This journal focuses on astrophysical phenomena, including stellar evolution, nucleosynthesis, and the study of active galactic nuclei. It covers topics such as neutron-capture processes (s-process, i-process), the evolution of stars (AGB stars, massive stars, white dwarfs), and the characteristics of BL Lacertae objects and their jets. The journal also addresses cosmological models, the Hubble tension, and observational techniques in astronomy.
Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
2075-4434 / 2075-4434
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Indexed in a trusted database?
Scopus, DOAJ
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Peer review process documented?
Single-blind
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
N/A
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
Swiss National Library
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Plagiarism detection in place?
Yes
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
English
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2019
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Astronomy and AstrophysicsQ1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Astronomy & Astrophysics
Scopus Categories
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Astrophysics and Cosmic PhenomenaStellar, planetary, and galactic studiesGalaxies: Formation, Evolution, PhenomenaGamma-ray bursts and supernovaeAstrophysics and Star Formation StudiesAstrophysical Phenomena and ObservationsAstronomy and Astrophysical ResearchRadio Astronomy Observations and TechnologyPulsars and Gravitational Waves ResearchCosmology and Gravitation Theories