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About the Learning & Behavior format

Learning & Behavior is a peer-reviewed journal published by Springer Nature, covering Memory and Neural Mechanisms, Behavioral and Psychological Studies, Child and Animal Learning Development.

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

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Publishes research inMemory and Neural Mechanisms Behavioral and Psychological Studies Child and Animal Learning Development Primate Behavior and Ecology Animal Behavior and Reproduction
ISSN1543-4494
Citation impact (2-yr)1.62
h-index62
i10-index452
Total citations19,822
Article processing charge$2,890
Top institutions publishing hereUniversity of Kentucky
Journal websitelink.springer.com
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Papers published in Learning & Behavior per year

34
2014
43
2015
48
2016
50
2017
63
2018
28
2019
53
2020
49
2021
59
2022
58
2023
40
2024
37
2025

Citation impact of Learning & Behavior by publication year

409
2014
747
2015
529
2016
863
2017
870
2018
263
2019
588
2020
412
2021
319
2022
221
2023
118
2024
34
2025

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Learning & Behavior template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Learning & Behavior format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Learning & Behavior 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 Learning & Behavior use?
Learning & Behavior 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. Learning & Behavior 12, 45–58 (2023).
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Learning & Behavior?
No. DocuGuru generates the sn-jnl LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a Springer Nature-ready Learning & Behavior 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 Learning & Behavior template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Learning & Behavior format with correct headings, figures, tables, and superscript citations.
Who publishes Learning & Behavior?
Learning & Behavior is a multidisciplinary journal published by Springer Nature. DocuGuru's Learning & Behavior template matches Springer Nature's official submission format.
Can I export a submission-ready Learning & Behavior PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Learning & Behavior template (the sn-jnl class) that is ready to submit to Springer Nature, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
How much does the Learning & Behavior template cost?
You can start writing in the Learning & Behavior template for free. Exporting the final submission-ready Learning & Behavior PDF and LaTeX source is part of DocuGuru's paid plans — see the app for current pricing.
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