About the Journal
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The journal Servir (ISSN 0871-2379, eISSN 2184-5697) is a peer-reviewed scientific publication owned by the Catholic Association of Nursing and Healthcare Professionals (ACPES). It is published by ACEPS and based in Lisbon; it is published quarterly (with special supplementary issues appearing whenever deemed appropriate).
The journal Servir is available in electronic format and, since 2019, has adopted an open access policy, allowing free access to all published content, without any embargo or charge.
The journal’s editorial policy aims to contribute to the development and dissemination of theoretical and empirical scientific knowledge in the fields of nursing and health, adopting a transdisciplinary approach wherever possible.
To enable the transfer of scientific and technical knowledge into the real-world context of the daily lives of academics, professionals and the general public, it is a requirement that all articles be original and scientifically relevant.
Scientific and technical articles, as well as review articles, are accepted for publication provided they are conducted with methodological rigour and have the potential to contribute to the development of scientific fields within the life and health sciences. Submitted articles must contain original data, must not have been previously published (either in part or in full), and must not currently be under review by another journal. The journal has an international scope, allowing for publication in a bilingual format, in Portuguese and English, with the Portuguese version being mandatory. Authors are advised to submit their articles to specialist translation services.
The journal Servir adheres to the guidelines set out by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors (ICMJE) for the submission of scientific articles to peer-reviewed journals.
The correct way to cite the journal in bibliographical references is Servir.
The editorial policy adheres to the criteria of the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), at no cost to the author or the reader.
The peer-review process is conducted entirely as a double-blind review, preserving the anonymity of both reviewers and authors.
HISTORY OF THE JOURNAL
The journal *Servir* was first published in 1952. Since then, it has been proud to contribute to the dissemination and scientific and technical discussion of nursing and health-related topics, with a particular focus on the Portuguese-Brazilian context.
Articles from the journal Servir are available on PubMed, indexed by Medline from 1984 to 2013 (NLM ID: 860174)
Here is the adapted Call for Papers for the journal Servir.
The opportunity was taken to highlight a highly significant historical fact: whilst the magazine in which the text originally appeared was celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2016, Servir Journal is proud to be one of the longest-running nursing publications in Portugal, having launched its very first issue in 1952, which gives it a historical legacy spanning more than seven decades in the service of the profession.
CALL FOR PAPERS
Servir Journal, which boasts a long and distinguished editorial history dating back to 1952, welcomes contributions from all interested parties and is always open to proposals for article submissions. Authors may submit their proposed texts for publication directly via the official Servir Journal platform; however, they must strictly adhere to the guidelines for contributions and the rules on formatting and presentation of manuscripts available on the journal’s website.
MISSION
Given that scientific knowledge, combined with contemporary philosophical thought, constitutes one of the modern pillars underpinning best professional practice — based on the highest levels of evidence and degrees of recommendation —, the mission of the Servir Journal is to promote the dissemination of the various outputs of scientific, pedagogical and technical research within the fields of Health Sciences and Nursing. It also aims to facilitate the sharing of information, critical discussion and the exchange of ideas, creating channels that bring science and research closer to the healthcare ecosystem, healthcare institutions and communities. To achieve this objective and enable the transfer of scientific and technical knowledge into the real-world daily lives of academics, healthcare professionals and the general public, it is a mandatory requirement that all articles be original and scientifically relevant.
OBJECTIVES
The main objective of the Servir Journal is to disseminate scientific knowledge produced in the field of Health Sciences, with a particular focus on Nursing Sciences, clinical practice, care management, health education and community intervention. In this way, it aims to provide opportunities for professional development and continuous professional updating, serving as a first-rate channel of communication between academics, specialists, healthcare professionals and the general public.
EDITOR OF SERVIR JOURNAL
Catholic Association of Nursing and Healthcare Professionals (ACPES). Founded in 1948, ACEPS is a non-profit professional association dedicated to the development of the discipline and profession of nursing and the continuous professional development of nurses and other healthcare professionals. It also aims to support the production and dissemination of scientific knowledge in the fields of nursing and healthcare in general.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Academics, researchers, nurses, doctors and other healthcare professionals, higher education students and members of the public with an interest in the field of Health Sciences, with a particular focus on Nursing Sciences, care practice, healthcare ethics, healthcare management and community intervention
FREQUENCY
The journal Servir is published three times a year, on a four-monthly basis (January–April; May–August; September–December). Since 2023, the journal has adopted a rolling publication model, in line with good scientific practice and with the aim of reducing the time between submission and publication.
In line with best editorial practice and with the aim of promoting the faster dissemination of scientific research, the journal adopts a rolling publication schedule. Under this model, articles are made available as soon as they have been approved and finalised in their definitive editorial version, without the need to wait for the issue to which they belong to be fully completed. From that point onwards, the papers may be properly cited, as they are in their final and official published version.
PUBLICATION COSTS
No article processing charges are levied (neither for submission nor for publication).
Free and open access for authors, reviewers and readers.
Identification and contact details of the persons responsible:
Name of the person responsible: Maria Madalena Jesus Cunha Nunes
Position / Role: Director / Editor-in-Chief of Servir Journal;
National President of the Catholic Association of Nursing and Healthcare Professionals (ACPES).
Telephone contact - Telem: 918237156
The Journal’s email address: servir1952@gmail.com
