Biotechnology Letters is a transformative journal concentrating on the applications of biological reactions influenced by microbial, plant, or animal cells and biocatalysts. A leading primary journal dedicated to the comprehensive field of biotechnology. Covers genetics and cell biochemistry, process and reactor design, pre- and post-treatment procedures, and manufacturing operations. Explores applications of biological reactions affected by microbial, plant, or animal cells and biocatalysts derived from them.
⚡ 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.
BiotechnologyQ2
Applied Microbiology and BiotechnologyQ3
BioengineeringQ3
Medicine (miscellaneous)Q3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Scopus Categories
BiotechnologyBioengineeringApplied Microbiology and BiotechnologyMedicine (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Microbial Metabolic Engineering and BioproductionEnzyme Catalysis and ImmobilizationBiofuel production and bioconversionEnzyme Production and CharacterizationMicrobial Metabolites in Food BiotechnologyViral Infectious Diseases and Gene Expression in InsectsPlant tissue culture and regenerationAlgal biology and biofuel productionFungal and yeast genetics researchBacterial Genetics and Biotechnology