神經科學研究雜志發表神經科學分子細胞和亞細胞領域的基本報告。該雜志還發表臨床研究，強調神經系統功能障礙的基礎和分子方面。該雜志的特點是全文論文快速溝通和對選定領域的小型評論。一個事件日歷和職位列表出現在每卷作為服務神經科學社區。常規文章在11-12周內發表。

The Journal of Neuroscience Research publishes basic reports in molecular cellular and subcellular areas of the neurosciences. The journal also publishes clinical studies that emphasize fundamental and molecular aspects of nervous system dysfunction. The journal features full-length papers rapid communications and mini-reviews on selected areas. A calendar of events and listings of positions available appear in each volume as a service to the neuroscience community. Regular articles are published within 11-12 weeks.