The journal publishes original research papers and review articles on all aspects of applied microbiology and microbial biotechnology. Since its foundation in 1985, the World Journal of Microbiology & Biotechnology has provided a forum for research work directed toward finding solutions to global problems. As many of these problems, including crop productivity, public health and waste management, have major impacts in the developing world and newly-industrialized countries, the journal especially reports on advances for and from developing regions.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Applied Microbiology and BiotechnologyQ2
BiotechnologyQ2
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q2
PhysiologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Scopus Categories
BiotechnologyPhysiologyApplied Microbiology and BiotechnologyMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Biofuel production and bioconversionEnzyme Production and CharacterizationMicrobial Metabolic Engineering and BioproductionPlant-Microbe Interactions and ImmunityEnzyme Catalysis and Immobilization