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Partners of ISCMR

ISCMR JOURNALS
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies
Integrative Medicine Research Journal (IMR)
Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine (JICM)

ISCMR PARTNERS
Canadian Interdisciplinary Network of Complementary Medicine Researchers (INCAM)
Cochrane Complementary Medicine
International Congress on Traditional, Complementary & Integrative Medicine Research (ICCMR)
Korean Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM)

ISCMR is a global organization composed of dedicated researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. Our primary focus is on fostering Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) research, while providing a platform for knowledge exchange and international collaboration.

At ISCMR, we firmly believe in the power of partnership and recognize the importance of collaboration in advancing the evidence base for TCIM. As we seek to strengthen and expand our network, we are actively exploring partnerships with like-minded organizations that share our common priorities and objectives. Our partnerships aim to develop, operate, and sustain activities that support the growth and advancement of TCIM research.

By joining forces with ISCMR, your organization can contribute to the development of TCIM research methods, methodologies and guidelines, enabling us to collectively enhance health care worldwide.

Why Partner with ISCMR?

If your organization is committed to promoting evidence-based research, fostering international communication, and collaborating on projects that have a tangible impact on Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM), we invite you to partner with ISCMR.

Benefits to partner organizations and their members may include:

Discounted ISCMR membership for affiliated individuals
Increased visibility through promotion on the ISCMR website, social media, and newsletters
Engagement in collaborative research initiatives
Involvement in global TCIM advocacy and knowledge exchange

Join us in advancing TCIM research and driving positive change in global healthcare.
To explore partnership opportunities, contact: secretary@ISCMR.org

ISCMR Journals

BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies

An official journal of ISCMR, the BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies is an open-access journal publishing original peer-reviewed research articles on interventions and resources that complement or replace conventional therapies, with a specific emphasis on research that explores the biological mechanisms of action, as well as their efficacy, safety, costs, patterns of use and/or implementation.

Members please log in to view member discount information on the Journal Agreements page.

Integrative Medicine Research (IMR)

The Integrative Medicine Research (IMR) is a quarterly, peer-reviewed, open access journal focused on evidence-based scientific research in integrative medicine, traditional medicine, and complementary medicine. The journal aims to provide new research perspectives on holistic integrative health, innovative health preservation approaches and convergence for clinical practice and biomedical sciences.

IMR is the official journal of Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM), which is a government funded research institution, and published by Elsevier. Authors of the journal do not need to pay any article processing charges (APC) as KIOM covers all publication fees.

Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine (JICM)

An official journal of ISCMR, the Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine: Paradigm, Practice, and Policy Advancing Integrative Health is a leading peer-reviewed journal providing scientific research for the evaluation and integration of complementary medicine into mainstream medical practice. The Journal delivers original research that directly impacts patient care therapies, protocols, and strategies, ultimately improving the quality of healing.

Members please log in to view member discount information on the Journal Agreements page.

ISCMR Partners

Canadian Interdisciplinary Network of Complementary Medicine Researchers (INCAM)

A non-profit organization and interdisciplinary research community since 2004, INCAM has become instrumental in defining a research community that focuses on traditional, complementary, integrative, and alternative healthcare approaches used by Canadians, including whole-person research and its integration into healthcare systems within Canada.

Members of INCAM get 25% off their ISCMR membership. Join INCAM to access this benefit today.

Cochrane Complementary Medicine

Cochrane Complementary Medicine is based at the University of Maryland Center for Integrative Medicine, where it has been in place since the establishment of the Field in 1996. There are three satellite groups: Cochrane Complementary Medicine China, based at the Centre for Evidence-Based Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Cochrane Complementary Medicine Korea, based at the Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM), and Cochrane Complementary Medicine Switzerland based at the University Hospital of Zurich Institute for Complementary and Integrative Medicine.

This international group of collaborators has contributed to systematic reviews of controlled clinical trials in areas such as acupuncture, massage, herbal medicine, and mind-body therapy, among others, and disseminated the results of these systematic reviews to practitioners, researchers, and patients.

Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM)

The Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine (KIOM) is a government-funded national research institute. Since its foundation in 1994, KIOM has dedicated itself to lead the scientific verification, globalization, and standardization of traditional Korean medicine, as well as conservation and further development of the field while creating new values and contributing to the healthy living of people.

The first memorandum of understanding outlining the partnership between ISCMR and KIOM was signed in 2012.

International Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine Research (ICCMR)

Since 2006, ISCMR has partnered with a local community organization to host the annual International Congress on Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine Research (ICCMR). ISCMR encourages an international and balanced research perspective with all its hosting partners, and strives for global representation according to the availability of partner hosting organizations.

For more information go to ISCMR EVENTS. Organizations interested in hosting the ICCMR or other ISCMR affiliated events should contact President@ISCMR.org and Secretary@ISCMR.org