Impact Factor
2.13
Journal Citation Impact
Estimated influence, citation density, publishing volume, and citation integrity from the analytics table.
Citation rate
1.09
32 total citations
h5-index
7
h5 depth signal
Cited share
50.0%
16 of 32
Total citations
32
Citation footprint
Metric signal
0.86
External metric anchor
Self-citation
0.0%
0 self-citations
Citations Trend
Citing Geographic Demographics
Nigeria
52
United States
2
South Africa
2
India
1
Thailand
1
Citing Fields of Research
Phytochemicals
18
Neurosciences
16
Molecular & Cellular Toxicology
13
Neurodegenerative Disorders
10
Diabetes
10
Publishing Activity & Reach
Volume, recency, access pattern, and citing-community signals from the journal analytics record.
All-time article footprint
223
Articles tracked across the journal lifetime
Indexed publication set
32
16 cited publications
Last 12 months
0
0.0 publications/month
Open access share
0.0%
0 OA publications in the last year
Leading citing country
Nigeria
52 citing publications
Leading citing field
Phytochemicals
18 citing publications
Latest tracked publication
31 December 2023
10 recent records available
Coverage & Indexing History
v21n1-2, June-Dec. 2006-
v21n1-2, June-Dec. 2006-
Research Focus & Classification
Issuing & Sponsoring Bodies
Contributor
Physiological Society of Nigeria
Broad Categories
Physiology
Neurosciences
Smell & Taste Science
Obstetrics/Gynecology
HIV
Brain Neurological Disorders
Environmental Remediation
Virology
MeSH Descriptors
Physiology
Latest Publications
Recent article records with DOI-first linking and condensed abstracts.
01
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.4
Open DOI
Protocatechuic acid modulates hepatic oxidative stress and inflammation linked to DMN exposure in rat
Dimethyl nitrosamine (DMN), a potent hepatotoxin, exerts carcinogenic effects and induces hepatic necrosis in experimental animals via CYP2E1 metabolic activation, and generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). Protocatechuic acid (PCA...
02
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.1
Open DOI
The Use of Levels One and Two Dermatoglyphics for Sex Identification in University of Ibadan Community, Southwest Nigeria
Dermatoglyphic traits are genetically determined and remain constant until death. Dermatoglyphics features are arranged from patterns, minutiae and ridgeology. This study utilized patterns and minutiae details of fingerprints as a means ...
03
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.11
Open DOI
Antidepressant-Like Effects of Cinnamomum verum on Open-Space Forced Swim-Induced Depression in Mice
Depression is a mental disorder characterized by depressive episodes, such as low mood, low self-esteem, feeling of guilt, and poor concentration. Depression has a high comorbidity with cognitive impairments. Studies have shown that cinn...
04
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.5
Open DOI
Brain antioxidant status and gene expressions of nicotinic and dopamine receptors are improved by black seed oil administration in cigarette smoke or nicotine vapour-exposed rats
Background: Smoking is associated with dysregulation of the antioxidant system and addiction. Aim: This study sought to ascertain the effect of Nigella Sativa (NS) oil on the antioxidant system, nicotine/tobacco addiction as well as the ...
05
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.8
Open DOI
Effect of Acute Caffeine Exposure on Blood Glucose and Hepatic Glycogen Content in Normal and Thyroidectomized Male Wistar Rats
Acute caffeine exposure had been shown to induce hyperglycemia however; the influence of thyroid hormones on the caffeine-induced hyperglycemia is yet to be established. The present study was therefore designed to investigate the effect ...
06
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.15
Open DOI
Ameliorative Effects of Coconut Water on Hematological and Lipid Profiles of Phenylhydrazine-treated Rats
Anaemia is a widespread health issue affecting young children and pregnant women, characterized by reduced red blood cells or haemoglobin levels. Coconut water, rich in nutrients such as L-arginine, iron, vitamin C, vitamin B6, folic aci...
07
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.10
Open DOI
Gestational administration of aqueous leaf extract of Jatropha tanjorensis alleviated postpartum emotional and cognitive dysfunction in rats (Wistar strain)
This study examines the effect of gestational administration of aqueous leaf extract of Jatropha tanjorensis (JT) on postpartum-like behavioural outcomes to delineate its possibility as a prophylactic, therapeutic agent in the treatment ...
08
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.3
Open DOI
Cerebellar and Olfactory Bulb Perturbations Induced by Vanadium Neurotoxicity in the African Giant Rat (Cricetomys gambianus, Waterhouse)
The African giant rat, AGR (Cricetomys gambianus) is a unique rodent known for its keen sense of smell which has enabled its use in the diagnosis of tuberculosis and demining activities in war torn countries. This keen sense of smell and...
09
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.12
Open DOI
Methanolic Extract of Ricinus Communis ameliorated cardiovascular dysfunction in dichlorvos-exposed rats
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading causes of death globally resulting in 17-19 million death every year. The search for an effective medicine to manage cardiovascular disorder without any side effect has led to the use of traditiona...
10
DOI 10.54548/njps.v38i2.9
Open DOI
Evaluation of Testicular Function and Structural Changes of Wistar Rats Following Antiretroviral Exposure: Protective Role of Cyperus Esculentus
Long-term antiretroviral drug toxicity may exacerbate the impact of HAART-Cyperus esculentus (C. esculentus) interactions on testicular function in HIV-infected individuals. This study examined the ability of C. esculentus plants to trea...
Bibliographical & Catalog Notes
Description based on: Vol. 3, no. 1 and 2 (Oct. 1987); title from cover.
Publication suspended 1984-1985.
Print issues ceased with 2019.
Although the journal describes itself as a "bi-annual publication," it is published every year as a single combined issue.
Also issued online.