Editor's Comparative Analysis
When choosing between Physical Review Letters and Journal of the American Chemical Society, researchers should consider the trade-off between prestige (Journal of the American Chemical Society leads with an IF of 12.70) and publication speed.
Physical Review Letters is published in US, while Journal of the American Chemical Society is headquartered in US. Both titles are verified via the JournalsHub Live Indexing Tracker for 2026.
| Academic Metric | Physical Review Letters | Journal of the American Chemical Society |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Publisher | American Physical Society | American Chemical Society |
| Country of Origin | US | US |
| Established | 1958 | 1879 |
| Editor-in-Chief | See Website | See Website |
| Scientific Influence | ||
| Current Impact Factor |
6.75
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12.70
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| Indexing Status |
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| Review Speed (Decision) | Unknown | Unknown |
| Acceptance Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Access & Publication Fees | ||
| Open Access Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| APC Fee (Estimated) | $3,135.00 | $5,000.00 |
Historical Impact Factor Comparison
About Physical Review Letters
Physical Review Letters is a prominent academic journal specializing in Physical Sciences and Physics. Published by American Physical Society 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 0031-9007. With a current impact factor of …
View Full ProfileAbout Journal of the American Chemical Society
Journal of the American Chemical Society is a prominent academic journal specializing in Chemistry and Physical Sciences. Published by American Chemical Society 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 0002-7863. With a current …
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