Applied Animal Science
Published by Elsevier
ISSN : 2590-2873 eISSN : 2590-2865
Abbreviation : Appl. Anim. Sci.
Aims & Scope
Applied Animal Science (AAS, formerly known as The Professional Animal Scientist) is a peer-reviewed scientific journal and the official publication of the American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists (ARPAS).
ARPAS provides certification of professional status for qualified members of the registry, strengthens animal sciences among the professions, and promotes animal sciences and the work of animal scientists.
Continual education is required of all certified professionals to keep abreast of rapidly changing technology and discovery in their fields.
In continuous publication since 1985, the journal is a leading outlet for animal science research.
The journal welcomes novel manuscripts as original research, reviews, short communications, and technical notes about use or application of research-based information in the animal sciences and agricultural production systems.
Topics considered for publication include, but are not limited to, forages and feed science, management and production, physiology and reproduction, welfare and behavior, health, genetics, food science (meats and dairy foods), nutrition, extension and teaching, and sustainability and integrated systems.
Manuscripts involving dairy and beef cattle, swine, poultry, horses, sheep, goats, or other species that serve mankind are welcome.
Manuscripts on animal and farm management related to disease control and prevention, animal well-being, microbiology, agricultural economics, and environmental opportunities or challenges are also encouraged.
Themed special issues may also be considered for publication.
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Impact Factor
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 1.5 |
| 2024 | 1.40 |
SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 0.459 |
Quartile
| Year | Value |
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| 2024 | Q2 |
Journal Rank
| Year | Value |
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| 2024 | 12417 |
Journal Citation Indicator
| Year | Value |
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| 2024 | 284 |
Impact Factor Trend
Abstracting & Indexing
Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.
Subjects & Keywords
Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.