Molecules Impact Factor 2025

Molecules is a peer-reviewed open access scientific journal covering all aspects of chemistry and materials science. Established in March 1996 and published monthly by MDPI, it is one of the largest chemistry journals in the world by publication volume. The journal encompasses organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, natural products, analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, and biochemistry. The editor-in-chief is Farid Chemat (University of Avignon, France).

JOURNAL OVERVIEWAbout Molecules

Molecules publishes original research articles, reviews, and communications across the full spectrum of chemistry and materials science. From its origins as a print journal published by Springer-Verlag, Molecules transitioned to MDPI’s open access model in 1996 and has since grown into one of the most prolific chemistry journals worldwide. The journal maintains 24 topical sections each led by specialized section editors, covering areas from organic synthesis to nanomaterials.

IMPACT METRICSMolecules Impact Factor 2025

PUBLISHINGPublication Details

SUBMISSIONSubmission and Review Process

Molecules uses a single-blind peer review process. All manuscripts are screened by the editorial team for scope, scientific quality, and ethical compliance before being assigned to at least two independent reviewers. The journal is known for its rapid publication turnaround, facilitated by MDPI’s efficient editorial workflow system.

Time to first decision: Approximately 3 weeks
Review time: 5.2 weeks on average
Publication time after acceptance: 1 week
Acceptance rate: Approximately 65%

FEESPublication Fee

Molecules is a fully open access journal. Authors pay an article processing charge (APC) of CHF 2,700 (approximately USD 2,990) upon acceptance. MDPI offers discounts for members of affiliated societies and waivers for authors from developing countries under specific programs. There are no submission fees.

SCOPEScope and Coverage

Molecules publishes research across all major areas of chemistry and materials science including organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, medicinal chemistry, natural product chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, polymer chemistry, nanochemistry, materials science, chemical biology, food chemistry, and green chemistry approaches.

INDEXINGIndexing and Abstracting

Molecules is indexed in Scopus, Science Citation Index Expanded (Web of Science), SCImago Journal Rank, UGC-CARE, PubMed, PubMed Central, FSTA, CAPlus / SciFinder, and Reaxys. The journal is also listed in the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ). These indexations ensure global discoverability and lasting academic impact.

CITATIONCitation Style

Molecules follows MDPI’s numbered citation system. References are numbered consecutively in the order they appear in the text. Authors should use the Molecules EndNote style file or similar reference management tools available on the MDPI website.

ABBREVIATIONJournal Abbreviation

The standard ISO 4 abbreviation for Molecules is Molecules. Being a single-word journal title, it remains unchanged in abbreviated form.

EDITORIALEditorial Process and Standards

Molecules operates under MDPI’s editorial framework with an international editorial board of over 500 section editors and editorial board members. The journal follows MDPI’s editorial policies which align with COPE guidelines. All research articles undergo mandatory peer review and plagiarism screening using iThenticate before acceptance.

FAQsFrequently Asked Questions