Metabarcoding and Metagenomics is a peer-reviewed open access scientific journal that publishes original research articles, reviews, and short communications in the fields of molecular ecology, biodiversity, and evolutionary biology. The journal covers topics such as DNA barcoding, environmental DNA (eDNA), microbial ecology, population genetics, phylogenetics, and bioinformatics. It aims to provide a platform for researchers to share their findings and contribute to the advancement of these fields.
⚡ 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.
Animal Science and ZoologyQ1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsQ1
Insect ScienceQ1
Nature and Landscape ConservationQ1
Plant ScienceQ1
GeneticsQ2
Molecular BiologyQ2
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Ecology
Scopus Categories
Animal Science and ZoologyGeneticsNature and Landscape ConservationInsect SciencePlant ScienceEcology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsMolecular Biology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Environmental DNA in Biodiversity StudiesMicrobial Community Ecology and PhysiologyIdentification and Quantification in FoodProtist diversity and phylogenyGenomics and Phylogenetic StudiesSpecies Distribution and Climate ChangeDiatoms and Algae ResearchPlant and animal studiesFish Ecology and Management StudiesMarine Ecology and Invasive Species