Aims and Scope of Journal of Cell Science
The Journal of Cell Science (formerly the Quarterly Journal of Microscopical Science) is a peer-reviewed scientific journal in the field of cell biology. The journal is published by The Company of Biologists. The journal is partnered with Publons, is part of the Review Commons initiative and has two-way integration with bioRxiv. Journal of Cell Science is a hybrid journal and publishes 24 issues a year. Content over 6 months old is free to read. Less
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CiteScore 

7.8
Eigenfactor 

0.01 - 0.05
Impact Factor 

< 5
Scite Index 

0.95 5-Year SI

SJR 

Q2Cell Biology

SNIP 

1.24
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| Overview | |
| Publisher | COMPANY BIOLOGISTS LTD |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Semi-monthly |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Semi-monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 1966 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
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