Children | Highly Cited Papers in 2023

Children (ISSN: 2227-9067) is an international, open access journal dedicated to a streamlined, yet scientifically rigorous, dissemination of peer-reviewed science related to childhood health and disease in developed and developing countries.

The journal focuses on sharing clinical, epidemiological, and translational science relevant to children’s health. We strive to publish high-quality original articles and reviews that are applicable to the practice of pediatrics in all its subspecialties. Moreover, the primary goals of the journal are to highlight under‑represented pediatric disciplines, to emphasize interdisciplinary research and to disseminate advances in knowledge in global child health. In addition to original research, the journal publishes expert Editorials and commentaries, clinical case reports, and insightful communications reflecting the latest developments in pediatric medicine. Submissions from related fields such as sports science, education and sociology will be considered; however, all submissions to Children should highlight the pediatric health implications of the results presented. By publishing meritorious articles as soon as the editorial review process is completed, rather than at predefined intervals, Children also permits rapid open access sharing of new information, allowing us to reach the broadest audience in the most expedient fashion. Ultimately, we seek to improve the quality of care and the health of infants, children, and adolescents, by contributing to increasing knowledge and helping to advance scientific discovery in the field of pediatrics.

We are delighted to share some highly cited papers published in Children in 2023.

1. “Maternal Infection and Preterm Birth: From Molecular Basis to Clinical Implications”
by George Daskalakis, Alexandros Psarris, Antonios Koutras, Zacharias Fasoulakis, Ioannis Prokopakis, Antonia Varthaliti, Christina Karasmani, Thomas Ntounis, Ekaterini Domali, Marianna Theodora et al.
Children 2023, 10(5), 907; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10050907
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/5/907

2. “Psychiatric Disorders and Obesity in Childhood and Adolescence—A Systematic Review of Cross-Sectional Studies”
by Ioulia Kokka, Iraklis Mourikis and Flora Bacopoulou
Children 2023, 10(2), 285; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10020285
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/2/285

3. “The Relationship between Physical Fitness and Perceived Well-Being, Motivation, and Enjoyment in Chinese Adolescents during Physical Education: A Preliminary Cross-Sectional Study”
by Wei Zheng, Hejun Shen, Mohammed B. Belhaidas, Yaping Zhao, Lei Wang and Jin Yan
Children 2023, 10(1), 111; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10010111
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/1/111

4. “Ultra-Processed Food, Reward System and Childhood Obesity”
by Valeria Calcaterra, Hellas Cena, Virginia Rossi, Sara Santero, Alice Bianchi and Gianvincenzo Zuccotti
Children 2023, 10(5), 804; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10050804
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/5/804

5. “Efficacy and Safety of Elexacaftor-Tezacaftor-Ivacaftor in the Treatment of Cystic Fibrosis: A Systematic Review”
by Nikoletta Kapouni, Maria Moustaki, Konstantinos Douros and Ioanna Loukou
Children 2023, 10(3), 554; https://doi.org/10.3390/children10030554
Available online: https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/10/3/554