10th Anniversary
The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of C — Journal of Carbon Research (C), a peer-reviewed open access journal on carbon research. With an Impact Factor of 3.9 and a CiteScore of 1.6, the journal is covered in ESCI (Web of Science), Scopus, CAPlus/SciFinder, and other databases. The journal has published more than 700 papers from more than 2800 authors. More than 1500 reviewers have reviewed for the journal on at least one occasion. We value the contributions made by our editors, authors, and reviewers equally.
In honor of the journal’s 10th anniversary, we are reflecting on our past accomplishments and embarking on an exciting new chapter. We invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone for our journal and to explore the content we have prepared for you below.
Journal History
The inaugural issue was released. C was published as a quarterly journal.
C published its 100th paper.
C was indexed in Emerging Sources Citation Index—Web of Science (Clarivate Analytics).
C announced the first edition of the Best Paper Award.
C received its first Impact Factor (4.1).
C was indexed in Scopus—Elsevier.
The Spanish Carbon Group (GEC) became affiliated with C.
The Editorial Office of C led its first booth at the World Carbon Conference 2024.
Key Figures
Testimonials
The year 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of C — Journal of Carbon Research (C), a peer-reviewed open access journal on carbon research. Starting from scratch, C has emerged as a dynamic force in the field of carbon research and has been accepted into ESCI (Web of Science), Scopus (Elsevier), and other databases. Our success has been inseparable from the contribution of our outstanding editors, reviewers, and authors. To celebrate this exciting anniversary, we are honored to have invited some of them to share their experiences publishing with C.
"C is a journal that has managed to gain the trust of researchers in these 10 years and I am happy to collaborate and contribute to its issues as
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"C is a journal that has managed to gain the trust of researchers in these 10 years and I am happy to collaborate and contribute to its issues as an author or as a Guest Editor. I trusted the journal to publish an article of mine many years ago, before the journal was even included in the Scopus database or had IF, and the result impressed me. I wish you even greater success in the future!"
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"As a foundational member of the editorial board of C—Journal of Carbon Research, I have enjoyed seeing the journal's progress over the past 10 years. As an author, I
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"As a foundational member of the editorial board of C—Journal of Carbon Research, I have enjoyed seeing the journal's progress over the past 10 years. As an author, I can testify that the journal provides fast but thorough reviews and highly professional manuscript editing, which is rare nowadays. This leads to the fast publication of quality papers. This is a journal to consider for your next publication, whether you work on graphene, MXenes, or other carbon and carbon-containing materials”.
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"Congratulations on celebrating a decade of excellence! C—Journal of Carbon Research has been a beacon of insightful discourse and innovation in its field. My personal experience in collaborating with C
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"Congratulations on celebrating a decade of excellence! C—Journal of Carbon Research has been a beacon of insightful discourse and innovation in its field. My personal experience in collaborating with C Journal has been inspiring marked by professionalism, creativity, and a commitment to high-quality content. Over the years, the journal has provided a platform for thought leaders, researchers, and professionals to share groundbreaking ideas that have shaped industry conversations. I extend my heartfelt congratulations on this milestone and look forward to many more years of impactful contributions to the academic and professional community. Wishing all the good luck and success to C journal".
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"As a Topical Advisory Panel Member, Guest Editor for two successful Special Issues, and author of four publications in the C—Journal of Carbon Research, I have been consistently impressed
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"As a Topical Advisory Panel Member, Guest Editor for two successful Special Issues, and author of four publications in the C—Journal of Carbon Research, I have been consistently impressed by the journal's professionalism, dedication to quality, and impact in advancing carbon materials research. The editorial team, represented by Mr. William Wang and Ms. Ksenija Bogojevic, has demonstrated exceptional support and communication, fostering an efficient and rewarding experience for authors and editors alike. The journal's commitment to innovation and collaboration makes it a premier platform for disseminating cutting-edge research in carbon science. I am proud to contribute to and collaborate with this esteemed journal".
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“Publishing in C—Journal of Carbon Research has been an excellent experience. I have had the opportunity to publish three papers in the journal, and each time, the collaboration with the
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“Publishing in C—Journal of Carbon Research has been an excellent experience. I have had the opportunity to publish three papers in the journal, and each time, the collaboration with the editorial team has been seamless and highly professional. As a regular reviewer for the journal, I can confirm the high quality of the manuscripts received. Additionally, as a member of the Topical Advisory Panel, I appreciate the journal’s commitment to advancing carbon research and promoting a dynamic scientific community. C—Journal of Carbon Research is truly a valuable platform for researchers in the field”.
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"It has been a pleasure to be part of this project and to contribute as an Editorial Board Member of C—Journal of Carbon Research. As an author, I have
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"It has been a pleasure to be part of this project and to contribute as an Editorial Board Member of C—Journal of Carbon Research. As an author, I have always had an excellent experience with the highly professional support team, who consistently enhanced the quality of my articles in an efficient and effective manner. This journal upholds high standards, offering a fast and rigorous review process. I strongly recommend it as a top choice for publishing research on carbon-based nanomaterials, particularly those addressing critical societal challenges”.
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“Being a guest editor for the Special Issue “Emerging Novel Carbon Technologies for Battery Systems” in C Journal has been a great experience. The Section Managing Editors and editorial team
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“Being a guest editor for the Special Issue “Emerging Novel Carbon Technologies for Battery Systems” in C Journal has been a great experience. The Section Managing Editors and editorial team have been incredibly supportive, enthusiastic, and easy to work with, making the whole process smooth and enjoyable. The journal covers a wide range of interesting and timely topics, providing a great platform for high-quality research in carbon-based technologies. I appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with experts in the field and contribute to the publication of valuable work. C Journal is definitely a great place for researchers to share their findings”.
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"I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to publish my research in C—Journal of Carbon Research. The rigorous peer-review process and insightful feedback from the editorial team have significantly strengthened my
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"I sincerely appreciate the opportunity to publish my research in C—Journal of Carbon Research. The rigorous peer-review process and insightful feedback from the editorial team have significantly strengthened my work. I am grateful for the platform this journal provides to advance discussions in carbon materials and their applications. Publishing here has allowed me to engage with a broader scientific community, and I look forward to contributing again in the future. Thank you for supporting innovation and fostering knowledge exchange in this vital field”.
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"I had an excellent experience publishing my paper https://doi.org/10.3390/c6020023 with C—Journal of Carbon Research. From the initial submission to final publication, the editorial team was incredibly supportive, ensuring a
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"I had an excellent experience publishing my paper https://doi.org/10.3390/c6020023 with C—Journal of Carbon Research. From the initial submission to final publication, the editorial team was incredibly supportive, ensuring a smooth and efficient process. Their editors’ timely communication and insightful guidance made a significant difference. The journal’s commitment to recognizing outstanding contributions, including the Best Paper Award their support of early-career researchers, speaks volumes about the journal’s leadership in the field. As the journal approaches its 10th anniversary, I am excited to witness its continued growth and success. I am grateful to have been part of this journey and look forward to engaging with the journal in the future”.
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"C—Journal of Carbon Research is one of the international journals providing scientists with latest knowledge in the field of synthesis, characterization, and use of C and carbon materials in
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"C—Journal of Carbon Research is one of the international journals providing scientists with latest knowledge in the field of synthesis, characterization, and use of C and carbon materials in science and technology. Since its foundation, the journal has provided ample opportunities for encouraging new findings among scientists and specialists in such important areas as CO2 capture, storage, and utilization, as well as health, biological, and environmental applications of carbon-containing nanomaterials. For this reason, all the articles published in C journal are cited repeatedly. I believe that this journal will successfully disseminate new scientific achievements worldwide for a long time”.
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“I had an extremely positive experience publishing in the C—Journal of Carbon Research. The review process was rigorous and fair, and communication with the editorial team was smooth and
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“I had an extremely positive experience publishing in the C—Journal of Carbon Research. The review process was rigorous and fair, and communication with the editorial team was smooth and efficient. I was very satisfied with the final article production, which was fast, reliable, and professional. The publication on the website was swift, efficient, and seamless”.
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"It is a great honor to celebrate the 10th anniversary of C—Journal of Carbon Research, a distinguished platform that has significantly advanced carbon science and its applications. Over the
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"It is a great honor to celebrate the 10th anniversary of C—Journal of Carbon Research, a distinguished platform that has significantly advanced carbon science and its applications. Over the past decade, the journal has fostered innovation, disseminated groundbreaking research, and contributed immensely to scientific progress in this field. Its commitment to excellence, rigorous peer review, and global reach have made it a cornerstone for researchers worldwide. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the editorial team and contributors for this remarkable achievement and wish the journal continued success in the years ahead”.
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"I would like to express my sincere appreciation for C—Journal of Carbon Research for its outstanding efficiency and clarity in the publication process. The journal's fast decision-making, time-saving approach, and
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"I would like to express my sincere appreciation for C—Journal of Carbon Research for its outstanding efficiency and clarity in the publication process. The journal's fast decision-making, time-saving approach, and transparent review process have greatly benefited researchers like myself. The well-structured feedback and clear evidence-based comments provided by the reviewers have been invaluable in refining and improving the quality of research. I highly commend C—Journal of Carbon Research for maintaining such a high standard of academic integrity and excellence”.
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"Congratulations C—Journal of Carbon Research on your 10th anniversary celebration! As essential as the carbon atom itself, C—Journal of Carbon Research MDPI has become my go-to
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"Congratulations C—Journal of Carbon Research on your 10th anniversary celebration! As essential as the carbon atom itself, C—Journal of Carbon Research MDPI has become my go-to journal for carbon research and a staple in the field. Over the years, C has establised itself as a trustworthy and leading platform for manuscripts and reviews. From fundamental carbon science to innovations in sensors, carbon capture, and sustainability, your contributions have been invaluable. Cheers and wishing C many more years of success!"
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"C—Journal of Carbon Research has been an outstanding platform for disseminating cutting-edge research in carbon materials and their applications. The journal’s commitment to scientific excellence and its ability to
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"C—Journal of Carbon Research has been an outstanding platform for disseminating cutting-edge research in carbon materials and their applications. The journal’s commitment to scientific excellence and its ability to highlight pioneering advancements have significantly contributed to the advancement of carbon science. It has been a pleasure to engage with the journal, and I look forward to witnessing its continued success in the years ahead. Congratulations on this remarkable milestone!"
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“I have been a consistent reader and reviewer of C for two years. This journal, in my humble opinion, is included in the category of high-quality journals, which publishes original
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“I have been a consistent reader and reviewer of C for two years. This journal, in my humble opinion, is included in the category of high-quality journals, which publishes original and well-researched papers concerning the use of carbon in different applications, such as health, biological, and medical applications. I highly appreciate the academic rigor and practical relevance of the editors and reviewers of the journal in screening the papers, which leads to the publishing of fruitful articles. C—Journal of Carbon Research has enriched my insight in various expertise fields, and I strongly recommend this journal for scholars who are seeking authoritative content”.
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Recruiting Early Career Editorial Board Members for C — Journal of Carbon Research
We are recruiting Reviewer Board Members for C — Journal of Carbon Research (ISSN: 2311-5629). If you are an active researcher in the field and are passionate about promoting the publication of cutting-edge research, please contact the C Editorial Office [email protected]) to apply for this role. Please visit the following link for more information (https://www.mdpi.com/about/announcements/9953).