Food and Function

About Food and Function

About Food and Function

Food and Function is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Royal Society of Chemistry (United Kingdom). It focuses on Q1. Publication coverage spans 2010-2026.

Key indicators: ISSN 2042-6496, 2042-650X; H-index 143; Impact Factor 6.3.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

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

• H-index (143): Exceptionally high — 143 articles have each been cited at least 143 times. This indicates deep, sustained influence in the field.
• Impact Factor (6.3): Average citations per recent article. A solid figure indicating regular citation by the research community.

Publishing in Food and Function

This is a well-regarded journal with a solid reputation. Manuscripts should present clear advances and be methodologically rigorous. Competition is significant but the venue is accessible to strong research.

• Scope fit: Confirm your research aligns with Q1. 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 Food and Function?
2042-6496, 2042-650X.

Who publishes Food and Function?
Royal Society of Chemistry.

What are Food and Function's metrics?
Impact Factor 6.3; H-index 143.

Is Food and Function peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.