neural stem cells, other pluripotent stem cells, side-population cells, and totipotent stem cells. Types of articles published by the journal include clinical study, basic study, case report, editorial, review, minireview, systematic review, meta-analysis, guidelines, and correspondence. All submissions undergo a rigorous and transparent peer-review process by at least two independent reviewers. Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific rigor, originality, clinical relevance, and reproducibility, with particular attention to methodological robustness and data integrity. Constructive and timely feedback is provided to ensure the highest standards of scholarly communication. The journal adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and editorial integrity, in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics, the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, and the World Association of Medical Editors. To advance scientific discovery, promote evidence-based clinical practice, and foster innovation in stem cells, ultimately improving global health outcomes. We invite researchers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary experts worldwide to submit high-quality manuscripts and contribute to shaping the future of stem cells science. Submit an Article >>

The 2026 edition of Journal Citation Reports® cites the 2025 journal impact factor (JIF) for WJSC as 4.9; JIF without journal self cites: 4.7; 5-year JIF: 4.8; JIF Rank: 11/32 in cell and tissue engineering; JIF Quartile: Q2; and 5-year JIF Quartile: Q2; JIF Rank: 78/207 in cell biology; JIF Quartile: Q2; and 5-year JIF Quartile: Q2.

The WJSC’s CiteScore for 2025 is 5.3 and Scopus CiteScore rank 2025: Histology is 22/62; Genetics is 150/357; Genetics (clinical) is 36/100; Molecular Biology is 216/414; Cell Biology is 167/289.

• Shengwen Calvin Li, PhD, Professor, (E-mail: choc.uci@gmail.com) Center for Neuroscience and Stem Cell Research, Children's Hospital of Orange County Children's Research Institute, Children's Hospital of Orange County, Neuroscience Institute, University of California Irvine, Orange, CA 92868, United States