Nature Human Behaviour

Nature Human Behaviour (NAT HUM BEHAV, ISSN: 2397-3374) is a premier monthly journal published by Springer Nature, dedicated to the highest-quality research across all disciplines concerned with human behaviour. Its scope is uniquely broad and integrative, encompassing empirical and theoretical work from fields such as psychology, neuroscience, economics, sociology, political science, public health, and genetics. The journal prioritizes studies that offer significant advances in understanding the mechanisms, determinants, and consequences of human behaviour at the individual, interpersonal, and societal levels. It publishes a range of article types, including original research Articles, comprehensive Reviews, forward-looking Perspectives, critical Comments, and insightful News & Views pieces, alongside registered reports and replication studies that enhance methodological rigour. The target audience is broad, spanning academic researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and professionals in behavioural science, public health, and social policy who seek authoritative, impactful findings. A notable feature is its commitment to open access options, allowing authors to publish their work under a Creative Commons licence, thereby maximizing visibility and dissemination. With a 2026 Journal Impact Factor of 17.500, Nature Human Behaviour consistently ranks in the top Q1 quartile of its categories, firmly establishing itself among the most elite and influential outlets in the social and behavioural sciences. Its rigorous peer-review process, editorial focus on conceptual novelty and methodological excellence, and high citation impact make it a definitive source for cutting-edge research that shapes the scientific understanding of human behaviour.