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Springer Nature has announced a open-access special collection titled "Genetics and Molecular Biology of Animals" , published under The Journal of Basic and Applied Zoology . This collection aims to bring together cutting-edge original research focusing on the genetic and molecular mechanisms that govern animal development, physiology, evolution, adaptation, and biodiversity. Key Collection Details Parameter Details Collection Title Genetics and Molecular Biology of Animals Journal The Journal of Basic and Applied Zoology Publisher Springer Nature Indexing Web of Science (ESCI), Scopus Journal Impact Factor 1.7 Publication Model Open Access (OA) Article Processing Charge (APC) No Fee (Fully covered by the Specialized Presidential Council for Education and Scientific Research) Submission Deadline September 01, 2026 Official Submission Link Springer Collection Page Topics of Interest Researchers and academics are invited to submit original research manuscripts across a wide ar...

In its ongoing effort to maintain indexing quality and curb unethical or predatory publishing practices, Scopus continuously monitors and re-evaluates journals indexed in its database. Below is a detailed breakdown of the 14 journal titles that have recently experienced indexation updates (either complete Discontinuation or Journal Change Policy ) based on the latest Scopus title updates. What Does This Mean for Authors and Researchers? 1. Difference Between "Discontinuation" and "Journal Change Policy" Discontinuation : The journal has been officially removed from Scopus indexing (typically flagged via automated radar tools, publication volume anomalies, or peer review quality concerns). Articles published after the listed cutoff issue will not be indexed in Scopus. Journal Change Policy : Indicates administrative, structural, or publishing model changes (e.g., changes in publisher, publication frequency, Open Access conversion, or ongoing re-evaluation). While ...