Color Research and Application (CRA)

Color Research and Application is a longstanding, peer‑reviewed scientific journal dedicated to the science, technology, and practical use of color across a broad range of disciplines. Since its founding in 1976, it has served as a central forum for researchers investigating fundamental aspects of color perception, measurement, and application. The scope includes colorimetry, visual and cognitive aspects of color perception, color design in art and industry, color printing and display technologies, and applications in fields such as architecture, fashion, product design, and environmental color planning. The journal bridges theoretical research and real‑world applications, welcoming studies that deepen understanding of how color functions both perceptually and technologically. Articles often explore topics like quantitative color measurement techniques, psychological effects of color, color reproduction systems, and the socio‑cultural meaning of color in design and branding. Because color plays a role in so many industries and scientific fields, the journal’s readership spans disciplines including applied physics, imaging science, human factors, ergonomics, psychology, and design science. With rigorous peer review and six issues per year, Color Research and Application continues to influence research and practice wherever color is a vital factor in technology, aesthetics, and human experience.

Color Research and Application (CRA) is :-

• International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, General Chemistry, , color design in art and industry, color printing and display technologies, and applications in fields such as architecture, fashion, product design, environmental color planning, quantitative color measurement techniques, psychological effects of color, color reproduction systems, the socio‑cultural meaning of color in design and branding , Online or Print , Bi-Monthly Journal

• UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN P-ISSN: 0361-2317, E-ISSN: 1520-6378, Established: 1976,
• Does Not Provide Crossref DOI

• Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE