PNAS

The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary scientific journal published by the National Academy of Sciences of the United States, recognised as one of the most cited scientific publications in the world. Established in 1914, the journal publishes original research articles, brief reports, commentaries, perspectives, and review papers spanning the biological, physical, social, and mathematical sciences. The journal is distinctive for its Direct Submission and Contributed submission tracks, the latter allowing Academy members to contribute research from their own laboratories. Research published in its pages regularly appears among the most highly cited papers in their respective fields, reflecting the journal's commitment to scientific rigour and significance. The scope covers a remarkably broad range of disciplines, from molecular biology and neuroscience to astrophysics and economics, making it one of the few truly multidisciplinary journals that maintains high standards across all fields. Front Matter sections provide accessible summaries and commentary on particularly significant findings, helping readers stay current with developments outside their own specialties. The journal embraces open access options and has expanded its digital features to include supplementary datasets, interactive figures, and multimedia content that enhance research communication. Special feature issues curate collections of papers around timely themes such as gene editing, quantum information science, sustainability, and artificial intelligence. The journal's prestige and broad readership make it a target venue for researchers seeking maximum visibility for significant scientific contributions. The publication is suitable for professional researchers across all scientific disciplines, as well as educators, policymakers, and science communicators.