Journal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology (JCTH) publishes high quality, peer-reviewed studies in the translational and clinical human health sciences of liver diseases. JCTH has established high standards for publication of original research characterized by a study’s novelty, quality, and ethical conduct in the scientific process, as well as in the communication of the research findings. Each issue includes review articles by leading authorities on topics in hepatology that are germane to the most current challenges in the field. Special features include reports on the latest advances in drug development and technology that are relevant to liver diseases. Regular features of JCTH also include editorials, correspondence, and invited commentaries on rapidly progressing areas in hepatology. All articles published by JCTH, both solicited and unsolicited, must pass a rigorous peer review.