Editor's Comparative Analysis
When choosing between Nature Communications and Cell, researchers should consider the trade-off between prestige (Cell leads with an IF of 64.50) and publication speed.
Nature Communications is published in GB, while Cell is headquartered in US. Both titles are verified via the JournalsHub Live Indexing Tracker for 2026.
| Academic Metric | Nature Communications | Cell |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Publisher | Springer Nature | Elsevier |
| Country of Origin | GB | US |
| Established | 2010 | 1974 |
| Editor-in-Chief | See Website | See Website |
| Scientific Influence | ||
| Current Impact Factor |
16.60
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64.50
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| Indexing Status |
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| Review Speed (Decision) | Unknown |
94 days
Standard
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| Acceptance Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Access & Publication Fees | ||
| Open Access Type | Full OA | Hybrid |
| APC Fee (Estimated) | $6,290.00 | $9,900.00 |
Historical Impact Factor Comparison
About Nature Communications
Nature Communications is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences. Published by Springer Nature in GB, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is fully Open Access publication identified by ISSN 2041-1723. With a current impact factor of …
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Cell is a prominent academic journal specializing in Cell Biology, Genetics and Life Sciences. Published by Elsevier in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified by ISSN 0092-8674. With a current impact factor of 64.500, Cell …
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