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Journal of Xenobiotics is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal on xenobiotics published bimonthly online by MDPI since Volume 10, Issue 1 (2020). It is indexed in Scopus, ESCI (Web of Science), PubMed, PMC, CAPlus / SciFinder, and Embase, and reports JCR Q1 in Toxicology and CiteScore Q2 in Pharmacology.
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Subject
Toxicology
Impact Factor
4.4
Quartile
Q1
Open Access Type
Open
ISSN
2039-4705
eISSN
2039-4713
Invitation Only
No
Cost Range
CHF 1600 article processing charge; local VAT or sales tax added if applicable.
Submission Instructions
Journal of Xenobiotics accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.
Article
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required for submission. The cover letter must explain the paper’s significance in the context of existing work, explain its fit with the journal’s scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and agree to its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract should be about 200 words maximum. Abstract must be a single paragraph written in a structured style without headings.
Manuscript
Article must include the sections Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials and Methods, Results, Discussion, and Conclusions, with Conclusions being optional. Three to ten keywords must follow the abstract, and articles with several authors must include a short paragraph specifying the individual contributions of each author.
References
References may be submitted in any citation style if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end of the manuscript with the required bibliographic details.
Figures & Tables
In Microsoft Word manuscripts, graphics must be inserted in the main text after the paragraph where they are first cited. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title and caption.
Review
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper’s significance in the context of existing work, explain its fit with the journal’s scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and agree to its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required as part of the front matter. The abstract should be about 200 words maximum. The abstract must be a single paragraph written in a structured style without headings.
Manuscript
Review manuscripts must include front matter with Title, Author list, Affiliations, Abstract, and Keywords, a logically organized literature review within sections and optional subsections, and back matter with Author Contributions, Acknowledgments, Conflicts of Interest, and References. Three to ten keywords must follow the abstract, and review articles must include Author Contributions, Acknowledgments, and a Conflicts of Interest section in the back matter.
References
References may be submitted in any citation style if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, listed individually at the end, and include author names, source title, article or chapter title where required, year, volume and issue where appropriate, pagination, and the full title.
Figures & Tables
In Microsoft Word manuscripts, graphics must be inserted in the main text after the paragraph where they are first cited. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and include a short explanatory title and caption.
Scoping Review
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance in the context of existing work, explain its fit with the journal's scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and agree to its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract should be about 200 words maximum. Abstract must be a single paragraph written in a structured style without headings.
Manuscript
Scoping Review manuscripts must include the sections required for free-format submissions and must include a Methods section containing a PRISMA-guidelines statement and registration information if available. Manuscripts must include three to ten keywords after the abstract, a review-author responsibility statement clarifying ideation, literature search and/or data analysis, and drafting and revision roles, and any GenAI use details in the Materials and Methods and Acknowledgments sections when applicable.
References
References may be in any style at submission if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end with full bibliographic details including the full title.
Figures & Tables
In Microsoft Word manuscripts, graphics must be inserted in the main text after the paragraph of first citation, and the PRISMA flow diagram must be included in the main text. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title and caption.
Systematic Reviews
Cover Letter
A cover letter must be included with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper’s significance, explain its fit to the journal’s scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract should be about 200 words maximum. Abstract must be a single paragraph written in a structured style without headings.
Manuscript
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses must use the same structure as research articles, with required sections including Author Information, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials & Methods, Results, Conclusions, and Figures and Tables with Captions. Three to ten keywords must follow the abstract, and review articles should include a statement specifying who conceived the work, performed the literature search and/or data analysis, and drafted and revised the manuscript.
References
References may be submitted in any citation style if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, listed individually at the end, and include full bibliographic details including the full title.
Figures & Tables
In Microsoft Word manuscripts, graphics must be inserted in the main text immediately after the paragraph where they are first cited. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title and caption.
Meta-Analyses
Cover Letter
A cover letter is required with the submission. The cover letter must explain the significance of the paper in the context of existing work, explain its fit with the journal’s scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract should be about 200 words maximum. Abstract must be a single paragraph written in a structured style without headings.
Manuscript
Meta-analyses must use the same structure as research articles, including the required sections Author Information, Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Materials & Methods, Results, Conclusions, and Figures and Tables with Captions. The manuscript must include three to ten keywords after the abstract, a statement for review authors clarifying who handled ideation, literature search and/or data analysis, and drafting and revision, and any GenAI use must be disclosed in the manuscript.
References
References may be submitted in any citation style if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, listed individually at the end, and include complete bibliographic details including the full title.
Figures & Tables
In Microsoft Word manuscripts, graphics must be inserted in the main text after the paragraph of first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title and caption.
Case Report
Cover Letter
A cover letter must be included with the submission. The cover letter must explain the paper's significance, explain its fit with the journal's scope, and confirm that all authors approved the manuscript and its submission.
Abstract
An abstract is required. Abstract should be about 200 words maximum. Abstract must be a single paragraph written in a structured style without headings.
Manuscript
Case Reports must include the sections Abstract, Keywords, Introduction, Detailed Case Description, Discussion, and Conclusions. Three to ten keywords must follow the abstract.
References
References may be submitted in any citation style if used consistently throughout the manuscript. References must be numbered in order of appearance, cited in square brackets before punctuation, and listed individually at the end of the manuscript with the required bibliographic details.
Figures & Tables
In Microsoft Word manuscripts, graphics must be inserted in the main text after the paragraph of their first citation. Figures, schemes, and tables must be numbered in order of appearance and each must have a short explanatory title and caption.
Recent Publications
Detection of polystyrene nanoplastics in biological tissues with a fluorescent molecular rotor probe
François Gagné
10.4081/xeno.2019.8147
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Behavioral effects of the neurotoxin ß-N-methylamino-L-alanine on the mangrove rivulus (Kryptolebias marmoratus) larvae
Alessandra Carion, Julie Hétru, Angèle Markey, Victoria Suarez-Ulloa, Silvestre Frédéric
10.4081/xeno.2018.7820
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An amplicon-based sequencing approach for the study of aeromycology
Hamza Mbareche, Marc Veillette, Guillaume J. Bilodeau, Caroline Duchaine
10.4081/xeno.2018.7810
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Effects of copper on the early development of Xenopus laevis: the case of CuSO4 and Bordeaux mixture solutions
P. Titran, S. Slaby, G. Marchand, A. Lescuyer, S. Lemiere, M. Marin
10.4081/xeno.2018.7809
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Effects of chronic exposure to benzophenone and diclofenac on DNA methylation levels and reproductive success in a marine copepod
Anais Guyon, Kirsty F. Smith, Maria P. Charry, Olivier Champeau, Louis A. Tremblay
10.4081/xeno.2018.7674
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to publish?
Publication time metrics are provided for submission to first decision and acceptance to publication.
Reformat to Journal of Xenobiotics using Livewrite PremiumIs a cover letter required?
A cover letter must be included with each manuscript submission. It should explain the significance of the paper, place the findings in context, explain fit with the journal scope, acknowledge any prior submission to MDPI journals, and include statements that the manuscript is not under consideration elsewhere and that all authors approved the submission.
Reformat to Journal of Xenobiotics using Livewrite PremiumWhat are the publication costs?
An article processing charge of CHF 1600 applies to papers accepted after peer review. Local VAT or sales tax is added if applicable.
Reformat to Journal of Xenobiotics using Livewrite PremiumResearch Topics
Effects and risks of endocrine disrupting chemicals
Environmental Toxicology and Ecotoxicology
Toxic Organic Pollutants Impact
Pharmaceutical and Antibiotic Environmental Impacts
Microplastics and Plastic Pollution
Pesticide and Herbicide Environmental Studies
Pesticide Exposure and Toxicity
Heavy metals in environment
Heavy Metal Exposure and Toxicity
Nanoparticles: synthesis and applications
Carcinogens and Genotoxicity Assessment
Insect and Pesticide Research
Air Quality and Health Impacts
Mercury impact and mitigation studies
Pesticide Residue Analysis and Safety
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances research
Recycling and Waste Management Techniques
Analytical chemistry methods development
Pharmacogenetics and Drug Metabolism
biodegradable polymer synthesis and properties
Marine Biology and Environmental Chemistry
Computational Drug Discovery Methods
Aquaculture disease management and microbiota
Marine Bivalve and Aquaculture Studies
Health, Environment, Cognitive Aging
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