Plant Cell and Environment

PLANT CELL AND ENVIRONMENT is a leading international journal, published by Wiley, that occupies a premier position at the intersection of plant biology and environmental science. With an ISSN of 0140-7791 and a 2026 Impact Factor of 6.9000, it is ranked in the top tier (Q1) of the JCR, reflecting its high citation impact and influence within the field. The journal’s scope encompasses the full spectrum of how plants interact with their biotic and abiotic surroundings, with a strong emphasis on the physiological, biochemical, and molecular mechanisms underlying these responses. Core topics include photosynthesis, water relations, nutrient uptake, stress tolerance (drought, salinity, temperature extremes, pathogens), and the integration of environmental signals at the cellular and whole-plant level. It publishes a diverse array of article types, including original research papers, comprehensive reviews, rapid communications, and technical advances, all of which undergo rigorous peer review. The target audience is broad, comprising academic researchers, plant physiologists, molecular biologists, ecophysiologists, and agricultural scientists who seek cutting-edge, mechanistic insights into plant-environment interactions. A notable feature is its hybrid open access model, offering authors the option to make their work freely available, thereby enhancing global dissemination. As a Q1 journal with an impact factor well above 6.0, PLANT CELL AND ENVIRONMENT is widely regarded as a top-tier outlet for high-quality, impactful research, consistently setting the standard for studies that bridge molecular biology with ecological and environmental context.