Subject Area and Category
Publication type
Journals
Scope
Continued as Applied Animal Science
The Professional Animal Scientist (PAS) is an international, peer-reviewed scientific journal and the official publication of the American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists (ARPAS). The purpose of ARPAS is to provide certification of professional status for qualified members of the society, to strengthen animal sciences among the professions, and to promote animal sciences and the work of animal scientists. Continual education is required of all certified professionals to keep abreast of rapidly changing technology in their fields.
In continuous publication since 1985, PAS is a leading outlet for animal science research. The journal welcomes novel manuscripts on applied technology, reviews on the use or application of research-based information on animal agriculture, commentaries on contemporary issues, case studies, and technical notes. Topics which will be considered for publication include (but are not limited to): feed science, farm animal management and production, dairy science, meat science, animal nutrition, reproduction, animal physiology and behavior, disease control and prevention, microbiology, agricultural economics, and environmental issues related to agriculture. Themed special issues may also be considered for publication.
AAS is indexed in Scopus, CABI, and AGRICOLA and caters to a wide and comprehensive audience. Our readers are typically university, extension, animal industries, and government employees; members of professional societies and related organizations; producers, commodity organizations, and related feed and foods industries; researchers and students; and, consultants and companies providing products and services in animal agriculture.