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Aims and Scope of PLoS Biology
PLOS Biology is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal covering all aspects of biology. Publication began on October 13, 2003. It was the first journal of the Public Library of Science. The editor-in-chief is Nonia Pariente. Less
Key Metrics
CiteScore 
14.9
Eigenfactor
0.05 - 0.1
H-Index
293
Impact Factor
5 - 10
Scite Index
0.92 5-Year SI
SJR
Q1Neuroscience (miscellaneous)
SNIP
2.53
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Topics Covered on PLoS Biology
PLoS Biology Journal Specifications
| Overview | |
| Publisher | PUBLIC LIBRARY SCIENCE |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Article Processing Charges | USD 5300 |
| Publication Time | 28 |
| Editorial Review Process | Anonymous peer review |
| General Details | |
| Language | English |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Publication Start Year | 2003 |
| Publisher URL | Visit website |
| Website URL | Visit website |
| Publication Details | |
| Editorial Review Detail | |
| Information for authors | |
| Author instructions | Visit website |
| Copyright Details | Visit website |
| Deposit Policy | Sherpa/Romeo |
| License type | CC BY |
| OA statement | Visit website |
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