Finding the right journal
Learn how to choose the right journal for your research. Follow practical steps to define your goals, evaluate scope, review metrics, and effective ways of avoiding predatory publishers.
Guide to choosing where to publish
Choosing where and how to publish your research findings is an important step in your publishing journey. Here are a few suggestions to help you make an informed decision.
Where do you want to publish?
What are you aiming to publish?
What is a preprint?
Find out what a preprint is, how it differs from peer-reviewed open access publishing, and what to consider before sharing your research early. Learn about the benefits and limitations.
Article types overview
Explore the different article types available at Frontiers. Learn about formats, submission requirements, and how to choose the right type for your research.
Learn about impact and reach
What are the benefits of open access?
Discover how open access publishing boosts research visibility, accelerates innovation, supports global collaboration, and helps build a more inclusive scientific community.
How journal impact metrics work
Learn how to use journal metrics like Impact Factor, CiteScore, and more to assess journal quality, understand research impact, and choose where to publish.
Fees and funding
Frequently asked questions
Is open access right for my research?
Open access increases discoverability, speeds up sharing, and removes paywalls—so your research can reach a broader and more diverse audience.
How do I know if a journal is credible?
Look for transparent peer review policies, clear editorial leadership, indexing in major databases, and publishing metrics that reflect quality, not just quantity.
What if I don’t know where to start?
Use your research goals as a guide. Think about the audience you want to reach, the community you want to engage in, and how fast you need your work to be published.
Tools to support your decision
We’ve designed our publishing system to give you clarity and confidence at every step:
journal-level metrics and indexing information
open access platform for maximum reach
guidance on article types and preprint policies
transparent publishing fees and what they cover
step-by-step support throughout the process
Research topics
Discover how Frontiers’ Research Topics bring researchers together around emerging themes. Learn how joining and contributing to Research Topics can boost your impact and visibility.
What’s next?
Once you’ve selected your journal, it's time to prepare your manuscript and submit. Learn how to navigate the process from submission to publication—explore the next guide:
Guide to submitting your research