The International Journal of Tropical Insect Science is the official publication of the African Association of Insect Scientists and is the only journal devoted exclusively to the latest research in tropical and sub-tropical insect science. Each issue brings you original, peer-reviewed research findings on tropical insects and related arthropods, with special emphasis on their environmentally benign and sustainable management. The Journal's scope includes arthropod ecology and biodiversity, ethno-entomology, arthropod taxonomy, integrated pest and vector management, and environmental issues. The Journal publishes research papers, short communications and scientific notes. The Journal also includes reports of meetings and obituaries of prominent scientists, book reviews, and review and mini-review articles that are normally submitted at the invitation of the Editors.
Journal information
- Editor-in-Chief
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- Saliou Niassy
- Publishing model
- Hybrid (Transformative Journal). Learn about publishing Open Access with us
Journal metrics
- 0.536 (2019)
- Impact factor
- 0.748 (2019)
- Five year impact factor
- 97 days
- Submission to first decision
- 180 days
- Submission to acceptance
- 32,470 (2020)
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Featured Article: Fall Armyworm
Could fall armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith) invasion in Africa contribute to the displacement of cereal stemborers in maize and sorghum cropping systems?
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24th Scientific Conference of the African Association of Insect Scientists
We are delighted to announce the upcoming 24th Meeting and Scientific Conference of the African Association of Insect Scientists, which will be held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in November 2021.
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About this journal
- Electronic ISSN
- 1742-7592
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