Current Microbiology

Aims & Scope

Established in 1978, Current Microbiology is a renowned scientific journal committed to advancing Microbiology. It delves into the realms of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, viruses, and the intricate interplay among microorganisms, hosts, and their environment. Supported by an international and diverse Editorial Board, Current Microbiology provides a platform for global perspectives and expertise in the field. Current Microbiology is characterized by its dynamic nature. Notably, the journal prioritizes swift manuscript handling, ensuring a first decision within two weeks. Current Microbiology publishes original research articles, short communications, reviews and letters to the editor, spanning the following sections: Infectious Diseases Antimicrobial Resistance Host-Microbe Interactions Environmental Diversity Food Microbiology Microbial Biotechnology Microbial Physiology & Metabolism Systematics Genomic Microbiology and Microbial Evolution Eukaryotic Microorganisms Viruses Important Notice for Authors If you have already submitted your manuscript via Editorial Manager, please do not submit it again through SNAPP. All revisions should also be uploaded through Editorial Manager. Your manuscript will be processed and completed within the Editorial Manager system.

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Source: OpenAlex · Each year’s green bar = citations earned by that year’s papers, counted to date — so recent years look lower simply because their papers haven’t had time to be cited yet.

SJR Quartile by Discipline

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Subject Classification