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Algal Research Template

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About the Algal Research format

Algal Research is a peer-reviewed journal published by Elsevier, covering Algal biology and biofuel production, Aquatic Ecosystems and Phytoplankton Dynamics, Seaweed-derived Bioactive Compounds.

PublisherElsevier
Reference styleNumbered (Elsevier)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
[1] A. Smith, B. Jones, C. Lee, A representative article title, Algal Research 12 (2023) 45–58.

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Publishes research inAlgal biology and biofuel production Aquatic Ecosystems and Phytoplankton Dynamics Seaweed-derived Bioactive Compounds Marine and coastal ecosystems Photosynthetic Processes and Mechanisms
ISSN2211-9264
Citation impact (2-yr)4.49
h-index138
i10-index3,027
Total citations148,721
Article processing charge$3,640
Top institutions publishing hereChinese Academy of Sciences
Journal websitewww.journals.elsevier.com
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Papers published in Algal Research per year

92
2014
263
2015
316
2016
319
2017
320
2018
378
2019
406
2020
425
2021
360
2022
414
2023
503
2024
617
2025

Citation impact of Algal Research by publication year

7.2K
2014
15.7K
2015
18.7K
2016
16.4K
2017
14.9K
2018
15.5K
2019
14.9K
2020
13K
2021
7.9K
2022
6.6K
2023
4.5K
2024
1.6K
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in Algal Research

Techno-economic evaluation of microalgae harvesting and dewatering systems

F. Fasaei, Johannes H. Bitter, P.M. Slegers et al. · 28 Feb 2018

Microalgal biomass is processed into products by two main process steps: 1) harvesting and dewatering; and 2) extraction, fractionation and conversion. The performance of unit operations for harvesting and dewatering is often expressed in qualitative terms, like “high energy consumption” and “low in operational cost”. Moreover, equipment is analysed as stand-alone unit operations, which do…

Algal Research template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Algal Research format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Algal Research template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Elsevier format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Algal Research use?
Algal Research uses Numbered (Elsevier) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: [1] A. Smith, B. Jones, C. Lee, A representative article title, Algal Research 12 (2023) 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Algal Research?
No. DocuGuru generates the elsarticle LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Elsevier-ready Algal Research document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the Algal Research template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Algal Research format with correct headings, figures, tables, and numbered citations.
Who publishes Algal Research?
Algal Research is a multidisciplinary journal published by Elsevier. DocuGuru's Algal Research template matches Elsevier's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready Algal Research PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Algal Research template (the elsarticle class) that is ready to submit to Elsevier, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Algal Research template cost?
You can start writing in the Algal Research template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Algal Research PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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