The Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Basic to Translational Science (JACC: BTS) serves as a dedicated platform for disseminating cutting-edge research bridging fundamental scientific discovery with its application to clinical medicine. It focuses on studies that elucidate disease mechanisms at a molecular and cellular level, and the translation of these findings into novel diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative strategies. For example, research exploring the genetic underpinnings of heart failure and subsequent development of targeted gene therapies would fall within the journal’s scope.
This area of scientific endeavor is crucial for advancing cardiovascular care. By fostering the bidirectional flow of knowledge between the laboratory and the clinic, it accelerates the development of effective treatments and personalized approaches to patient management. Historically, significant progress in cardiology, such as the development of statins and cardiac pacemakers, has stemmed from basic science discoveries translated into clinical practice. This journal plays a vital role in continuing this legacy by highlighting innovative research and facilitating collaboration between scientists and clinicians.
