FEMS Microbiology Ecology
FEMS Microbiology Ecology aims to publish high-quality papers that are original and provide a significant contribution to the understanding of microbial ecology. The journal contains Research Articles and MiniReviews on fundamental aspects of the ecology of microorganisms in natural soil, aquatic and atmospheric habitats, including extreme environments, and in artificial or managed environments.
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Quick Overview:
Journal Scope: Publishing high quality papers making novel contribution in all areas of microbial ecology, including soil, aquatic and atmospheric habitats, and natural, artificial and managed systems.
Editor-in-Chief: Max M. Häggblom
Highlights: Regular free webinars; format-free submission
Open Access? Yes
Review Process: Single-anonymized peer review.
Once a submitted manuscript passes initial assessment by the Journal’s Editor-in-Chief, it will then be passed to a handling editor to undergo peer review before making the final decision. During the peer review phase, your manuscript is typically sent to two reviewers.
Average time from submission to first decision is 35 days.
Submitting to FEMS Microbiology Letters
Ongoing Calls for papers:
Genomic Analysis and Functional Models in Microbiomes and Synthetic Consortia
Deadline: 30 December 2025
Guest editors: Ivica Dimkić and Djordje BajićPolar and Alpine Microbiology
Deadline: 28th February 2025
Guest editors: Alexandre Anesio, Carsten Suhr Jacobsen, Birgit Sattler, Liane G. Benning, and Max M. Häggblom
Submission Portal: https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/femsec
Contact the editorial Office: femsec.editorialoffice@paeditorial.co.uk
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