This journal focuses on the study of viruses and the immune system's response to them. Research includes viral pathogenesis, host immune responses, and the development of vaccines and therapies against viral infections. Topics cover a range of viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, influenza, hepatitis viruses, and noroviruses, as well as the role of immune cells and molecules in viral diseases.
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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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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
VirologyQ3
ImmunologyQ4
Molecular MedicineQ4
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
ImmunologyVirology
Scopus Categories
ImmunologyVirologyMolecular Medicine
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Immune Cell Function and InteractionHIV Research and TreatmentAnimal Virus Infections StudiesHerpesvirus Infections and TreatmentsViral gastroenteritis research and epidemiologyCytomegalovirus and herpesvirus researchViral Infections and VectorsHepatitis B Virus StudiesRespiratory viral infections researchVirus-based gene therapy research