This journal publishes research on the properties and applications of wood and wood-based materials. Topics include wood identification, mechanical properties of wood composites and lumber, the use of wood waste in panel production, and the impact of biological agents and environmental conditions on wood. Research also explores wood-plastic composites and the potential of different wood species for specific applications like musical instruments.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Q4
SJR Rank
Bottom 25%
General Information
Country / RegionUnited States
Primary LanguageEnglish
1st Year Published—
Annual Volume~ 21 articles / year
StatusActive
Total Publications354
Publisher OrgSociety of Wood Science and Technology
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Publication & Citation Trend
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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ForestryQ4
Materials Science (miscellaneous)Q4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
ForestryMaterials Science, Paper & WoodMaterials Science, Textiles
Scopus Categories
ForestryMaterials Science (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Wood Treatment and PropertiesTree Root and Stability StudiesForest ecology and managementNatural Fiber Reinforced CompositesBamboo properties and applicationsLignin and Wood ChemistryForest Biomass Utilization and ManagementMaterial Properties and ProcessingTextile materials and evaluationsWood and Agarwood Research