Cell Journal Citation Rate 2026
0092-8674
eISSN 1097-4172
Elsevier
US
Q1 Quartile Hybrid Top Tier Verified Publisher
About Cell
Cell (C) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Cell Biology and Genetics, published by Elsevier in US and in circulation since 1974, catalogued under ISSN 0092-8674 (e-ISSN 1097-4172). As of 2026, it has a 2024 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 64.50 (Q1 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 hybrid open-access model (APC ~$9900 USD). OpenAlex records 27,037 works and 9,018,880 citations, with an h-index of 1229.
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 94 days.
Cell Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Cell has a 2024 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 64.50, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Cell Biology 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.
Cell operates a hybrid open-access model — authors may pay an APC of approximately $9900 USD to make individual articles open access, while the rest remain subscription-only. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 94 days.
Researchers looking to publish in Cell 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 Cell against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Cell
- Be prepared for a longer review cycle — decisions typically take around 94 days.
- Budget $9900 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Cell Biology, Genetics, Life Sciences. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Cell Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0092-8674 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1097-4172 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Country | United States |
| Established | 1974 |
| APC / Cost | $9900 USD |
| Review Speed | ~94 days to first decision |
| h-index | 1234 |
| Total Works | 26,925 |
| Total Citations | 9,063,765 |
| 2-yr Mean Citedness | 40.83 (OpenAlex) |
In-depth profile & metrics
Cell is published by Elsevier, based in United States and in publication since 1974. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 9900.
In our subject taxonomy, Cell is classified under Cell Biology, Genetics and Life Sciences.
Cell is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
For prospective authors, Cell returns a first decision in about 94 days (longer for its field).
OpenAlex records 26,925 works that have together drawn 9,063,765 citations, giving the journal an h-index of 1234; its citation rate has risen over the last 5 years, from 36.200 (2019) to 64.500 (2024); OpenAlex puts its two-year mean citedness at 40.83.
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Live Indexing Status
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
The impact factor has grown by 78% over the last 5 years (from 36.200 to 64.500), indicating rising influence and citation activity in its field.
Citation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 64.500 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2023 | 61.275 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2022 | 66.800 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2021 | 41.500 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2020 | 38.600 | 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.
Works Published per Year (2014–2025)
Annual publication volume sourced from OpenAlex. Current year omitted (partial data).
Publication & citation history by year
| Year | Works published | Citations received |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 512 | 15,141 |
| 2024 | 581 | 43,181 |
| 2023 | 457 | 57,869 |
| 2022 | 424 | 72,253 |
| 2021 | 522 | 128,975 |
| 2020 | 612 | 239,636 |
| 2019 | 583 | 185,793 |
| 2018 | 653 | 223,799 |
| 2017 | 556 | 238,336 |
| 2016 | 722 | 241,476 |
| 2015 | 699 | 246,442 |
| 2014 | 672 | 244,431 |
Journal at a Glance
Source: OpenAlex — refreshed daily.
Top Research Topics
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Research Highlights
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