Launch of European Radiology Cardiovascular and Thoracic Journal

The European Society of Radiology (ESR) has announced the publication of the first series of articles in its new journal, European Radiology Cardiovascular and Thoracic. This journal represents a collaborative effort between the ESR, the European Society of Cardiovascular Radiology (ESCR), and the European Society of Thoracic Imaging (ESTI). The inaugural issue features an editorial composed by the journal's editorial team.

Hatem Alkadhi, based in Zurich, CH, serves as the Editor-in-Chief and aims to create a comprehensive platform for high-quality publications within the cardiovascular and thoracic imaging disciplines.

Prof. Minerva Becker, Chair of the ESR Board of Directors, expressed enthusiasm about the release of the journal’s first articles, emphasizing its role in fostering scientific exchange and interdisciplinary collaboration within the community.

Additionally, Prof. Ferdia Gallagher, Chair of the ESR Publications Committee, noted the significance of this new journal within the European Radiology family, highlighting its potential to showcase impactful research in vital areas of radiological inquiry.

Prof. Bernd Hamm, Chief Editor of the ESR Journals, remarked that the establishment of this journal symbolizes a critical advancement for the ESR Journals, marking their growing influence in the global radiological community.

Under the leadership of Prof. Alkadhi, the journal aims to provide a new forum for the prompt dissemination of clinically relevant findings and up-to-date evidence for both researchers and clinicians.

The initial articles are currently accessible on Springer Nature, with additional content anticipated in the near future.