Defect and Diffusion Forum
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38 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
Defect and Diffusion Forum (formerly Part A of ''Diffusion and Defect Data'') is designed for publication of up-to-date scientific research and applied aspects in the area of formation and dissemination of defects in solid materials, including the phenomena of diffusion. In addition to the traditional topic of mass diffusion, the journal is open to papers from the area of heat transfer in solids, liquids and gases, materials and substances. All papers are peer-reviewed and edited. Members of Editorial Boards and Associate Editors are invited to submit papers for publication in “Defect and Diffusion Forum” . Authors retain the right to publish an extended and significantly updated version in another periodical.
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisDefect and Diffusion Forum (ISSN: 1012-0386) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Physics and Astronomy, published by Trans Tech Publications Ltd in Switzerland. The periodical holds tracked under Web of Science (SCIE) in quartile Q1, a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.149 (Q4), an H-index of 38.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 134 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Subscription model with an estimated APC of $2,389 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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