About the Journal

The Brazilian Medical Students Journal (BMS), founded by the International Federation of Medical Students Associations of Brazil (IFMSA Brazil), is an open access electronic scientific journal of the diamond type, published and edited annually by an editorial board composed of students and faculty in the health field, reflecting the vision and objectives of the academic community. Committed to the principles of Open Science, the journal actively promotes the dissemination of scientific knowledge, encouraging transparency and free access to research results.

 

Mission

The mission of BMS is to disseminate relevant and innovative knowledge in the various areas of medicine, with a special emphasis on Public Health and Global Health. The journal seeks to act as a valuable educational resource for medical students, stimulating academic engagement and active participation in scientific research.

 

Scope

The journal focuses on publishing original research and literature reviews in the medical field, prioritizing studies that contribute significantly to the fields of Public and Global Health. Submitted manuscripts are evaluated based on their relevance, methodological rigor, and impact on medical and academic practice.

 

Target Audience

BMS is aimed at healthcare students, medical professionals, researchers and others interested in scientific updates and academic discussions in the healthcare field.

 

Indexing Sources and Databases

BMS is indexed in several databases and academic directories, ensuring broad visibility and accessibility of its published articles. Such as: Google Scholar, Diadorin, Latindex, LivRe, PKP, ResearchBib, Scite, Colorado Alliance, CiteFactor, Dimensions, BASE and Scientific Indexing Services.

 

Intellectual Property

Articles published in BMS are the sole responsibility of their authors and are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license. This license allows the redistribution and adaptation of the content, including for commercial purposes, as long as due credit is given to the original authors.

 

Archiving

All BMS volumes are digitally preserved by the PKP PN LOCKSS, ensuring the integrity and accessibility of the content in the long term.

 

Disclosure

BMS promotes its articles through its official website and social networks, including its Instagram profile. In addition, it encourages participation in scientific events and establishes partnerships with academic dissemination platforms. Authors are encouraged to deposit versions of their work in institutional repositories or those of their choice, in accordance with Diadorim guidelines, increasing the visibility and impact of research.

 

Supporting Institution

International Federation of Medical Students' Associations of Brazil (IFMSA Brazil).

 

ISSN, DOI, Platform

Operating on the Open Journal System platform, BMS presents itself as an electronic journal with e-ISSN (2675-1542). Each published article is provided with a DOI, providing a permanent and easily accessible reference.

Proud of its student leadership, BMS plays an active role in training future medical and health professionals, consolidating itself as a model of excellence and innovation in academic scientific publishing.