BioMetals is an international peer-reviewed journal focusing on the fundamental role of metal ions in various scientific disciplines. Features important advances in basic and applied research for role of metal ions. Includes multiple disciplines such as medicine, biochemistry, pharmacology. Ranks in the 92nd percentile (Q1) under Agricultural and Biological Sciences, 86th percentile under Medicine (Q1), 84th percentile (Q1) under Metals and Alloys in Scopus (2024). Publishes original articles, brief reports, and review articles. Offers webinar series to authors for presenting their work.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Agricultural and Biological Sciences (miscellaneous)Q1
Inorganic ChemistryQ1
Metals and AlloysQ1
BiochemistryQ2
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (miscellaneous)Q2
BiomaterialsQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Scopus Categories
BiochemistryAgricultural and Biological Sciences (miscellaneous)Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (miscellaneous)BiomaterialsInorganic ChemistryMetals and Alloys
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Trace Elements in HealthHeavy Metal Exposure and ToxicityIron Metabolism and DisordersMetal complexes synthesis and propertiesHeavy metals in environmentAluminum toxicity and tolerance in plants and animalsPlant Micronutrient Interactions and EffectsChromium effects and bioremediationPlant Stress Responses and ToleranceInfant Nutrition and Health