Biochemical Genetics – Critical Review
Publisher: Springer Established: 1967 Frequency: Bimonthly ISSN: 0006-2928 (print) / 1573-4927 (online) Scope: Biochemical foundations of genome structure, expression, and function, including human/animal/plant genetics, evolution, molecular diagnostics, and applied genomics.
🎯 Focus and Aims
- Integrative studies in biochemical genetics, including genomics, phylogenetics, proteomics, and evolutionary biology
- Encourages methodology papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses
- Accepts research on human disorders, conservation biology, and applied molecular techniques
📊 Journal Metrics
- Impact Factor (2024): ~2.06
- 5-year IF: ~1.8
- SCImago SJR: 0.515 (Q2 in Ecology/Evolution; Q3 in Biochemistry/Genetics)
- h-index: ~48
- Trend: ↓ Decreasing IF since 2022 (antes ~2.9)
🧪 Peer Review and Submission
- Review type: Single-blind
- Time to first decision: ~7 days (median)
- Final decision: ~2.5 months (average)
✅ Strengths
- Multidisciplinary and broad scope
- Rapid initial decision, suitable for researchers needing fast feedback
- Open to systematic reviews and new techniques
- Good venue for hypothesis-driven or mid-scope genetic studies
⚠️ Limitations
- Moderate impact factor – not ideal for high-impact or groundbreaking studies
- Low specificity in audience – may dilute niche visibility
- Trending downward in visibility and citations
🔍 Comparison with Leading Journals
| Journal | Impact Factor | Focus | Review Speed | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| *Annual Review of Genetics* | ~8.7 | High-level reviews only | Slow | ✨ For maximal prestige |
| *Critical Reviews in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology* | ~6.5 | Focused, deep reviews | Moderate | 🧠 Deep dives, tough acceptance |
| Biochemical Genetics | ~2.0 | Mid-level, broad scope | Fast | 👍 Fast publication, accessible |
📝 Submission Tips
- Destaca el valor metodológico, diseño riguroso, o análisis sistemático
- Evita estudios descriptivos de interés local
- Revisa la estructura y fortalece el marco conceptual – se valora aplicabilidad general
📌 Final Assessment
Biochemical Genetics es un journal reputado de nivel medio (Q2–Q3) adecuado para estudios bien diseñados, revisiones metodológicas y trabajos con alcance técnico. No es el destino ideal para obtener máxima visibilidad o prestigio, pero sí una excelente opción para difusión rápida y revisiones sistemáticas o técnicas.