The AORTIC Journal of Cancer Research
(AJCR) serves as a unifying platform for diverse scientific voices, welcoming a comprehensive range of
scholarly contributions that drive oncology progress in Africa and the Global South.
Our publication categories are designed to capture the full spectrum of cancer research—from fundamental
laboratory discoveries to clinical management and public health policy. We invite authors to contribute
through the following article types:
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Original Research Articles
High-impact studies presenting primary data and novel findings from
basic, translational, clinical, or population-based oncology research.
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Review Articles
Comprehensive and critical syntheses of existing literature on topics of
current relevance to cancer science and care in the African context.
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Short Communications
Concise reports of significant findings or innovative technical
developments that warrant rapid dissemination to the global research community.
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Case Series and Case Reports
Spotlighting unique clinical presentations, diagnostic challenges, or
treatment outcomes, particularly those reflective of African healthcare settings.
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Guest Editorials
Commissioned or submitted expert perspectives on critical issues in
oncology, including research ethics, funding, and clinical practice standards.
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Commentaries
Thought-provoking discussions on controversial topics, emerging trends,
or policy shifts affecting the cancer research landscape in the Global South.
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Letters to the Editor
Scholarly dialogue regarding articles previously published in the AJCR,
promoting interactive and transparent scientific discourse.
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Conference Abstracts
A platform for preserving and disseminating findings from regional and
international oncology meetings affiliated with AORTIC.
All submissions undergo rigorous peer review to ensure the highest standards of scientific integrity and
relevance to our mission of improving cancer outcomes in Africa.