Aims and Scope of Cell Host and Microbe
Cell Host & Microbe is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by Cell Press. The journal was first launched in March 2007 and focuses broadly on the study of microbes, with an emphasis on the interface between the microbe and its host. The journal is run by in-house editorial and production teams with full responsibility for selecting and preparing content for publication. Less
Key Metrics
CiteScore 

36.2
Eigenfactor 

0.05 - 0.1
Impact Factor 

>= 25
Scite Index 

0.93 5-Year SI

SJR 

Q1Virology

SNIP 

4.14
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Cell Host and Microbe Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | CELL PRESS |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 2007 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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