Microbial Biotechnology is 15! An adventure in journal parenting
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Published on: October 31, 2019
1Institute of Microbiology, Technical University of Braunschweig, Braunschweig, Germany.
Abstract:
This year, 2022, Microbial Biotechnology (MBT) celebrates its 15th birthday. In journal terms, 15 is adulthood. It has been a privilege to develop the idea, launch the journal, nurture it in its infancy and stimulate and support it during its adolescence and early adulthood. The success of MBT - its growth over the last 4 years averaging > 30%, and the highest impact factor in the field, making it the leading research journal in applied microbiology/microbial biotechnology and the most attractive to publish in - gives us enormous pleasure and satisfaction, and not a little pride.
Insights
Microbial Biotechnology (MBT) celebrates 15 years, marking its successful growth and high impact factor. It is now the leading journal in applied microbiology and microbial biotechnology.
Area of Science:
- Microbial Biotechnology
- Applied Microbiology
Background:
- Celebrating 15 years of Microbial Biotechnology (MBT) in 2022.
- Journal established as a significant platform in the field.
- Nurtured from infancy through adolescence to adulthood.
Discussion:
- MBT has experienced substantial growth, averaging over 30% annually in the last four years.
- Achieved the highest impact factor within its field.
- Recognized as the premier research journal for applied microbiology and microbial biotechnology.
Key Insights:
- Demonstrates sustained high performance and impact.
- Attracts a high volume of quality submissions.
- Solidified its position as a leading publication.
Outlook:
- Continued growth and influence in microbial biotechnology research.
- Maintaining its status as a top-tier journal.
- Further contributions to applied microbiology advancements.
