Planetary Health Nexus (PHN) is a newly launched, international, peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to the critical intersection of human well-being and the Earth's natural systems. Established in 2026, PHN aims to become a premier platform for publishing cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research in global health and environmental sustainability. The journal is published quarterly online by the Planetary Health Academic Press.

• Open Access: Free for readers worldwide, with an Article Processing Charge (APC) paid by authors or their institutions to support the sustainable publication and permanent archiving of research.

• Visibility & Indexing: As a newly established journal, PHN is actively pursuing inclusion in major databases such as DOAJ, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science (ESCI). We are committed to maximizing the discoverability and global reach of our authors' groundbreaking work.

• Journal Metrics: Currently tracking citations and publication data for initial impact metrics. Formal Impact Factor and CiteScore evaluations will commence in the upcoming indexing cycles.

• Rapid Publication: Manuscripts undergo rigorous double-blind peer review to ensure high scientific quality and integrity. We are committed to providing authors with fast, constructive, and professional editorial decisions.

• Focus and Scope: Strictly focuses on climate change impacts on human health, biodiversity and ecosystem services, sustainable food and water systems, environmental epidemiology, global health policy, and data-driven solutions applied to real-world planetary challenges.

• A Forward-Looking Vision: Born out of the urgent need to address the interconnected crises of our era, PHN is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive, forward-thinking academic community. We strive to bridge the gap between rigorous scientific research and actionable planetary health solutions.