Acta Cytologica

About Acta Cytologica

About Acta Cytologica

Acta Cytologica is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by 236 (Switzerland). It focuses on Q3. Publication coverage spans 1960-2026.

Key indicators: ISSN 0001-5547, 1938-2650; H-index 70.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:

• H-index (70): Strong citation impact — 70 articles cited at least 70 times each, reflecting solid influence.

Publishing in Acta Cytologica

An established venue in its field. The journal welcomes solid, well-executed research. Ensure your manuscript fits the stated scope and follows author guidelines carefully.

• Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q3. Off-scope manuscripts are typically desk-rejected quickly.
• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.

Is This Journal Right for Your Paper?

• Audience match: Will the journal's readers cite and build on your findings?
• Timeline: Higher-tier journals mean longer review and higher rejection risk. Balance prestige against your schedule.
• Indexing: Confirm indexing in Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed (if biomedical) meets your institutional requirements.
• Open access needs: Check funder mandates and whether the journal offers compliant OA options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ISSN of Acta Cytologica?
0001-5547, 1938-2650.

Who publishes Acta Cytologica?
236.

What are Acta Cytologica's metrics?
H-index 70.

Is Acta Cytologica peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.