Fottea publishes research on the taxonomy, systematics, and morphology of algae and cyanobacteria. Recent articles describe new species and varieties of diatoms, green algae, golden algae, and cyanobacteria, often using light and electron microscopy alongside molecular phylogenetic analyses. Studies also address taxonomic revisions, phylogenetic relationships, and ecological occurrences of these microorganisms in various aquatic and terrestrial habitats.
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Plant ScienceQ2
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Plant Sciences
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Plant Science
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Diatoms and Algae ResearchAquatic Ecosystems and Phytoplankton DynamicsMicrobial Community Ecology and PhysiologyProtist diversity and phylogenyBiocrusts and Microbial EcologyMarine and coastal ecosystemsAlgal biology and biofuel productionGenomics and Phylogenetic StudiesMarine and coastal plant biologyLichen and fungal ecology