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About the Applied Physics B format

Applied Physics B is a peer-reviewed journal published by Springer Nature, covering Advanced Fiber Laser Technologies, Spectroscopy and Laser Applications, Laser Design and Applications.

PublisherSpringer Nature
Reference styleSuperscript numbered (Nature)
Superscript — small raised numerals in the text
1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. Applied Physics B 12, 45–58 (2023).

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Publishes research inAdvanced Fiber Laser Technologies Spectroscopy and Laser Applications Laser Design and Applications Solid State Laser Technologies Laser-Matter Interactions and Applications
ISSN0946-2171
Citation impact (2-yr)1.99
h-index164
i10-index6,493
Total citations285,499
Article processing charge$3,590
Top institutions publishing hereCentre National de la Recherche Scientifique
Journal websitewww.springer.com
You getA submission-ready PDF and the editable LaTeX source — ready to submit.

Papers published in Applied Physics B per year

244
2014
263
2015
342
2016
287
2017
239
2018
252
2019
187
2020
184
2021
228
2022
195
2023
218
2024
239
2025

Citation impact of Applied Physics B by publication year

4.7K
2014
4.9K
2015
5.7K
2016
4K
2017
3.5K
2018
3.1K
2019
2.2K
2020
1.7K
2021
2.1K
2022
973
2023
709
2024
302
2025

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Applied Physics B template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Applied Physics B format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Applied Physics B template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official Springer Nature format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Applied Physics B use?
Applied Physics B uses Superscript numbered (Nature) references, shown as superscript numerals in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A., Jones, B. & Lee, C. A representative article title. Applied Physics B 12, 45–58 (2023).
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Applied Physics B?
No. DocuGuru generates the sn-jnl LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Springer Nature-ready Applied Physics B 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 Applied Physics B template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Applied Physics B format with correct headings, figures, tables, and superscript citations.
Who publishes Applied Physics B?
Applied Physics B is a multidisciplinary journal published by Springer Nature. DocuGuru's Applied Physics B template matches Springer Nature's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready Applied Physics B PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Applied Physics B template (the sn-jnl class) that is ready to submit to Springer Nature, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Applied Physics B template cost?
You can start writing in the Applied Physics B template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Applied Physics B PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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