This journal publishes research on cancer biology, focusing on the molecular mechanisms driving tumor progression, metastasis, and therapeutic resistance. Studies investigate the roles of specific genes, proteins, and metabolic pathways in various cancer types, including breast, lung, prostate, and pancreatic cancers. The journal also covers research on the development of novel therapeutic strategies and the impact of environmental factors and drug resistance on cancer treatment.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
Based on the Think.Check.Submit framework by DOAJ, COPE & OASPA. All data from verified open sources.
Publication & Citation Trend
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q1
Cancer ResearchQ2
OncologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Oncology
Scopus Categories
Cancer ResearchOncologyMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Cancer-related molecular mechanisms researchMicroRNA in disease regulationCircular RNAs in diseasesRNA modifications and cancerFerroptosis and cancer prognosisCancer, Hypoxia, and MetabolismRNA Research and SplicingCancer Cells and MetastasisCancer-related gene regulationCancer Immunotherapy and Biomarkers