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5 year Impact Factor
6.538

Editor-in-Chief
Christine Raines

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The Journal of Experimental Botany publishes papers that describe novel and rigorous research addressing broad principles in plant science.

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Special Issues

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Legumes: from Food Security to Climate Change

Labs contributing to this special issue have undertaken research and breeding to improve pulse crops, together with innovative production agronomy which contributes to the sustainability of cropping systems. The reviews and research together form an invaluable resource for the research community and policymakers.

Jasmonate Flower

The Flowering of Jasmonate Research

Recognizing 10 years of research on JAZ proteins, since the 2007 landmark breakthrough, this Special Issue celebrates what we have learnt, interprets recent discoveries, and provides stimulating new perspectives in jasmonate research.

Chickpea

Crop Performance Under Drought

This virtual issue accompanies the journal's support for InterDrought V in Hyderabad, India (21-25 February 2017).

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In addition to its regular issues, the Journal of Experimental Botany publishes Special Issues comprising of reviews and articles from a specialised meeting or session.

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The Flowering Newsletter (FNL)

The Flowering Newsletter (FNL) is the platform of the International Working Group on Flowering and aims to be an authoritative source of information on the latest research developments concerning flowering and flowers.

Darwin Reviews

Darwin Reviews are the Journal of Experimental Botany’s most prestigious review series and topics are carefully chosen in the most progressive fields of research. Darwin Review authors are selected for their expertise and long-standing reputation.

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  1. Authors are offered free Open Access publication for research papers if their institution subscribes to the JXB.
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