Acta Leprologica (AL)

Acta Leprologica is a specialized medical journal dedicated to research on leprosy (Hansen’s disease) and related fields such as dermatology, infectious diseases, microbiology, immunology, and tropical medicine. The journal primarily focuses on clinical studies, epidemiological surveys, experimental research, public health strategies, and advances in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of leprosy. It has historically served as an important platform for scientists, clinicians, and public health researchers working in endemic regions to share findings and improve global understanding of the disease. The journal emphasizes both biomedical and social aspects of leprosy, including rehabilitation, stigma reduction, and community health interventions. Over time, Acta Leprologica has contributed to documenting disease trends and supporting global leprosy control programs coordinated by health organizations. Its publications typically include original research articles, case reports, reviews, and conference proceedings. While it is not among the most actively indexed modern journals today, it remains a recognized historical source in leprosy research literature and archival medical studies. The journal is associated with specialist societies and institutions engaged in leprosy research, and its content reflects developments in tropical medicine during its active publication period.

Acta Leprologica (AL) is :-

• International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, Leprology, Infectious Diseases, Dermatology, Microbiology, Immunology, Tropical Medicine, Public Health & Epidemiology, Causes and transmission of leprosy, Clinical diagnosis and treatment strategies, Drug therapy and antibiotic resistance, Skin and nerve damage in leprosy patients, Epidemiological studies in endemic regions, Prevention and control programs, Rehabilitation and social stigma reduction , Online , Quarterly Journal

• UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN E-ISSN: 0001-5938, Established: 1978,
• Does Not Provide Crossref DOI

• Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE