
"Graefe's Archive" is a distinguished international journal that presents original clinical reports and clinically relevant experimental studies. Founded in 1854 by Albrecht von Graefe to serve as a source of useful clinical information and a stimulus for discussion, the journal has published articles by leading ophthalmologists and vision research scientists for more than a century. With peer review by an international Editorial Board and prompt English-language publication, "Graefe's Archive" provides rapid dissemination of clinical and clinically related experimental information.
Why publish with us
- Founded in 1854, we are a leading international journal for ophthalmologists and vision research scientists. We are the official journal of the German Ophthalmology Society, Club Jules Gonin, and the Italian Society of Vitreoretinal Surgeons.
- Our open access fees are covered by Springer Compact agreements for authors from Austria, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Manipal, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Qatar, Sweden, Switzerland, or the UK.
- We provide high levels of author satisfaction, with 96% of our published authors reporting that they would definitely or probably publish with us again.
- We welcome submissions on artificial intelligence for ophthalmology and macular hole.
Journal information
- Editors-in-Chief
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- Antonia M. Joussen,
- Srinivas Sadda,
- Taiji Sakamoto
- Publishing model
- Hybrid (Transformative Journal). Learn about publishing Open Access with us
Journal metrics
- 2.396 (2019)
- Impact factor
- 2.258 (2019)
- Five year impact factor
- 35 days
- Submission to first decision
- 102 days
- Submission to acceptance
- 545,447 (2020)
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Latest articles
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Automatic detection of leakage point in central serous chorioretinopathy of fundus fluorescein angiography based on time sequence deep learning
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Association of retinal detachment with age 50 years or younger at onset in patients with acute retinal necrosis
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Electrophysiology as a prognostic indicator of visual recovery in diabetic patients undergoing cataract surgery
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Intraocular pressure responses to walking with surgical and FFP2/N95 face masks in primary open-angle glaucoma patients
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Journal updates
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Topical collection "Breakthroughs in AI for ophthalmology"
For this topical collection we seek articles which describe novel applications and significant advances in AI for ophthalmology. Read more...
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Topical collection "Macular Holes"
For this topical collection we seek articles that provide new insights into the pathophysiology, diagnosis, natural history, prognostic factors, and/or management of lamellar or full-thickness macular holes.
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COVID-19 and impact on peer review
As a result of the significant disruption that is being caused by the COVID-19 pandemic we are very aware that many researchers will have difficulty in meeting the timelines associated with our peer review process during normal times. Please do let us know if you need additional time. Our systems will continue to remind you of the original timelines but we intend to be highly flexible at this time.
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COVID-19: free access to related research articles
Read for free COVID-19 related research articles published in Graefe's Archive
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About this journal
- Electronic ISSN
- 1435-702X
- Print ISSN
- 0721-832X
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