Frontiers in Plant Science

Frontiers in Plant Science is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing fundamental and applied knowledge across all disciplines of plant biology. Published by Frontiers, the journal holds the ISSN 1664-462X and is recognized for its rigorous peer-review and high visibility. Its scope encompasses a broad spectrum of plant science, from molecular and cellular biology to whole-organism physiology, genetics, genomics, evolution, ecology, and crop science. Specific topics include plant–microbe interactions, photosynthesis, abiotic and biotic stress responses, developmental biology, secondary metabolism, and bioenergy. The journal welcomes a wide variety of article types, including original research articles, comprehensive reviews, methods papers, perspectives, and data reports, all of which are subject to transparent and collaborative peer review. The target audience is diverse, comprising academic researchers, plant breeders, agronomists, ecologists, graduate students, and professionals in biotechnology and environmental science. A notable feature is its fully open-access model, ensuring that all published content is freely available to readers worldwide, thereby maximizing the dissemination and impact of plant science research. With a 2026 Impact Factor of 5.9000, Frontiers in Plant Science is ranked in the JCR Q1 quartile, underscoring its position as a premier venue for high-quality, influential research in the field. Its strong standing, combined with its broad topical coverage and commitment to open science, makes it an essential resource for the global plant science community.