Taylor & Francis is one of the largest and oldest academic publishers globally, with a robust tradition in publishing scientific literature, professional journals, and books with international reach.

History and background

The publisher's roots extend back to the 18th century; its history traces to 1798 when Richard Taylor published the Philosophical Magazine, one of the first scientific journals ever.

In 1852, chemist William Francis joined him, forming the basis of the company that gradually grew into one of the world's leading academic brands.

Today, Taylor & Francis is part of the UK-based company Informa plc and operates globally through various imprints and divisions, including famous brands like Routledge, CRC Press, Dove Medical Press, and F1000 Research.

Portfolio and publications

Taylor & Francis publishes thousands of scientific materials across disciplines, emphasizing quality, peer review, and international visibility.

• Over 2,700 peer-reviewed journals available online via the Taylor & Francis Online platform.
• Thousands of academic books, e-books, and reference works covering STEM, medicine, humanities, social sciences, and more.
• Digital books, collections, and online platforms like Routledge Handbooks Online or Routledge Encyclopedia of Modernism.

The portfolio includes materials for students, academics, libraries, practitioners, and researchers worldwide.

Focus and disciplines

Taylor & Francis covers a wide spectrum of scientific disciplines and professional areas, including:

• Humanities and social sciences (e.g., literature, history, sociology, education, economics)
• Law and legal studies
• Business and management
• Natural sciences, technology, and engineering
• Medicine and healthcare sciences

The platform is designed to connect research with practice and enable easy access to relevant information for different professional and academic communities.

Open Access and innovations in scientific publishing

Taylor & Francis is one of the largest open access publishers, offering numerous OA journals and options for authors wanting to share their research outputs freely and without barriers.

Beyond journals, the publisher also develops open access programs for books and chapters, increasing the reach of publications and their visibility in academic communication.

Mission and impact

The primary goal of Taylor & Francis is to support human progress through quality scientific information accessible to researchers, professionals, and students everywhere.

The publisher focuses on disseminating knowledge, enhancing research impact, and supporting the academic community in tackling key societal challenges.