BIOFOULING

Biofouling (ISSN 0892-7014) is a monthly peer-reviewed journal published by Taylor & Francis in the United Kingdom, dedicated to advancing scientific understanding and practical solutions in the field of biological fouling. The journal encompasses a broad range of research topics, including the mechanisms of microbial, plant, and animal attachment and growth on artificial surfaces, the development of antifouling materials and technologies, and the environmental impacts of biofouling and its control methods. As an SCI-indexed publication, it holds a 2022 impact factor of 2.7 and is categorized in the third quartile of the Engineering and Technology category by the Chinese Academy of Sciences. While it is not an open-access journal, Biofouling maintains a strong professional reputation within its specific niche, offering a balanced review process and publication difficulty that makes it an accessible yet credible venue for researchers seeking to disseminate high-quality work in biofouling science and related engineering applications.