01-16-2013 This international journal publishes original and strikingly new research across the field of botany. Topics range from the molecular to ecosystem level, and include questions from all areas of botanical science, with particular emphasis on molecular, analytical, mathematical, and statistical techniques. Published monthly, the journal also produces at least one extra issue per year on a particular theme of interest in plant biology. The journal is managed by the Annals of Botany Company, a not-for-profit educational charity, and it is recognized for its rigorous review process. Articles include research papers, short communications, review articles (both invited and submitted), and book reviews. This journal is of interest to plant biology researchers across specialties and is recommended for academic and special botany collections. (Zhe-Heimerman, Kari)