Frontiers in Physics Impact Factor 2025

Frontiers in Physics is an open-access journal published by Frontiers Media SA, covering research across the full spectrum of physics including theoretical physics, condensed matter physics, particle physics, optics, photonics, computational physics, and interdisciplinary physics applications. The journal publishes original research, reviews, and perspectives advancing the frontiers of physical sciences.

According to the 2026 Journal Citation Reports, Frontiers in Physics holds a Journal Impact Factor of 2.2, placing it in Q2 within the PHYSICS, MULTIDISCIPLINARY category. The journal provides a platform for both fundamental and applied physics research.

OVERVIEWAbout Frontiers in Physics Journal

Frontiers in Physics publishes peer-reviewed research spanning theoretical physics, condensed matter and materials physics, particle and field physics, optics and photonics, atomic, molecular and optical physics, biophysics, computational physics, and interdisciplinary physics. The journal welcomes contributions that advance fundamental understanding or present novel applications of physics principles.

The editorial team is led by Field Chief Editor James Evans. The editorial board comprises physicists, applied scientists, and interdisciplinary researchers from institutions worldwide. A complete list of Editorial Board members is available on the journal’s website.

IMPACT FACTORFrontiers in Physics Impact Factor

The Journal Impact Factor (JIF) is calculated by dividing the number of citations received in the JCR year by the total number of citable items published in the previous two years. Frontiers in Physics’ Impact Factor of 2.2 reflects steady citation activity across its multidisciplinary coverage of physics research.

The journal’s multidisciplinary scope attracts submissions from researchers working at the intersections of physics with materials science, biology, engineering, and computational sciences.

EDITORIALFrontiers in Physics Editorial Board Members

Field Chief Editor: James Evans

The editorial board includes physicists and interdisciplinary researchers with expertise spanning theoretical physics, condensed matter physics, optics, computational physics, and applied physics. Board members represent leading research institutions worldwide. A complete list of Editorial Board members is available on the journal’s website.

PUBLICATIONFrontiers in Physics Publication Fee (APC)

Frontiers in Physics operates under an open-access model with tiered article processing charges based on article type:

The APC covers editorial processing, peer review administration, typesetting, online hosting, and permanent archiving. Frontiers offers partial or full waivers for authors from low-income countries upon application.

METRICSFrontiers in Physics Journal Metrics

REVIEW PROCESSFrontiers in Physics Review Time

Frontiers in Physics prioritizes efficient publication using single-blind peer review. The typical timeline includes:

The journal employs single-blind peer review where reviewer identities are not disclosed to authors. Editorial decisions consider scientific validity, methodological rigor, novelty, and relevance to the physics community.

INDEXINGFrontiers in Physics Indexed In

Frontiers in Physics is indexed in major bibliographic databases including:

• Scopus
• Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE)
• SCImago Journal & Country Rank
• Web of Science
• INSPEC
• ADs Astronomy Abstract Service
• Google Scholar
• DOAJ (Directory of Open Access Journals)

GUIDELINESFrontiers in Physics Reference Style

Frontiers in Physics accepts manuscripts using either Harvard (Author-Date) or Vancouver (Numbered) reference styles. Authors should maintain consistency throughout their manuscript.

Harvard style example:

• Journal article: Sondheimer, N., and Lindquist, S. (2000). Rnq1: an epigenetic modifier of protein function in yeast. Mol. Cell. 5, 163-172.
• Online journal: Tahimic, C.G.T., Wang, Y., Bikle, D.D. (2013). Anabolic effects of IGF-1 signaling on the skeleton. Front. Endocrinol. 4:6. doi: 10.3389/fendo.2013.00006

Vancouver style example:

• Journal article: Sondheimer N, Lindquist S. Rnq1: an epigenetic modifier of protein function in yeast. Mol Cell (2000) 5:163-72.
• Book: Cowan WM, Jessell TM, Zipursky SL. Molecular and Cellular Approaches to Neural Development. New York: Oxford University Press (1997).

Authors can download official style files from the journal website.

ABBREVIATIONFrontiers in Physics Abbreviation

The ISO 4 standard abbreviation for Frontiers in Physics is “Front. Phys.”.

ACCEPTANCEFrontiers in Physics Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate of Frontiers in Physics reflects the journal’s commitment to publishing scientifically valid physics research while maintaining quality standards. Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific rigor, methodological soundness, novelty, and relevance to the physics community. Authors should ensure their work presents clear research questions, appropriate theoretical or experimental frameworks, and meaningful contributions to physical sciences.

SUBMISSIONFrontiers in Physics Submission Guidelines

Authors submitting to Frontiers in Physics should:

1. Ensure the manuscript falls within the journal’s scope covering physics research
2. Follow Frontiers formatting guidelines (Harvard or Vancouver reference style)
3. Prepare manuscripts using the journal’s LaTeX or Word templates
4. Include all required sections: abstract, keywords, introduction, methods, results, discussion
5. Disclose all competing interests and funding sources
6. Provide data availability statements and deposit supplementary data where applicable

Submissions are accepted through the Frontiers online submission system. Authors can track manuscript status throughout the peer review process.

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