Lippincott Williams and Wilkins · United States · Est. 1993
ISSN1473-5601
SJR Q4✓ Scopus / SJR
5
/ 100
High Risk
Score Breakdown
✓ Scopus Q4+5
Total5
Journal Impact Factor
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SJR Score
0.212
H-Index
41
Total Works
691
Total Citations
7,988
2yr Mean Citedness
0.00
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Retractions
2
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Aims & Scope✦ Inferred from recent articles
This journal publishes research on microbial infections, including bacterial and fungal pathogens, their resistance to antimicrobial agents, and potential therapeutic strategies. Articles cover topics such as antibiotic resistance mechanisms, the development of new treatments like photodynamic therapy and natural antimicrobials, and the role of specific microorganisms in various diseases including COVID-19, cholecystitis, and oral health.
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⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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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.
Microbiology (medical)Q4
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
Microbiology (medical)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Antibiotic Resistance in BacteriaBacterial Identification and Susceptibility TestingAntimicrobial Resistance in StaphylococcusBacterial biofilms and quorum sensingClostridium difficile and Clostridium perfringens researchViral gastroenteritis research and epidemiologyPneumonia and Respiratory InfectionsMycobacterium research and diagnosisGut microbiota and healthStreptococcal Infections and Treatments