寄生虫学的进展被认为是一个领先的综述系列，在影响因素和引用方面始终处于良好的位置。对医学，兽医学和野生动物寄生虫学的各个方面的主要评论被考虑。该杂志为该领域专家的权威评论提供了一个渠道。虽然强调现代分子方法，但鼓励所有学科的贡献，包括生态学和分类学等传统领域。兼收并蓄的卷补充专题卷致力于一个特定的主题，承认的兴趣和重要性。
Advances in Parasitology is recognised as a leading review serial which is consistently well placed in terms of impact factor and citations. Major reviews on all aspects of medical, veterinary and wild-life parasitology are considered. The journal provides an outlet for authoritative reviews from experts in the field. While emphasis is given to modern molecular approaches contributions across all disciplines are encouraged including traditional areas such as ecology and taxonomy. Eclectic volumes are supplemented by thematic volumes dedicated to a particular topic of recognised interest and importance.