Astronomy (ISSN 2674-0346) is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal covering observational and theoretical astronomy, astrophysics, astroparticle physics, cosmology, and gravitational physics. It also includes aspects of space research.
Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
2674-0346
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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, 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
2021
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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.
Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)Q2
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Cosmology and Gravitation TheoriesStellar, planetary, and galactic studiesBlack Holes and Theoretical PhysicsPulsars and Gravitational Waves ResearchGalaxies: Formation, Evolution, PhenomenaAstronomy and Astrophysical ResearchAstrophysical Phenomena and ObservationsGamma-ray bursts and supernovaeAstro and Planetary ScienceSolar and Space Plasma Dynamics