The Scopus database has updated the list of indexed scientific publications. How many journals were excluded in August 2026 and for what reasons? We examine all the details in our article.
Autumn traditionally marks the period when a scholar returns to research work after the summer break. However, if a publication in a Scopus-indexed journal is needed by a specific deadline – for example, for a dissertation defence or an academic progress report – starting the preparation of the article in autumn is not the most favourable choice. Why does the process take considerably longer than it might seem at first glance?
Are you planning to submit an article to a journal that was listed in Scopus only recently? Before clicking “submit”, it is worth checking the latest update to the journal list – its status may have changed this very month.
The new academic year begins on 1 September, bringing a heavier teaching load with it. Will there be enough time to submit a paper before then? Here is how to plan publications in advance.
Every month, Scopus updates the list of academic journals that have lost their indexing. The Scientific Publications company has prepared a list of publications that lost their indexing in June 2026, as well as the reasons for their exclusion.
An international publication requires not only a strong study, but also an understanding of where it will be indexed. Do the requirements of Scopus and Web of Science align? Why might the same journal receive a different quartile in each system? We look at how these two major citation databases differ, and what to consider when choosing a journal.