Foundations of Physics is a single-blind peer-reviewed journal that provides a forum for discussing the conceptual structures and foundational aspects at the highest professional level, among scientists, mathematicians and philosophers. The journal welcomes in particular: Contributions on special and general relativity, quantum theory, classical and quantum field theory, quantum gravity, unified theories, thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, cosmology and information theory. Review-type articles, which may be in the form of perspective papers or essays. Prospective authors of review-type articles are encouraged to first contact the Editor-in-Chief with their proposal. Proposals for topical collections that review novel developments from different perspectives.
⚡ 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.
History and Philosophy of ScienceQ1
PhilosophyQ1
Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)Q2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Scopus Categories
PhilosophyHistory and Philosophy of SciencePhysics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Quantum Mechanics and ApplicationsRelativity and Gravitational TheoryQuantum Information and CryptographyCosmology and Gravitation TheoriesAdvanced Thermodynamics and Statistical MechanicsNoncommutative and Quantum Gravity TheoriesPhilosophy and History of ScienceQuantum and Classical ElectrodynamicsBlack Holes and Theoretical PhysicsBiofield Effects and Biophysics