Pacific Science is an international, multidisciplinary journal reporting research on the biological and physical sciences of the Pacific basin. It focuses on biogeography, ecology, evolution, geology and volcanology, oceanography, paleontology, and systematics. Manuscript submissions on topics such as Pacific biodiversity, conservation, and sustainability are also encouraged. In addition to publishing original research, the journal features review articles providing a synthesis of current knowledge.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
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MultidisciplinaryQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Marine & Freshwater BiologyZoology
Scopus Categories
Multidisciplinary
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Coral and Marine Ecosystems StudiesMarine and coastal plant biologyPacific and Southeast Asian StudiesPlant and animal studiesMarine Biology and Ecology ResearchMarine and fisheries researchMarine animal studies overviewIsotope Analysis in EcologyEcology and Vegetation Dynamics StudiesSpecies Distribution and Climate Change