Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology
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146 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology is a broad-scope, interdisciplinary open-access journal, focusing on the fundamental processes of life, led by Prof Amanda Fisher and supported by a geographically diverse, high-quality editorial board. The journal welcomes submissions on a wide spectrum of cell and developmental biology, covering intracellular and extracellular dynamics, with sections focusing on signaling, adhesion, migration, cell death and survival and membrane trafficking. Additionally, the journal offers sections dedicated to the cutting edge of fundamental and translational research in molecular medicine and stem cell biology. With a collaborative, rigorous and transparent peer-review, the journal produces the highest scientific quality in both fundamental and applied research, and advanced article level metrics measure the real-time impact and influence of each publication.
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CELL BIOLOGY
DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
CELL BIOLOGY
DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisFrontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology (abbr: FRONT. CELL DEV. BIOL, ISSN: 2296-634X) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Biochemistry, published by Frontiers Media S.A. in Switzerland. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 5.30, ranking in quartile Q2 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 1.563 (Q1), an H-index of 146.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with an annual output of approximately 3,701 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Hybrid model with an estimated APC of $3,597 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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