Developmental Cell Journal Citation Rate 2026
1534-5807
eISSN 1878-1551
Elsevier
US
Q1 Quartile Top Tier Verified Publisher
About Developmental Cell
Developmental Cell (DC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Cellular Mechanics and Interactions and Cellular transport and secretion, published by Elsevier in US, catalogued under ISSN 1534-5807 (e-ISSN 1878-1551). 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 subscription model. OpenAlex records 6,434 works and 698,039 citations, with an h-index of 364.
Authors typically receive a first decision in around 96 days.
Developmental Cell Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Developmental Cell has a 2024 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 64.50, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Cellular Mechanics and Interactions 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.
Developmental Cell operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view. Average submission-to-decision turnaround is approximately 96 days.
Researchers looking to publish in Developmental 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 Developmental Cell against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Developmental Cell
- Be prepared for a longer review cycle — decisions typically take around 96 days.
- This journal covers Cellular Mechanics and Interactions, Cellular transport and secretion, Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Developmental Cell Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 1534-5807 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1878-1551 |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Country | United States |
| APC / Cost | Inquire with Publisher |
| Review Speed | ~96 days to first decision |
In-depth profile & metrics
Developmental Cell is published by Elsevier and based in United States.
In our subject taxonomy, Developmental Cell is classified under Cellular Mechanics and Interactions, Cellular transport and secretion, Developmental Biology and Gene Regulation and Microtubule and mitosis dynamics.
For prospective authors, Developmental Cell returns a first decision in about 96 days (longer for its field).
Its citation rate has held broadly steady over the last 1 years, from 61.275 (2023) to 64.500 (2024).
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
The impact factor has remained stable over the last 1 years (from 61.275 to 64.500), reflecting consistent citation performance.
Citation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 64.500 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
| 2023 | 61.275 | 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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