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| Attribute | Nature Communications |
|---|---|
| ISSN | 2041-1723 |
| Publisher | Nature Portfolio |
| Country | GB |
| Start Year | 2010 |
| Open Access | Yes (Full) |
| APC (Cost) | $6290 USD |
| Editorial & Speed Metrics | |
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| Review Speed | - |
| Days to Decision | - |
| Citation Rate (Last 5 Years) | |
| 2025 | 14.529 |
| 2024 | 16.600 |
| 2023 | 15.770 |
| 2022 | 17.700 |
| 2021 | 14.900 |
| Research Areas | Life Sciences Physical Sciences |
| Details | View |
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