Frontiers of Physics is a peer‑reviewed scientific journal that publishes original research articles, reviews, and short communications in all areas of physics. The journal is published by Springer Science+Business Media in collaboration with the Chinese Physical Society and the Physical Society of Taiwan.
History and Publication
- Establishment: The journal was launched in 2006.
- Frequency: It is issued bimonthly, with six issues released each year.
- Publisher: Springer Science+Business Media, on behalf of the Chinese Physical Society and the Physical Society of Taiwan.
Scope and Content
Frontiers of Physics covers a broad spectrum of topics within physics, including but not limited to:
- Condensed‑matter physics
- Atomic, molecular, and optical physics
- Nuclear and particle physics
- Astrophysics and cosmology
- Statistical and non‑linear physics
- Interdisciplinary areas that intersect physics with engineering, materials science, and biology
The journal emphasizes high‑impact research that advances the frontiers of knowledge in these fields, and it encourages submissions that present novel theoretical developments, experimental techniques, or computational methods.
Editorial Structure
- Editor‑in‑Chief: As of the latest available information, the editor‑in‑chief is Professor Jian‑Ping Wang (affiliation: Institute of Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences).
- The editorial board comprises experts from a range of sub‑disciplines and international institutions, ensuring comprehensive peer review.
Indexing and Impact
Frontiers of Physics is indexed in major bibliographic databases, including the Science Citation Index Expanded (SCIE), Scopus, and Inspec. The journal receives an annual impact factor from Clarivate Analytics' Journal Citation Reports; the most recent impact factor reported (2023) is approximately 2.5.
Access and Archiving
The journal operates under a hybrid open‑access model: authors may choose to make their articles freely available under a Creative Commons license by paying an article processing charge, or they may publish under the traditional subscription model. Archived issues are accessible through SpringerLink, and the journal complies with standard digital preservation initiatives such as LOCKSS and Portico.
Related Publications
Frontiers of Physics is part of a family of “Frontiers” journals that span various scientific disciplines, each aiming to disseminate cutting‑edge research across a wide audience.
References
- Springer. “Frontiers of Physics – Journal Information.” https://www.springer.com/journal/11467
- Chinese Physical Society. “Frontiers of Physics.” https://cps.org.cn/Frontiers-of-Physics
Note: All information reflects the status of the journal up to the year 2023; subsequent changes to editorial leadership, impact metrics, or publishing policy may not be captured here.