Nature Catalysis

Nature Catalysis, published by Springer Nature under the ISSN 2520-1158, is a premier monthly journal dedicated to publishing the highest-quality research across all fundamental and applied aspects of catalysis. Its scope encompasses heterogeneous, homogeneous, and biocatalysis, bridging molecular-level insights with practical chemical and energy conversion processes. The journal covers a broad array of topics, including but not limited to catalyst design, reaction mechanisms, sustainable synthesis, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and industrial catalytic processes, with a strong emphasis on studies that offer significant conceptual or technological advances. Nature Catalysis features a range of article types, including original research articles, reviews, perspectives, and news & views, ensuring comprehensive coverage of both cutting-edge discoveries and critical analysis of the field. The target audience is interdisciplinary, comprising academic researchers, industrial chemists, and engineers working in catalysis, materials science, chemistry, and chemical engineering. While the journal is not fully open access, it offers an open access option for authors who wish to make their work freely available. Notably, with an Impact Factor of 48.300 as of 2026, Nature Catalysis is positioned in the JCR Q1 quartile and stands among the most elite and influential journals in the field of chemistry and catalysis. This exceptional impact factor reflects its rigorous peer-review process and its role in publishing landmark studies that define the direction of catalytic science, making it a top-tier destination for researchers seeking maximum visibility and scholarly impact.