About the Journal

About The Journal

Health Innovation Journal Europe (HIJ Europe) is a peer-reviewed, open-access scientific journal committed to advancing the field of healthcare by disseminating high-quality research, innovations, and transformative practices relevant to Europe and the wider global healthcare community. The journal provides an interdisciplinary platform for researchers, clinicians, technologists, and policymakers to share evidence-based solutions that address contemporary healthcare challenges across Europe and beyond.

Focus and Scope

HIJ Europe aims to promote innovation, scientific rigor, and collaboration in health and related fields. The journal prioritizes research that bridges regional healthcare needs with international scientific advancements. We publish original research, systematic reviews, meta-analyses, case studies, and expert commentaries in areas including but not limited to:

  • Medicine and Clinical Sciences

  • Public Health and Epidemiology

  • Health Informatics and Digital Health

  • Biomedical Sciences

  • Allied Health Sciences (physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation sciences, etc.)

  • Nursing and Midwifery

  • Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • Health Policy and Health Systems Research

  • Behavioral and Social Sciences in Health

  • Dentistry and Oral Health Sciences

  • Laboratory and Diagnostic Sciences

  • Mental Health and Psychological Sciences

  • Biostatistics and Medical Research Methodology

  • Environmental and Occupational Health

HIJ Europe provides a scholarly environment for early-career and senior researchers to disseminate their findings, engage with emerging scientific ideas, and contribute to the advancement of health sciences across Europe and the global scientific community.

Frequency

HIJ Europe is published quarterly, releasing four issues per year.

Medium

HIJ Europe is an online, open-access journal.
Language of Publication: English

Open Access Policy

All HIJ Europe articles are freely accessible under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). Readers may read, download, copy, distribute, or link to full texts without permission, provided proper attribution and citation are given.

Copyright Notice

Authors retain copyright of their work while granting HIJ Europe a non-exclusive license to publish and distribute it under CC BY 4.0. Authors are responsible for obtaining appropriate permissions for any copyrighted material reproduced or adapted from other sources.

Peer Review Process

HIJ Europe follows a double-blind peer review procedure. All submissions are evaluated by at least two independent experts to ensure scientific rigor, originality, methodological quality, and relevance to the journal's scope. The editorial board oversees the integrity of the peer review process and promotes timely and transparent communication with authors.

Ethics and Publication Policy

HIJ Europe adheres to the ethical guidelines and best practices of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE). Studies involving human or animal participants must comply with applicable ethical standards and include appropriate institutional ethical approval and informed consent documentation where required.

Privacy Statement

HIJ Europe respects and protects the privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. Personal data collected during manuscript submission, peer review, or registration is used solely for legitimate editorial and journal-management purposes. Personal information will not be disclosed to third parties except where necessary for legitimate publishing, indexing, archiving, legal, or regulatory purposes.

Archiving Policy

HIJ Europe supports long-term digital preservation of its published content through recognized preservation services, including:

  • PKP Preservation Network (PKP PN)

  • LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe)

These measures help ensure the long-term accessibility and preservation of the journal's scholarly content.

Sponsorship & Funding

HIJ Europe operates on a self-sustaining model supported primarily through Article Processing Charges (APCs). The journal maintains editorial independence, and financial considerations do not influence editorial decisions, peer review, or publication outcomes.

APC Information:

  • European Authors: USD 100 [Adjust this figure as needed]

  • Authors from Outside Europe: USD 150

  • Waiver or reduction policies may be available for eligible authors from low-resource settings. (Complete details are available on the Author Instructions/APC Policy page.)

Journal History

Health Innovation Journal Europe (HIJ Europe) was launched with the vision of establishing a credible platform for high-quality research, healthcare innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration across Europe and the international scientific community. The journal is managed by an independent editorial board comprising national and international experts in healthcare, medical sciences, research, technology, and health policy.