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Nature Photonics is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by the Nature Publishing Group. The editor-in-chief is Oliver Graydon. The journal covers research related to optoelectronics, laser science, imaging, communications, and other aspects of photonics and was established in January 2007. Nature Photonics publishes review articles, research papers, News and Views pieces, and research highlights summarizing the latest scientific findings in optoelectronics. This is complemented by a mix of articles dedicated to the business side of the industry covering areas such as technology commercialization and market analysis. The papers that have been published in this journal are internationally acclaimed for maintaining high research standards. The journal is regarded as top-ranking in the field of photonics. Less
Nature Photonics Key Metrics
CiteScore 
56.3
Eigenfactor
0.05 - 0.1
Impact Factor
>= 25
Scite Index
0.93 5-Year SI
SJR
Q1Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics
SNIP
7.67
Time to Accept
8
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4 to 6 months13%
7 to 9 months34%
Above 9 months53%
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Topics Covered on Nature Photonics
Photon
Quantum cascade laser
Frequency comb
Monolayer
Ultraviolet
Broadband
Time control
Room temperature
Gallium phosphide
Artificial intelligence
Light field
Nonlinear optical
Quantum metrology
Quantum information
X-ray
Optical fiber
Frequency conversion
Perovskite
Organic superconductor
Photon counting
Nature Photonics Journal Specifications
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| Publisher | NATURE PORTFOLIO |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
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FAQs on Nature Photonics
How long has Nature Photonics been actively publishing? 
Nature Photonics has been in operation since 2007 till date.
What is the publishing frequency of Nature Photonics?
Nature Photonics published with a Monthly frequency.
How many articles did Nature Photonics publish last year?
In 2023, Nature Photonics publsihed 210 articles.
What is the eISSN & pISSN for Nature Photonics?
For Nature Photonics, eISSN is 1749-4893 and pISSN is 1749-4885.
What is Citescore for Nature Photonics?
Citescore for Nature Photonics is 56.3.
What is SNIP score for Nature Photonics?
SNIP score for Nature Photonics is 7.67.
What is the SJR for Nature Photonics?
SJR for Nature Photonics is Q1.
Who is the publisher of Nature Photonics?
NATURE PORTFOLIO is the publisher of Nature Photonics.
