Journal profile · FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology
ISSN 2344-2344 · eISSN 2344-5300 · AcademicPres · Romania
Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology: CAS Zone 4 · Agricultural & Forestry Sciences (2025 upgraded edition); fully open access; APC charged, amount not published; review about 75 days (submission to acceptance, publisher); 34 articles in 2025; indexed in ESCI.
Scope
Aims, scope and focus
Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology is published by AcademicPres and is in Zone 4 of Agricultural & Forestry Sciences in the CAS Journal Ranking (2025 upgraded edition). By OpenAlex counts of its recent articles, its largest topics are Phytochemicals and Antioxidant Activities, Food composition and properties and Meat and Animal Product Quality, together about 32.2% of its articles. Its main subfields are Food Science. (generated from OpenAlex topic counts and CAS ranking data)
The Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca. Food Science and Technology is an international, peer-reviewed journal that publishes high-quality research in all areas of food science and technology. The journal seeks to bridge the gap between fundamental science and applied innovation, promoting interdisciplinary research in food processing, nutrition, and public health. We welcome original articles, reviews, and short communications that contribute to advancing knowledge in the field. The journal aims to be a vibrant and inclusive scientific forum that advances the field of food science and technology. It is open to contributions from national and international research communities, encouraging collaboration across disciplines and the integration of diverse scientific perspectives. The journal welcomes Original Research Articles, in-depth Review Articles, and Short Communications, supporting the voices of both emerging researchers and leading experts. Special emphasis is placed on research that deepens scientific understanding and offers practical applications, technological innovation, and solutions to real-world challenges in the food sector. The journal aims to bridge the gap between fundamental research and applied science by fostering rigorous scientific dialogue and contributing to sustainable, safe, and efficient global development. Original Research Articles: These submissions are expected to present new findings, methodologies, and theoretical advancements that significantly contribute to the knowledge of food science and technology. Review Articles: Authors are invited to provide a comprehensive analysis of current knowledge, emerging trends, and future directions within specific subfields. Such reviews are essential for synthesizing and critically evaluating the vast landscape of scientific research. Short Communications: Recognizing the importance of rapidly and concisely disseminating preliminary findings or innovative methods, the journal solicits short communications. These pieces are particularly encouraged by young researchers and professionals at the forefront of their specialized areas. ISSN Print ISSN: 2344-2344 Online ISSN: 2344-2345 Subject areas Food Science Nutrition and Dietetics Food Chemistry Food Technology Food Safety and Quality Biotechnology
From the journal's Aims & Scope
Research area (LetPub): FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Editorial board by country: 1 in mainland China (about 4%); most named Romania 7, South Korea 2, Italy 2, Austria 2, Argentina 2 (28 members with a country) Editorial board ↗Publisher website ·
Main research topics OpenAlex counts of recent articles; shares are approximate
- Phytochemicals and Antioxidant ActivitiesMedicine14.2%
- Food composition and propertiesNursing9.1%
- Meat and Animal Product QualityAgricultural and Biological Sciences8.9%
- Fermentation and Sensory AnalysisAgricultural and Biological Sciences5.7%
- Horticultural and Viticultural ResearchAgricultural and Biological Sciences4.7%
- Probiotics and Fermented FoodsAgricultural and Biological Sciences4.4%
- Essential Oils and Antimicrobial ActivityAgricultural and Biological Sciences4.4%
- Bee Products Chemical AnalysisAgricultural and Biological Sciences4.4%
Rankings & indexing
CAS ranking and database indexing
CAS Journal Ranking
CAS Journal Ranking, upgraded edition (March 2025)Agricultural & Forestry Sciences Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Agricultural & Forestry Sciences | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Food Science & Technology | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: no
CAS Xinrui Journal Ranking (March 2026)Agricultural & Forestry Sciences Zone 4
| Level | Category | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Major | Agricultural & Forestry Sciences | Zone 4 |
| Minor | Food Science & Technology | Zone 4 |
Top journal: noReview journal: not marked
CAS Journal Ranking, previous upgraded edition (December 2023)Not covered
Not covered by this edition.
Database indexing
ESCIDOAJLetPub
International journal early-warning lists: not listed in any editionLetPub
Indexing the journal's website claims
Web of SciencePublisher website
Other: Google Scholar, AGRIS, INDEX COPERNICUS
As the journal's website lists them, not checked against each database; for Web of Science editions the records above apply.
Editions, and major and minor categories, are shown separately and never merged into one zone; check which edition your institution uses before you submit or report.
Metrics
Impact metrics and publication volume
Impact
- h-index
- 20OpenAlex ·
- i10-index
- 50OpenAlex ·
- 2-year mean citedness
- 0.78OpenAlex ·
- Self-citation rate
- 0%LetPub ·
- Share of gold OA articles
- 100%LetPub ·
Volume
- Articles per year
- 30LetPub ·
Articles by year OpenAlex count · 408 in total · the current year is incomplete
| Year | Articles | Open access | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2025 | 34 | 34 | 13 |
| 2024 | 24 | 24 | 46 |
| 2023 | 14 | 14 | 13 |
| 2022 | 15 | 15 | 26 |
| 2021 | 24 | 24 | 65 |
Sources count differently and were observed at different times, so each source's own value is kept; "publisher" marks figures from the journal's website.
Review & acceptance
Review time and acceptance
Publisher-reported review time from the journal's website
75 dayssubmission to acceptance · community reports about 8 weeks
The publisher's own definition applies; dates from this journal's articles in the last 24 months are not available yet, so the publisher's figure is used.
Figures by source
- Average review time (community reports)
- about 8 weeksLetPub ·
- Submission to acceptance
- 75 daysPublisher website ·
- Submission to publication (journal-reported)
- about 12 weeksDOAJ ·
- Peer review
- Double anonymous peer reviewDOAJ
Community reports come from authors' own submissions (confidence 0.5) and are not a promise from the journal; for publisher figures, the journal's own definitions apply.
Fees & open access
APC and open-access policy
Fully open accessDOAJ
Every article is open access; authors usually pay an article processing charge (APC).
| Source | APC | Fee waiver | License | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOAJ | EUR 250 | No | CC BY-NC-ND | |
| OpenAlex | EUR 85 | — | — | |
| LetPub | EUR 85 | No | — | |
| Publisher website | Yes, amount not published | — | — |
The journal's website is authoritative for fees; sources were observed at different times and each keeps its own value, without averaging.
Submission
Article types and submission policies (journal website)
What to prepare2 items from the author guidelines
- Abstract
- ≤ 200 words
- Keywords
- ≥ 3
Policy excerpts from the journal's websiteAI use, Open access, Peer review
- AI use
The Use of Generative AI or AI-Assisted Technology Model summary
The Use of Generative AI or AI-Assisted Technology
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Open access Open Access Policy
The BUASVM CN provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge. The papers published in the journal are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License
Source ↗Publisher website ·- Peer review Peer Review Process
The journal is dedicated to publishing high-quality scientific articles that make significant and original contributions to the field of food science and technology. All manuscripts submitted by authors worldwide undergo a rigorous blind peer review process to ensure academic integrity, originality, and relevance to the journal’s scope. To manage submissions efficiently and transparently, the jour…
Source ↗Publisher website ·
Excerpts are quoted from the journal's website; "model summary" lines are written by Workers AI and checked against the text. The journal's website is authoritative.
Profile
Publication details and official links
- Publisher
- AcademicPres
- Country or region
- Romania
- Language
- English
- ISSN
- 2344-2344
- Electronic ISSN
- 2344-5300
- Latest issue on the website
- Volume 83, Issue 2 (2026)
- Official links
- Journal homepage ↗DOAJ
- Submission system ↗Publisher website
- Author guidelines ↗DOAJ
- Aims & Scope ↗DOAJ
- APC information ↗DOAJ
- Open access statement ↗DOAJ
- License & copyright ↗DOAJ
- Peer review process ↗DOAJ
- Editorial board ↗DOAJ
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology
What CAS zone is Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology in?
In the 2025 upgraded edition of the CAS Journal Ranking, Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology is in Zone 4 of Agricultural & Forestry Sciences, and in Zone 4 of the minor category Food Science & Technology. In the 2026 Xinrui edition it is in Zone 4 of Agricultural & Forestry Sciences. Zones from different editions, and from major and minor categories, are not interchangeable.
How long does peer review take at Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology?
The publisher reports about 75 days (submission to acceptance); authors report an average review time of about 8 weeks. Article statistics cover accepted papers only, publisher figures follow the journal's own definitions, and community reports come from authors' own submissions; none is a promise from the journal.
What are the manuscript requirements of Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology?
According to the journal's author guidelines: Abstract: ≤ 200 words; Keywords: ≥ 3. A model extracted these from the author guidelines and each was checked against the text; check the latest version on the journal's website before submitting.
Where are the editorial board members of Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology based?
Of the 28 board members whose country the journal's board page names, 1 (about 4%) are in mainland China; the countries named most often are Romania (7), South Korea (2) and Italy (2). Counted from the institutions listed on the board page; for reference only.
Which databases index Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology?
According to LetPub and DOAJ records, Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology is indexed in ESCI and DOAJ. The journal's website also lists Web of Science; that list has not been checked against each database.
Is Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology open access, and what is the APC?
Bulletin of University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca-Food Science and Technology is a fully open-access journal. APC charged, amount not published.
Sources and updates
The facts on this page come from LetPub, Publisher website, OpenAlex, DOAJ; every figure is tagged with its source and the date it was observed, and conflicting values are kept per source. LetPub source page: view ↗ (archived 2026-08-26). Last updated: .