Archives of Physiology publishes peer-reviewed research and reviews covering all aspects of physiology. The journal explores cellular, molecular and systemic functions across human, animal and plant organisms to understand the mechanisms of life. It welcomes studies on human and animal physiology, comparative and environmental physiology, and related disciplines such as neuroscience, cardiovascular biology, endocrinology and metabolism. By providing a forum for fundamental and translational research, Archives of Physiology aims to advance knowledge of physiological processes and their applications in health and disease.