Frontiers in Systems Neuroscience publishes rigorously peer-reviewed research on the neural mechanisms underlying complex behaviors and cognitive functions. The journal covers a wide range of topics, including computational neuroscience, neural circuits, brain imaging, and neuroprosthetics. We aim to provide a platform for researchers to share their findings and advance our understanding of the brain.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Cognitive NeuroscienceQ1
Developmental NeuroscienceQ1
Neuroscience (miscellaneous)Q1
Cellular and Molecular NeuroscienceQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Neurosciences
Scopus Categories
Neuroscience (miscellaneous)Developmental NeuroscienceCellular and Molecular NeuroscienceCognitive Neuroscience
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Neural dynamics and brain functionNeuroscience and Neuropharmacology ResearchFunctional Brain Connectivity StudiesEEG and Brain-Computer InterfacesMemory and Neural MechanismsVisual perception and processing mechanismsNeuroscience and Neural EngineeringNeural and Behavioral Psychology StudiesPhotoreceptor and optogenetics researchNeurological disorders and treatments