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Blockchain in Healthcare Today (BHTY) is the world’s first peer reviewed open access journal that amplifies and disseminates distributed ledger technology research and innovations in the healthcare information systems, clinical computing, network technologies and biomedical sciences. Fields of interest include utility for data integrity, privacy preservation, health information systems interoperability, permissioned security for health data, clinical support and clinical trials management, supply chain management, revenue cycle automation, cost and impact, and the integration of AI and machine learning tools in this emerging field of research.
The preeminent international journal is published on a continuous basis to accelerate sharing rigorously vetted theoretical and experiential knowledge required for a global multi-disciplinary ecosystem. A world-class peer review board endeavors to offer rapid peer review and includes constructive commentary to strengthen work.
Submit a manuscript here or go to https://blockchainhealthcaretoday.com/index.php/journal/about/submissionsUnlike any other journal in the market today, Blockchain in Healthcare Today (BHTY) continuously pushes the boundaries of technology innovation in scholarly publication and ecosystem practices. BHTY endeavors to utilize blockchain technology innovations for authors, peer reviewers & its global audience. The open access BHTY provides more legitimacy and artifacts for researchers and authors where original research is globally disseminated for an emerging market.
Journal statistics:
A First-In-Category international peer-review open-access online academic journal, BHTY:
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All manuscripts must be submitted in English and meet the high-quality standards set by the journal. Writing should be clear and concise with the correct use of grammar and spelling. If you are unsure whether your manuscript meets BHTY’s requirements, we recommend asking a native English-speaking colleague to review it prior to submission. There are also agencies that can help. We partner with Editage to offer a Language Editing Service. This includes a Premium Editing Service which ensures your manuscript meets BHTY’s formatting requirements and supports you in the preparation of your cover letter.
BHTY’s scholarly ecosystem incudes the following:
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BHTY is a peer-reviewed gold open access international journal that endeavors to meet the highest standards of academic rigor adhering to ICMJE, COPE, and WAME guidelines, publishing bibliodiverse original theoretical and experiential knowledge in the pursuit of trust through transparency and truth in scientific dissemination.
A First-in-Category, BHTY is intended for researchers, expert authors and readers seeking to accelerate pragmatic innovation and technology education and adoption around the world.
The publisher's vision of building trust through truth is intended to catalyze and align a global ecosystem of stakeholders that champion the acceleration of healthcare transformation to share knowledge, build consensus and create a healthier society where all citizens benefit.
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No. BHTY’s internationally renowned Editorial Team determines what is accepted following rigorous vetting and objective evaluation of whether the content augments the body of knowledge required for sector growth.
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No. BHTY does not accept white papers, press releases, or any other content that was previously made public.
BHTY accepts original research manuscripts, technical briefs and substantiated opinions to educate and accelerate healthcare transformation.
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BHTY operates on a continuous basis. That means there is no-deadline for submissions. Manuscripts are submitted and published on a rolling basis as they are accepted.
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BHTY is an evidence based gold open access journal where global community stakeholders engaged in blockchain technology and DLT research and innovations in healthcare share research and perspectives to enhance the understanding and utilization of the techology in healthcare. Fields of interest include utility for data integrity, privacy preservation, health information systems interoperability, permissioned security for health data, clinical support and clinical trials management, supply chain management, revenue cycle automation, cost and impact, and the integration of AI and machine learning tools.
Submit a manuscript here or go to https://blockchainhealthcaretoday.com/index.php/journal/about/submissionsThousands of readers from over 118+ countries visit BHTY’s website.
Over 300,000 total reader engagements since launch in March 2018 have been logged.
Article citations are 400+ and continuously grow. BHTY is a proud member of COPE.
Social media conversations, and download statistics are located on the article landing page. Simply click on the article title on the BHTY homepage or archived issues. The article page typically features the article abstract. The article's download history is located in a graph, beneath the abstract.
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As a bibliodiverse publication, all are welcome to submit a substantiated manuscript or perspective which includes, but is not limited to academicians, non-academic practitioners, innovators, subject matter experts, students, etc. from around the world.
BHTY invites prospective authors to submit original manuscripts, use cases, unpublished research, and substantiated opinions on a broad spectrum of topics. Fields of interest include utility for data integrity, privacy preservation, health information systems interoperability, permissioned security for health data, clinical support and clinical trials management, supply chain management, revenue cycle automation, cost and impact, and the integration of AI and machine learning tools.
Submissions may reflect real world impact, policy, health and social sciences, mathematical and engineering theory and methodologies, economics, legal and regulatory transformation and more.
BHTY’s internationally renowned Editorial Team and Editors-in-Chief determine what is published following rigorous vetting and objective, unbiased evaluation of submissions.
To date, manuscripts from over 250 authors spanning four continents including North America, Europe, India and Asia have been published.
Author affiliations include:
UNIVERSITIES: Harvard, Johns Hopkins University, McGill University, UC San Diego School of Medicine, Lipscomb University, Edinburgh Napier University, Technical University of Denmark, Kennesaw State University and others.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS: ATA, IEEE-SA, HIMSS
MULTINATIONAL CORPORATIONS: Intel, IBM Research. Amgen, Microsoft, Consysnsys Health, Boehringer Ingelheim and many others
HEALTHCARE PAYERS: Aetna, Independence Blue Cross
HEALTH INFORMATION EXCHANGES (HIEs): HealtHIE Nevada
CONSULTING FIRMS: Accenture, Booz Allen Hamilton, bPrescient, Inc, EY
SMBs: R&D Ribitzky, bPrescient, Inc, Institute for Healthcare Financial Technology, PioneerRx, OPPM
STARTUPS: Patientory, LedgerDomain, Izzy Care LLC and others
Author professional titles include:
ACADEMIC TITLES: Professor, Dean, Associate Professor, Research Fellow, Director of Graduate Studies, Curriculum Developer
CLINICAL TITLES: Physician, Pharmacist
CORPORATE TITLES: Founder, CEO, Executive Director, Managing Director, Director, Founding Partner, Strategic Advisor
TECHNOLOGY TITLES: CIO, Clinical Data Architect, Director
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BHTY amplifies and disseminates distributed ledger technology research and innovations in the healthcare information systems, clinical computing, network technologies and biomedical sciences. Fields of interest include utility for data integrity, privacy preservation, health information systems interoperability, permissioned security for health data, clinical support and clinical trials management, supply chain management, revenue cycle automation, cost and impact, and the integration of AI and machine learning tools in this emerging field of research.
Original manuscripts and substantiated opinions on a broad spectrum of topics may be submitted that reflect real world impact, outcomes and scaled initiatives, policy, health and social sciences, mathematical and engineering theory and methodologies, economics, and legal and regulatory transformation in healthcare.
In addition, BHTY will consider and encourages submissions that present:
BHTY publishes a BLOG, where authors can share experiences and reflections including commentary, discussion and debate on any aspect of healthcare, policy, and technology around the globe. The submission should be approximately1000 words and referenced.
Time Stamped Ledger of Record for Researchers
BHTY is pleased to offer the first life science research portal for authors and global communities. The portal registers each original research article’s provenance on the blockchain for every author to create a permanent and immutable public record of their work on the blockchain for the scientific community.
The BHTY+ARTiFACTS portal provides custom dashboards so authors and research teams can:
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The Editors-in-Chief of Blockchain in Healthcare Today (BHTY) are Bill Buchanan, OBE, Professor, School of Computing, Edinburgh Napier University; Fellow of the BCS, and Dr. John Halamka, MD, MS, President, Mayo Clinic Platform.
All editorial board members and peer reveiwers may be called upon to peer review manuscript submissions.
BHTY’s international peer reviewers includes the following nations:
Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Slovenia, Sweden, Germany, UAE, UK, Uganda and USA
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BHTY continuously seeks experts of the highest caliber and passion in the field for purposes of expandsion, inclusion and diversify .
To become a BHTY peer reviewer, please send a note with your CV to the editor at info@partnersindigitalhealth.com
BHTY’s peer reviewers seek experts of the highest caliber and passion in the field and prefer candidates that possess knowledge of academic journal workflow and familiarity with the peer review process.
BHTY’s peer reviewer evaluation process includes review of the candidate’s CV, and interviews with the candidate and/or colleagues and experts in the field.
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To become a BHTY peer reviewer, please send an email with your CV to the editor at info@partnersindigitalhealth.com
The pursuit of trust through transparency and truth is a founding principle and pillar of BHTY. For example, BHTY is the first journal to require all peer reviewers and staff to publish financial disclosure/conflict of interest disclosures. (https://blockchainhealthcaretoday.com/index.php/journal/coi); and to comply with strict impartiality policy and professional conduct.
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With 400+ citations, and read in over 118+ countries, and over 300,000+ viewer engagements, unlike any other journal in this market today, Blockchain in Healthcare Today (BHTY) continuously pushes the boundaries of technology innovation in scholarly publication and ecosystem practices needed to bring together multidisciplinary stakeholders from the private and public sectors around the world.
A First-In-Category international peer-reviewed gold open-access online academic journal, BHTY provides the following benefits to authors:
IMMEDIATE BROAD EXPOSURE UPON PUBLICATION
BHTY now accepts video submissions to compliment an author's written work. Videos can demonstrate simulations, experimental demos, or "interviews" with authors/researchers. Authors should submit a jpeg representing the video and/or transcript of audio.
Video format may be MP4. Length: 5-7 minutes maximum.
COMPETITIVE MERIT EXPOSURE
GREAT EASE OF PUBLICATION
BHTY endeavors to adhere to a rapid turnaround:
The time to actual pubication of accepted subissions on the website depends on two factors:
Authors are given up to three weeks to make changes/revisions to the manuscript once peer reviewed. Should they need more time, authors are required to contact the Managing Editor, via email, with an explanation.
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Yes, only if the submission is accepted for publication. BHTY’s Article Processing Charge (APC) for the international specialty journal is $1450.00 USD for original research articles, $1650.00 USD for Special Reports (15,000 words and upwards of 100 references), and $800.00 USD for students currently enrolled at an academic institution. Please plan accordingly. Please see below for details regarding the BHTY waiver policy. THERE IS NO FEE FOR BLOGS.
BHTY is pleased to offer authors the option of paying the APC with digital currency (Bitcoin). Contact the publisher for more information if you would like to use this payment method at t.cenaj@partnersindigitalhealth.com
There is NO CHARGE for BLOG submissions.
BHTY has a waiver policy for authors from lower-middle income countries as per the World Bank (click here for details). We give fair consideration to all submissions, and believe this should not be linked to the ability to pay.
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BHTY is indexed in SCOPUS, Engineering Village, ScienceOpen, Index Copernicus, Unpaywall, NEBIS, GFMER, Google Scholar and the Public Knowledge Project metadata harvester .
BHTY is a member of COPE, the Committee on Publishing Ethics, and STM
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BHTY is waiting for Scopus to provide CiteScore and Impact Factor.
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BHTY’s publisher Partners in Digital Health (PDH) has created and continues to drive an ecosystem intended to grow the sector’s knowledge base - the purpose of which is to accelerate pragmatic transformation for a new global health era.
In addition, PDH continuously pushes the boundaries of technology innovation in scholarly publication and ecosystem practices required to forge trust, transparency, and truth.
Blockchain in Healthcare Today (BHTY), an international peer-reviewed gold open-access journal dedicated to blockchain and converging technologies in healthcare.
Telehealth in Medicine Today (TMT), an international peer-reviewed gold open-access journal dedicated to technology innovation for value-based patient-centered care across the care continuum.
Converge2Xcelerate (#ConV2X), an annual conference that has set out to accelerate healthcare’s pragmatic adoption of new technologies by informing, inspiring, and debating the role and value of technology innovation to health systems, healthcare workforce, and patients around the world.
Innovation Ignition competition demonstrating how telehealth and blockchain technology in health products and services can radically change the future of our health system with innovations that revolutionize and rock current perspectives.
Almetric, helps authors extend short & long term reach of research in social media conversations that include an article DOI. Authors have a new tool to measure how research is shared and discussed. Badges on article landing pages make feedback transparent. The Citation Badge includes Google Scholar, CrossRef, PubMed Central, and Scopus, and also adopts citations in secondary knowledge sources.
ARTiFACTS.ai, creator of the blockchain-enabled platform for academic and scientific research and development.
Code Ocean, creator of a cloud-based computational reproducibility platform enabling researchers, engineers, developers, and scientists to link working code in a computational environment.
Editage, has served nearly 371,000 researchers, doctors, and scientists across 191 countries and has transformed over 1M papers across 1,200 disciplines. The partnership with ReviewerCredits is one of many initiatives including peer review support, translation services, manuscript editing and more – all to improve the global science communication process.
ReviewerCredits, is a platform that rewards the contribution of peer reviewers to the publication process via global recognition and tangible benefits. Individuals can file peer review claims for over 23,000 journals worldwide.
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