FUNCTIONAL PLANT BIOLOGY

Functional Plant Biology (ISSN 1445-4408) is a peer-reviewed international journal published by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in Australia, dedicated to advancing understanding in plant physiology, molecular biology, ecology, and environmental adaptation. As a monthly publication indexed in the Science Citation Index (SCI), it focuses on both fundamental and applied aspects of functional plant biology, with particular emphasis on the mechanisms underlying plant responses to environmental stimuli. The journal accepts a diverse range of contributions, including original experimental research, comprehensive reviews, and methodological studies, catering to a global audience of researchers interested in plant science. While its impact factor has generally remained within the range of 1 to 2 in recent years, placing it in the third or fourth quartile of the plant science category according to the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) ranking, it offers a reputable and accessible platform for disseminating high-quality scientific work. Notably, the journal is not open access and is often considered a suitable venue for mid-career researchers or specialists in specific sub-fields seeking a lower competitive barrier compared to top-tier high-impact journals, thereby providing a valuable outlet for innovative studies that may not target the highest impact metrics but contribute significantly to the field.