Molecular Plant

Molecular Plant, abbreviated as MOL PLANT (ISSN: 1674-2052), is a premier peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the dissemination of groundbreaking research in plant biology. Its scope encompasses the full spectrum of plant science, from molecular and cellular biology to genetics, development, physiology, and environmental interactions. The journal particularly emphasizes studies that provide mechanistic insights into plant processes, including signal transduction, gene regulation, epigenetics, plant-microbe interactions, and responses to abiotic stress. Additionally, it covers translational topics such as crop improvement and biotechnology, making it a vital resource for both fundamental and applied plant research. The journal publishes a diverse array of article types, including original research articles, review articles, and letters to the editor, as well as special features like "Resource" and "Breakthrough" articles that highlight datasets or methodologies of exceptional significance. Its target audience comprises academic researchers, plant scientists, molecular biologists, geneticists, and agronomists working in universities, research institutes, and the agricultural industry. Published by Cell Press in partnership with the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Shanghai Institute of Plant Physiology and Ecology, Molecular Plant is a gold open-access journal, ensuring that all content is freely accessible to the global scientific community. With an outstanding Impact Factor of 32.700 as of 2026, it is ranked in the top tier (Q1) of the JCR Plant Sciences category, consistently standing among the most influential and highly cited journals in its field. This exceptional impact factor and quartile ranking underscore its status as a leading venue for high-impact, transformative discoveries in plant molecular biology.