Urological Science — peer-reviewed research for the urology community
Published by Elsevier on behalf of the Taiwan Urological Association, Urological Science (previously the Journal of Taiwan Urological Association) shares clinical and scientific advances in urology with researchers and clinicians worldwide.
Articles, issues, and author resources
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Where the journal is read, cited, and indexed
Urological Science content is widely accessible through major abstracting and indexing services, supporting discoverability for the global urology community.
Supporting lifelong learning in urology
Articles address prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, laser prostatectomy, quality-of-life assessment, and the broader spectrum of clinical urology.
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From editorial review to online availability, the journal is structured to serve authors and readers across academic medicine.
Urological Science serves as a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to sharing clinical and scientific advances in urology with a global readership of researchers and practicing clinicians. Published in association with a national professional organization, the journal bridges regional expertise and international audiences, offering a platform where original investigations, reviews, and case discussions can reach specialists working across diverse healthcare systems and patient populations.
The journal covers a wide clinical and academic territory, encompassing topics such as benign prostatic hyperplasia, urinary tract symptoms, prostate cancer, bladder disorders, and the infective complications that often accompany urological procedures. Authors also contribute work on minimally invasive treatments, laser prostatectomy, percutaneous nephrolithotomy, and intravesical therapies, reflecting the field's steady shift toward image-guided and technology-driven care.
Each issue reflects an editorial commitment to evidence-based practice and methodological rigor, with peer review designed to support clarity, reproducibility, and clinical relevance. Readers encounter studies that examine treatment effectiveness, patient outcomes, sexual function, and quality-of-life considerations alongside translational research exploring molecular markers, disease mechanisms, and emerging diagnostic approaches relevant to both localized and metastatic disease.
By continuing the legacy of its earlier title, the journal maintains a long-running archival record that allows scholars to trace evolving standards of care over time. Volumes are organized in a manner familiar to academic readers, with structured abstracts, indexed metadata, and stable identifiers that facilitate citation across international literature databases and university repositories worldwide.
Authors submitting to the journal are guided through a clearly documented workflow that includes manuscript preparation, ethical declaration, and online submission via established publishing infrastructure. Resources for authors extend beyond submission, offering guidance on publication ethics, copyright considerations, and post-acceptance procedures that help contributors navigate the production process with confidence and transparency.
Readers benefit from layered access options that balance openness with sustainability. Many articles are available through institutional subscriptions, while selected open-access content broadens reach for clinicians, trainees, and researchers in regions where paywalls might otherwise limit engagement. The platform supports searching by keyword, author, and topic, encouraging serendipitous discovery alongside targeted inquiry.
The journal's visual presentation mirrors contemporary academic publishing trends, combining editorial-grade typography with generous white space, restrained color accents, and responsive layouts. Cover artwork and feature imagery are chosen to reflect thematic emphasis in each issue, while structured navigation helps visitors move quickly between current research, archived volumes, and submission pathways without distraction.
For practicing urologists, the journal functions as a continuing education resource, summarizing guideline-aligned practice while highlighting areas of ongoing debate and emerging consensus. Educational content is reinforced by commentary on landmark studies, helping clinicians contextualize new findings against established standards and apply them thoughtfully within their own patient populations and resource settings.
Ultimately, Urological Science aims to strengthen the international urological community by promoting dialogue between investigators, educators, and clinicians. Through steady publication, transparent peer review, and an accessible digital presence, the journal supports the field's shared pursuit of better diagnostic methods, safer interventions, and improved long-term outcomes for patients facing urological conditions worldwide.
Open Access
Articles are openly accessible, helping research reach clinicians and researchers without subscription barriers.
Editorial Standards
An established Editorial Board oversees peer review, with clear authorship, conflict-of-interest, and copyright transfer policies.
Society Affiliated
Published by Elsevier on behalf of the Taiwan Urological Association, linking the journal directly to the regional urology community.