Journal of the Optical Society of America A

About Journal of the Optical Society of America A

About Journal of the Optical Society of America A

Journal of the Optical Society of America A is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Optica Publishing Group.

Key indicators: ISSN 10847529, 15208532.

Understanding This Journal's Metrics

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

Publishing in Journal of the Optical Society of America A

When considering this journal, verify its current indexing status, editorial board, and recent publications to ensure it meets your needs for visibility and credibility.

• Author guidelines: Follow formatting, reference style, and article-type requirements exactly — non-compliant manuscripts may be returned without review.
• Submission: Submit via the official journal website.

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 Journal of the Optical Society of America A?
10847529, 15208532.

Who publishes Journal of the Optical Society of America A?
Optica Publishing Group.

Where do I submit to Journal of the Optical Society of America A?
Via the official website.

Is Journal of the Optical Society of America A peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.