Annals of Human Biology
Overview
The Annals of Human Biology is a peer-reviewed scientific journal that publishes original research articles, reviews, and commentaries on various aspects of human biology. It covers a wide range of topics including genetics, physiology, anthropology, epidemiology, and nutrition, providing valuable insights into the complexities of the human body and its interactions with the environment. With its interdisciplinary approach, the journal serves as a platform for researchers and scholars to share their findings and contribute to the advancement of our understanding of human biology.
Details
Details
Abbr.
Ann Hum Biol
Start
1974
End
Continuing
Frequency
Bimonthly
p-ISSN
0301-4460
e-ISSN
1464-5033
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Specialty
Biology
Metrics
Metrics
h-index / Ranks: 5406
67
SJR / Ranks: 8635
519
CiteScore / Ranks: 8773
2.90
JIF / Ranks: 5746
1.7
Recent Articles
1.
Ma B, Wang X
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Mar;
52(1):2468692.
PMID: 40052928
Background: Vitiligo is an autoimmune disorder marked by melanocyte destruction and skin depigmentation. Aim: To explore the molecular mechanisms underlying melanogenesis and their link to vitiligo. Subjects And Methods: We...
2.
Searle K, Earland D, Morris K, Bibe A, Muhiro V, Novela A, et al.
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Mar;
52(1):2461145.
PMID: 40047173
Background: Cyclone Idai was one of the most destructive cyclones in the Southern Hemisphere. Malaria prevention is not part of cyclone response, but housing damage has been shown to increase...
3.
Smail I, Rector A, Robinson J, Reed K
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2462255.
PMID: 40013589
Background: Long-term cooling and aridification are associated with the spread of grassland habitats and the appearance of new hominin adaptations starting in the late Miocene. However, limited fossil data during...
4.
Zhang J, Kim Y, Qu Q, Kim S
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2461132.
PMID: 39996422
Background: Long-term training focused on specific skills significantly influences athletes' physical control abilities. Aim: To evaluate the balance control capabilities during kicking actions of different Taekwondo skill groups (kyorugi (K);...
5.
Cardiorespiratory fitness in Chinese children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Meng Y, Song Y, Li H
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2459141.
PMID: 39992301
Background: Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) has become a significant focus in the field of public health. CRF is considered a strong predictor of health outcomes. However, cardiorespiratory fitness levels of children...
6.
Baker L, Jacobson H, McGrosky A, Hinz E, Wambua F, Sherwood A, et al.
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2456152.
PMID: 39992300
Background: Climate change is increasing temperatures, frequency of heatwaves, and erratic rainfall, which threatens human biology and health, particularly in already extreme environments. Therefore, it is important to understand how...
7.
Starkweather K, Ragsdale H, Butler M, Zohora F, Alam N
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2461709.
PMID: 39992293
Background: Climate change is a growing threat to population health, with dangerous combinations of heat and humidity increasing in frequency, particularly in South Asia. Evidence suggests that high temperatures and...
8.
Straight B, Hilton C, Owuor Olungah C, Needham B, Tyler E, Iannotti L, et al.
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2455698.
PMID: 39963993
Background And Aim: We provide ethnographic, photovoice, and psychosocial stress data (food and water insecurity, potentially traumatic events, stress biomarkers) documenting the joys, hazards, and stressors of adolescents engaging in...
9.
Levy S, Pirtle S, Bastien R, Cruz K, Vernon J
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2455685.
PMID: 39936594
Background: The built environment buffers residents of large cities, such as New York (NYC), from exposure to low temperatures. Furthermore, average winter temperatures are rising in NYC due to climate...
10.
Fujita M, Wander K
Ann Hum Biol
. 2025 Feb;
52(1):2455703.
PMID: 39936580
Background: Infants given mothers' milk have higher resistance against infections than formula-fed counterparts. This protection is likely multifactorial, with roles for both milk immune factors and nutrients, particularly under elevated...