貝類研究雜志是同行評議和出版的原始論文涉及貝類研究的所有方面，包括水產養殖，生物學，生態學和管理。審查特別感興趣的文章也被考慮。該雜志針對的是對基礎研究、商業生產和資源管理感興趣的個人。

The Journal of Shellfish Research is peer reviewed and publishes original papers dealing with all aspects of shellfish research, including aquaculture, biology, ecology, and management. Review articles of particular interest also are considered. The journal targets individuals interested in basic research, commercial production and resource management.