International Journal of Developmental Biology
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123 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
The International Journal of Developmental Biology (ISSN: 0214- 6282) is an independent, not for profit scholarly journal, published by scientists, for scientists. The journal publishes papers which throw light on our understanding of animal and plant developmental mechanisms in health and disease and, in particular, research which elucidates the developmental principles underlying stem cell properties and cancer. Technical, historical or theoretical approaches also fall within the scope of the journal. Criteria for acceptance include scientific excellence, novelty and quality of presentation of data and illustrations. Advantages of publishing in the journal include: rapid publication; free unlimited color reproduction; no page charges; free publication of online supplementary material; free publication of audio files (MP3 type); one-to-one personalized attention at all stages during the editorial process. An easy online submission facility and an open online access option, by means of which papers can be published without any access restrictions. In keeping with its mission, the journal offers free online subscriptions to academic institutions in developing countries.
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DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
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Societal Impact & Inclusivity (SCImago)
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisInternational Journal of Developmental Biology (abbr: Int. J. Dev. Biol, ISSN: 0214-6282) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Biology, published by University of the Basque Country Press in Spain since 1989. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 2.10, ranking in quartile Q3 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.517 (Q2), an H-index of 123.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Bimonthly, an annual output of approximately 46 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Gold OA model with an estimated APC of $2,903 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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