Journal Guide

Physics and Chemistry of Minerals is an international journal devoted to publishing articles and short communications of physical or chemical studies on minerals or solids related to minerals. Coverage emphasizes applications of modern techniques or new theories and models to interpret atomic structures and physical or chemical properties of minerals. The range of topics includes relationships between atomic structure and crystalline state; general solid state spectroscopy; experimental and theoretical analysis of chemical bonding in minerals; physical properties; relations between thermal expansion, compressibility, elastic constants, and fundamental properties of atomic structure, particularly as applied to geophysical problems; electron microscopy in support of physical and chemical studies; computational methods in the study of the structure and properties of minerals; mineral surfaces, and more.

Physics in Perspective seeks to bridge the gulf between physicists and non-physicists through historical and philosophical studies that typically display the unpredictable as well as the cross-disciplinary interplay of observation, experiment, and theory that has occurred over extended periods of time in academic, governmental, and industrial settings and in allied disciplines such as astrophysics, chemical physics, and geophysics. The journal also publishes first-person accounts by physicists of significant contributions they have made, biographical articles, book reviews, and guided tours of historical sites in cities throughout the world. It strives to make all articles understandable to a broad spectrum of readers – scientists, teachers, students, and the public at large.


Bibliographic Data
Phys. Perspect.
1 volume per year, 4 issues per volume
approx. 120 pages per issue
Format: 15.5 x 23.5cm
ISSN 1422-6944 (print)
ISSN 1422-6960 (electronic)

Physics of Atomic Nuclei (Yadernaya fizika) was founded in 1965 as the leading Russian journal on elementary particles and nuclei. The topics covered are the experimental and theoretical studies of nuclear physics: nuclear structure, spectra, and properties; radiation, fission, and nuclear reactions induced by photons, leptons, hadrons, and nuclei; fundamental interactions and symmetries; hadrons (with light, strange, charm, and bottom quarks); particle collisions at high and superhigh energies; gauge and unified quantum field theories, quark models, supersymmetry and supergravity, astrophysics and cosmology. The journal is intended for researchers, nuclear engineers, and universities.

The Physics of Metals and Metallography (Fizika metallov i metallovedenie) was founded in 1955 by the USSR Academy of Sciences. Its scientific profile covers the theory of metals and metal alloys, their electrical and magnetic properties, as well as their structure, phase transformations, and principal mechanical properties. The journal publishes scientific reviews and papers written by experts involved in fundamental, application, and technological studies. The annual volume of publications amounts to 250 papers submitted from 100 leading national scientific institutions.

The journal Fizika Elementarnykh Chastits i Atomnogo Yadr of the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR, Dubna) was founded by Academician N.N. Bogolyubov in August 1969. The Editors-in-chief of the journal were Academician N.N. Bogolyubov (1970–1992) and Academician A.M. Baldin (1992–2001). Its English translation, Physics of Particles and Nuclei, appears simultaneously with the original Russian-language edition. Published by leading physicists from the JINR member states, as well as by scientists from other countries, review articles in this journal examine problems of elementary particle physics, nuclear physics, condensed matter physics, experimental data processing, accelerators and related instrumentation ecology and radiology.

The journal Physics of Particles and Nuclei Letters, brief name Particles and Nuclei Letters, publishes the articles with results of the new and original theoretical, experimental, scientific-technical, methodological and applied research. Subject matter of articles covers: theoretical physics, elementary particle physics, relativistic nuclear physics, nuclear physics and related problems in other branches of physics, neutron physics, condensed matter physics, physics and engineering at low temperatures, physics and engineering of accelerators, physical experimental instruments and methods, physical computation experiments, applied research in these branches of physics and radiology, ecology and nuclear medicine.

The academic journal Physics of Wave Phenomena presents reviews, research papers, letters, and brief communications elucidating recent theoretical and experimental achievements in modern physics of oscillations and waves. Coverage includes a variety of applications in fundamental areas of phenomenology and technology. The journal provides a broad interdisciplinary forum for active researchers in these related fields, and is of particular interest to students, scientists, and working engineers. Physics of Wave Phenomena was published first in 1993 as an international topical supplement to the well-known Bulletin of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Physics. Since 2003 the journal is published under the current title, which best reflects its scope.

The journal Physics of the Solid State presents the latest results from Russia’s leading researchers in condensed matter physics at the Russian Academy of Sciences and other prestigious institutions. Coverage includes all areas of solid state physics including solid state optics, solid state acoustics, electronic and vibrational spectra, phase transition, ferroelectricity, magnetism, and superconductivity. The journal also presents review papers on the most important problems in solid state physics.

Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants aims to publish novel research findings as well as reviews and commentaries in all areas of functional plant biology for an international readership. Accordingly, the scope of the journal includes, but not limited to plant physiology, biochemistry, biophysics, bioenergetics, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, genomics and bioinformatics.·                  Fastest growing quarterly globally: to be bimonthly soon·                  Doubled its impact to 0.56 & SJR to 0.045 in the last 2 yrs ·                  h index grew from 6 to 9 in the last 2 yrs of going global·                  One of the top Asian plant journals, ahead of 180 globally·                  Indexed and abstracted in most international databases·                  Articles published from 10-15 countries every year·                  Frequent publication of thematic special issues/sections

Phytochemistry Reviews is an international review journal that publishes peer-reviewed papers in four issues annually. The journal examines topical issues, some of which result from meetings organized by the Phytochemical Society of Europe. The journal also presents original review papers advancing knowledge of plants in respect to their chemistry, function, biosynthesis, effects on other plants, animal physiology and pathology. Also covered is the application of such knowledge in agriculture and industry. Invited meeting papers are complemented with other review papers resulting in a thorough overview of the status of all areas in phytochemistry.The Editor-in-Chief is Robert Verpoorte, Institute of Biology Leiden, The Netherlands.Phytochemistry Reviews now indexed in ISIWe are pleased to announce that the 2011 Impact Factor for Phytochemistry Reviews – the journal’s first – is 4.333.

The journal is ranked 17 of 190 in the category plant sciences.

Phytoparasitica is an international journal that publishes original research contributions on the biological, chemical and molecular aspects of Entomology, Plant Pathology, Virology, Nematology, and Weed Sciences, including insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and other biocides. Emphasis is laid on new approaches in the control of pests and diseases. Phytoparasitica publishes also Guest Editorials, invited reviews and research notes. 5-Year Impact Factor: 0.621

Pilot and Feasibility Studies encompasses all aspects of the design, conduct and reporting of pilot and feasibility studies in biomedicine. The journal publishes research articles that are intended to directly influence future clinical trials or large scale observational studies, as well as protocols, commentaries and methodology articles. The journal also ensures that the results of all well-conducted, peer-reviewed, pilot and feasibility studies are published, regardless of outcome or significance of findings.

Pituitary is an international publication devoted to basic and clinical aspects of the pituitary gland. It is designed to publish original, high quality research in both basic and pituitary function as well as clinical pituitary disease.

The journal is divided into several sections including: Molecular Biology of Pituitary Hormones
Translational Regulation of Hormone Secretion and Action
Comprehensive Reviews with Clinical Focus
Diagnosis and Treatment of Pituitary DisordersPituitary is directed at basic investigators, physiologists, clinical adult and pediatric endocrinologists, neurosurgeons and reproductive endocrinologists interested in the broad field of the pituitary and its disorders. The Editorial Board has been drawn from international experts in basic and clinical endocrinology. The journal offers a rapid turnaround time for review of manuscripts, and the high standard of the journal is maintained by a selective peer-review process which aims to publish only the highest quality

Plant Biosystems is the research journal edited by the Societa Botanica Italiana. Published three times a year, the journal is open to papers dealing with all aspects of plant biology, systematics, and ecology. Research studies containing novel and significant findings, from the molecular level to ecosystems and from micro-organisms to flowering plants, are welcome. Plant Biosystems succeeded 'Giornale Botanico Italiano', the historical journal of the Societa Botanica Italiana, from the year 1997. Plant Biosystems has been conceived in consideration of the recent progress in botanical research. An editorial board has been devised to ensure that all the main trends of contemporary plant science are represented. Manuscripts are classified as 'Full Paper', 'Rapid Report' or 'Short Communication'. A Rapid Report is intended for publication, in a concise form, of new and relevant findings. The classification as Rapid Report is determined by the Editor. A Short Communication (no more than two printed pages) is for a concise but independent report. It is not intended for publication of preliminary results. Review articles are also published, but only upon invitation by the Editor. An international panel of highly qualified referees warrants the highest scientific standard. Disclaimer The Societa Botanica Italiana and Taylor & Francis make every effort to ensure the accuracy of all the information (the 'Content') contained in its publications. However, The Societa Botanica Italiana andTaylor & Francis and its agents and licensors make no representations or warranties whatsoever as to the accuracy, completeness or suitability for any purpose of the Content and disclaim all such representations and warranties whether expressed or implied to the maximum extent permitted by law. Any views expressed in this publication are the views of the authors and are not the views of the Societa and Taylor & Francis.

Plant Biotechnology Reports offers original, peer-reviewed articles dealing with all aspects of fundamental and applied research in the field of plant biotechnology. Coverage extends to molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, cell and tissue culture, production of secondary metabolites, metabolic engineering, genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. Plant Biotechnology Reports emphasizes studies on plants indigenous to the Asia-Pacific region and studies related to commercialization of plant biotechnology. Plant Biotechnology Reports does not exclude studies on lower plants including algae and cyanobacteria if these studies are carried out within the aspects described above.The editor in chief is Jang R. Liu, of the Korea Research Institute of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Daejeon, Korea.

Plant Cell Reports publishes original, peer-reviewed articles dealing with new advances in all aspects of fundamental research and technology in plant cell science and in plant genetics and molecular biology. The coverage includes such topics as genomics and genetics, biochemistry, physiology, phytopathology, morphogenesis, gene transfer and expression, abiotic and biotic stress, molecular pharming.The journal also publishes opinion papers and review articles on the latest developments and new advances in research and technology in plant molecular biology and biotechnology. Papers selected for publication contribute significant new advances to clearly identified technological problems or biological questions. The articles will prove relevant beyond the narrow topic, of interest to a readership with broad scientific background.5-Year Impact Factor: 2.826 (2012)*