Annual Review of Earth and Planetary Sciences

The Annual Review of Earth and Planetary Sciences, abbreviated as ANNU REV EARTH PL SC and holding ISSN 0084-6597, is a premier peer-reviewed journal published by Annual Reviews. As indicated by its exceptional 2026 Impact Factor of 15.600 and its placement in the JCR Q1 quartile, it stands among the most influential and highly cited publications in the geosciences. The journal’s scope encompasses the full breadth of Earth and planetary science, including solid Earth processes, atmospheric and oceanic dynamics, climate change, geobiology, planetary formation, and the evolution of the solar system. It exclusively publishes comprehensive, authoritative review articles that synthesize and critically evaluate recent advances in these fields, rather than original research papers. This format provides readers with a high-level, curated overview of rapidly developing areas, making it an essential resource for scientists, researchers, and advanced graduate students seeking to stay current across broad disciplines. The journal is subscription-based and does not offer open access as a default, though individual articles may be made available through author-funded options. A defining feature of the Annual Review series is its rigorous editorial process, where each volume’s articles are invited from leading international experts, ensuring exceptional depth, clarity, and relevance. The journal’s elite Impact Factor and top-tier quartile ranking firmly establish it as a leading voice in the field, serving as a benchmark for scholarly synthesis and a vital reference for anyone engaged in cutting-edge Earth and planetary research.