This journal publishes research on the analysis and understanding of metabolites and metabolic processes across various biological systems. Studies investigate the role of metabolites in growth, disease, and physiological responses in organisms ranging from fish and livestock to humans and plants. The journal also explores the impact of diet, environmental factors, and interventions on metabolic profiles and health outcomes.
Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
2218-1989 / 2218-1989
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Indexed in a trusted database?
WoS, 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, CLOCKSS
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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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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.
BiochemistryQ2
Endocrinology, Diabetes and MetabolismQ2
Molecular BiologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Scopus Categories
BiochemistryEndocrinology, Diabetes and MetabolismMolecular Biology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Metabolomics and Mass Spectrometry StudiesDiet and metabolism studiesGut microbiota and healthLiver Disease Diagnosis and TreatmentAdipose Tissue and MetabolismAdvanced Chemical Sensor TechnologiesCancer, Hypoxia, and MetabolismMicrobial Metabolic Engineering and BioproductionMetabolism and Genetic DisordersPhytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities