Main Group Chemistry
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26 papers with at least that number of citations each
Aims & Scope
Main Group Chemistry is intended to be a primary resource for all chemistry, engineering, biological, and materials researchers in both academia and in industry with an interest in the elements from the groups 1, 2, 12–18, lanthanides and actinides. The journal is committed to maintaining a high standard for its publications. This will be ensured by a rigorous peer-review process with most articles being reviewed by at least one editorial board member. Additionally, all manuscripts will be proofread and corrected by a dedicated copy editor located at the University of Kentucky.
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CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
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Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) Classification
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Academic Intelligence Overview & Context
ImpaQ AnalysisMain Group Chemistry (abbr: Main Group Chem, ISSN: 1024-1221) is a peer-reviewed international scholarly journal in the field of Chemistry, published by IOS Press in Netherlands. The periodical holds a Journal Impact Factor (JIF) of 1.80, ranking in quartile Q3 of Web of Science (SCIE), a Scopus SJR indicator of 0.265 (Q3), an H-index of 26.
The journal enforces rigorous peer evaluation with a publication frequency of Quarterly, an annual output of approximately 55 scientific articles. In terms of accessibility and author fees, it operates under the Subscription model with an estimated APC of $2,474 USD. It serves as a benchmark publication platform for academics, researchers, and doctoral candidates seeking global research visibility.
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