Seed Science Research

Aims & Scope

Seed Science Research, the official journal of the International Society for Seed Science, is a leading international journal featuring high-quality original papers and review articles on the fundamental aspects of seed science, reviewed by internationally distinguished editors.

The emphasis is on the physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology and ecology of seeds.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.9
2024	2.10

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.517

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q2

h-index

Year	Value
2024	78

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	11254

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	146

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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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.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• A classification system for seed dormancy

  Citation: 1330

  Authors: Jerry M., Carol C.

• Active oxygen species and antioxidants in seed biology

  Citation: 831

  Authors: Christophe

• Plant hormone interactions during seed dormancy release and germination

  Citation: 823

  Authors: Birgit, Marc Alan, Gerhard

• Large-seeded spices are less dependent on light for germination than small-seeded ones

  Citation: 386

  Authors: P., L., K.

• Abscisic acid and the control of seed dormancy and germination

  Citation: 386

  Authors: Eiji, Masanori, Kiyoshi, Ryoichi, Mitsunori, Yuji

• Longevity of seeds stored in a genebank: species characteristics

  Citation: 368

  Authors: Christina, Lana M., Judith M.

• Phytic acid and phosphorus in crop seeds and fruits: a global estimate

  Citation: 367

  Authors: John N.A., Irene, Victor, Graeme D.

• The effects of the parent environment on seed germinability

  Citation: 320

  Authors: M.

• Understanding the mechanisms and kinetics of seed aging

  Citation: 284

  Authors: Christina

• A review of recalcitrant seed physiology in relation to desiccation-tolerance mechanisms

  Citation: 277

  Authors: N. W., Patricia

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