Journal of Hematology & Oncology is an open access journal that publishes top-quality research encompassing all aspects of hematology and oncology. The journal also publishes reviews and research highlights on "hot topics" from leading experts in the field. Hematology and oncology are closely intertwined and rapidly evolving fields. More physician scientists performing laboratory-based research are rapidly bringing research in hematology and oncology from bench to bedside. Journal of Hematology & Oncology aims to meet the demand for a journal dedicated to publishing discovery from both of these fields. Journal of Hematology & Oncology aims to serve as an international platform for sharing laboratory and clinical findings in an open access format among laboratory scientists, physician scientists, hematologists and oncologists. A rapid turnaround time from submission to publication means that knowledge and new successes can be shared in real time.