Journal of Developmental Origins of Health and Disease
The DOHaD Society’s scientific Journal, JDOHaD, is published by Cambridge University Press in association with the Society. JDOHaD is a multidisciplinary scientific journal, featuring research on molecular biology and epigenetics, developmental programming, fetal and neonatal biology and physiology, early life nutrition, endocrinology and metabolism, human ecology and anthropology, evolutionary biology, and gene-environment interactions, in particular during the first 1,000 days of life.
We accept contributions from basic scientists, clinicians, nutritionists, epidemiologists, social scientists, economists, public health specialists and policy makers. JDOHaD publishes original research articles, short communications and reviews, and has regular themed issues with guest editors. It is also a platform for conference/workshop reports, and for opinions, comments and interactions.
Standard, Trainee/ECR and Undergraduate DOHaD Society Members enjoy free access to JDOHaD.
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Special Issue: DOHaD in Oceania
The aim of this themed issue is to promote research and scholarship related to the Developmental Origins of Health and Disease with a particular focus on Oceania. It offers an opportunity to concentrate on research and practices that deepen the understanding of life-course science within the diverse contexts found across Oceania. This includes research and practices that highlight the interconnectedness of people, place, and process, as well as region-specific studies that may offer valuable insights to the global community.
Call dates: August 2025 – November 2025
Submission period: October 2025 - March 2026