Small

Small is a leading international, interdisciplinary journal dedicated to the nanoscience and nanotechnology community. Published by Wiley-VCH, the journal serves as a premier platform for the dissemination of groundbreaking research at the micro- and nanoscale. Its comprehensive scope encompasses a wide array of topics, including the synthesis, characterization, and application of functional materials; nanoelectronics; nanophotonics; nanomedicine; micro- and nanofluidics; energy conversion and storage; and advanced microscopy and imaging techniques. The journal publishes a rich variety of article types, including high-impact Research Articles, comprehensive Reviews, rapid Communications, and forward-looking Concepts and Perspectives, all of which undergo rigorous peer review. With an impressive 2026 Impact Factor of 11.800, Small is firmly positioned in the JCR Q1 quartile, reflecting its exceptional influence and high citation rate within the materials science and nanoscience fields. The target audience is broad, comprising academic researchers, industrial scientists, and engineers working across chemistry, physics, biology, materials science, and engineering who are focused on innovations at the small scale. A notable feature of Small is its commitment to author choice, offering both subscription-based and open access publishing options to maximize the reach and accessibility of published research. As a flagship title in its discipline, Small consistently ranks among the top journals for nanoscience and nanotechnology, making it an essential resource for the latest advances and a highly respected venue for publishing seminal work.