
Academic Journal
Q3Plant Protection Science
About Plant Protection Science
About Plant Protection Science
Plant Protection Science is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal published by Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences (Czech Republic). It focuses on Q3. Publication coverage spans 2007-2026.
Key indicators: ISSN 1805-9341, 1212-2580; H-index 34.
Understanding This Journal's Metrics
Journal metrics help researchers assess fit, but they must be interpreted in context:
- H-index (34): 34 articles have each received at least 34 citations, indicating growing recognition.
Publishing in Plant Protection Science
When considering this journal, verify its current indexing status, editorial board, and recent publications to ensure it meets your needs for visibility and credibility.
- 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 Plant Protection Science?
1805-9341, 1212-2580.
Who publishes Plant Protection Science?
Czech Academy of Agricultural Sciences.
What are Plant Protection Science's metrics?
H-index 34.
Is Plant Protection Science peer-reviewed?
Yes — it is a peer-reviewed scholarly journal indexed in major academic databases.
Open-access policies and author information
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Topics in published research
Plant Pathogens and Fungal Diseases; Plant Virus Research Studies; Insect-Plant Interactions and Control; Plant-Microbe Interactions and Immunity; Insect Pest Control Strategies; Plant Pathogens and Resistance.
OpenAlex classifies topics from published works. These topics are not the publisher’s official aims and scope.
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Journal Metrics
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Aims & Scope
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