Applied Physics A Journal Citation Rate 2026
0947-8396
eISSN 1432-0630
Springer Nature
DE
Q2 Quartile Established Impact Fast Review
About Applied Physics A
Applied Physics A (AP) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Gas Sensing Nanomaterials and Sensors and Laser Material Processing Techniques, published by Springer Nature in DE, catalogued under ISSN 0947-8396 (e-ISSN 1432-0630). As of 2026, it has a 2023 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.67 (Q2 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model. OpenAlex records 25,299 works and 507,706 citations, with an h-index of 198.
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 44 days.
Applied Physics A Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Applied Physics A has a 2023 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 2.67, placing it in the Q2 quartile within the Gas Sensing Nanomaterials and Sensors research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Applied Physics A operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 44 days — fast by sector standards.
Researchers looking to publish in Applied Physics A should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Applied Physics A against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Applied Physics A
- The average time from submission to first decision is 44 days, which is moderate for the field.
- This journal covers Gas Sensing Nanomaterials and Sensors, Laser Material Processing Techniques, Laser-induced spectroscopy and plasma. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 0947-8396 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1432-0630 |
| Publisher | Springer Nature |
| Country | Germany |
| APC / Cost | Inquire with Publisher |
| Review Speed | ~44 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
Applied Physics A is published by Springer Nature and based in Germany.
In our subject taxonomy, Applied Physics A is classified under Gas Sensing Nanomaterials and Sensors, Laser Material Processing Techniques, Laser-induced spectroscopy and plasma and Semiconductor materials and devices.
For prospective authors, Applied Physics A returns a first decision in about 44 days (moderate for its field).
Its most recent citation rate stands at 2.666.
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| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2.666 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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