Development Genes and Evolution Journal Citation Rate 2026
0949-944X
eISSN 1432-041X
Springer Science+Business Media
DE
Q1 Quartile Established Impact
About Development Genes and Evolution
Development Genes and Evolution (DGE) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Animal Genetics and Reproduction and Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation, published by Springer Science+Business Media in DE, catalogued under ISSN 0949-944X (e-ISSN 1432-041X). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 4.92 (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 subscription model (APC ~$3490 USD). OpenAlex records 6,284 works and 147,993 citations, with an h-index of 127.
Development Genes and Evolution Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Development Genes and Evolution has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 4.92, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Animal Genetics and Reproduction 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.
Development Genes and Evolution operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Development Genes and Evolution 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 Development Genes and Evolution against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Development Genes and Evolution
- Budget $3490 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Animal Genetics and Reproduction, Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation, Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
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| ISSN (Print) | 0949-944X |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1432-041X |
| Publisher | Springer Science+Business Media |
| Country | Germany |
| APC / Cost | $3490 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Development Genes and Evolution is published by Springer Science+Business Media and based in Germany. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 3490.
In our subject taxonomy, Development Genes and Evolution is classified under Animal Genetics and Reproduction, Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation, Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior and Marine Ecology and Invasive Species.
Development Genes and Evolution is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
Its most recent citation rate stands at 4.917.
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| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4.917 | 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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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
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