Editor's Comparative Analysis
When choosing between Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and PLoS ONE, researchers should consider the trade-off between prestige (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences leads with an IF of 6.68) and publication speed.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences is published in US, while PLoS ONE is headquartered in US. Both titles are verified via the JournalsHub Live Indexing Tracker for 2026.
| Academic Metric | Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences | PLoS ONE |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Publisher | Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences | Public Library of Science |
| Country of Origin | US | US |
| Established | 1914 | 2006 |
| Editor-in-Chief | See Website | See Website |
| Scientific Influence | ||
| Current Impact Factor |
6.68
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2.22
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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 | Full OA |
| APC Fee (Estimated) | $3,500.00 | $1,805.00 |
Historical Impact Factor Comparison
About Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences. Published by Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is a subscription-based publication identified …
View Full ProfileAbout PLoS ONE
PLoS ONE is a prominent academic journal specializing in Life Sciences and Medicine. Published by Public Library of Science in US, the journal serves as an essential platform for researchers to share high-quality scholarly work. It is fully Open Access publication identified by ISSN 1932-6203. With a current impact factor …
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