Genetics Journal Citation Rate 2026
0016-6731
eISSN 1943-2631
Oxford University Press
US
Q1 Quartile Established Impact
About Genetics
Genetics (G) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Chromosomal and Genetic Variations and Evolution and Genetic Dynamics, published by Oxford University Press in US, catalogued under ISSN 0016-6731 (e-ISSN 1943-2631). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 4.85 (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 ~$4264 USD). OpenAlex records 22,331 works and 1,674,935 citations, with an h-index of 422.
Genetics Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Genetics has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 4.85, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Chromosomal and Genetic Variations 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.
Genetics operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Genetics 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 Genetics against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Genetics
- Budget $4264 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Chromosomal and Genetic Variations, Evolution and Genetic Dynamics, Fungal and yeast genetics research. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Genetics Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0016-6731 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1943-2631 |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Country | United States |
| APC / Cost | $4264 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Genetics is published by Oxford University Press and based in United States. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 4264.
In our subject taxonomy, Genetics is classified under Chromosomal and Genetic Variations, Evolution and Genetic Dynamics, Fungal and yeast genetics research and Genetic Mapping and Diversity in Plants and Animals.
Genetics 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 4.849.
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
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| 2025 | 4.849 | 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.
Research Highlights
Recently published high-impact papers in this journal:
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BioMutation: a portable graphical user interface for mutagenesis and feature analysis in proteins, nucleic acids, and their complexes
Tushar Gupta, Pradeep Pant • 2026
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Complementary structure of statistical significance and predictive relevance in explainable machine learning–based transcriptomic tissue classification of Hanwoo cattle
Dogyeong Lee, Junyoung Lee, Inchul Choi • 2026
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CENPM as a biomarker and therapeutic target for lymph node metastasis in thyroid carcinoma
Ligong Zhang, Bing Wang, M Zhang • 2026
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S65932378
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