Ten Years of The Nerve

This year, The Nerve marks its 10th year of publication.The journal was launched in 2015 as the official journal of the Korean Society of Peripheral Nervous System (KPNS, www.kpns.or.kr).At that time, few journals in Korea focused on peripheral nervous system (PNS) diseases.We aimed to establish a journal in which Korean neurosurgeons and basic science researchers could publish their work on PNS-related topics.The journal accepts original articles, case reports, technical notes, review articles, and editorials.Its scope includes not only PNS disorders but also central nervous system disorders.We publish two issues each year, in April and October.In 2016, the first full year of publication, we received 23 manuscripts.The number increased gradually over the years.In 2022, we received 37 manuscripts, the highest annual number to date.In 2023, we published 31 articles, the greatest number in a single year.Although these numbers remain modest compared with those of larger journals, we believe that this growth has been meaningful for a society journal with a specific focus on PNS.All manuscripts undergo double-blind peer review.Each manuscript is evaluated by at least two reviewers.The review process usually takes 1-2 months.We strive to follow the guidelines of the ICMJE, WAME, KAMJE, and COPE.We also utilize a plagiarism screening service prior to publication.These measures are essential to maintaining the quality of the journal.PNS research has changed substantially over the past decade.Surgical techniques for nerve repair have improved, and new materials for nerve conduits have been developed and tested in clinical settings.Our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying peripheral neuropathies has also deepened.Regenerative medicine approaches, including stem cell therapy and growth factor application, are now being studied more actively.