ACTA ALIMENTARIA

metrics 2024

Elevating knowledge in food microbiology and safety.

Introduction

ACTA ALIMENTARIA is a renowned journal in the field of food science, published by AKADEMIAI KIADO ZRT, based in Hungary. Since its inception in 1973, it has served as a vital platform for disseminating high-quality research on food chemistry, microbiology, nutrition, and technology, contributing significantly to the advancement of knowledge in the agricultural and biological sciences. Currently classified in the Q3 quartile of the 2023 Food Science category, the journal is positioned to address pressing issues pertaining to food safety, quality, and sustainability, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike. Although it does not currently offer open access, the journal maintains a strong reputation with a readership keenly interested in the latest developments in food science. With a Scopus rank placing it in the 38th percentile of its category, ACTA ALIMENTARIA continues to be a pivotal reference for those engaged in food research and innovation.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.23
Journal Impact Factor0.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.90
H-Index33
Journal IF Without Self0.80
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.11
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life8.40
Citing Half Life8.20
JCI0.19
Total Documents1395
WOS Total Citations814
SCIMAGO Total Citations2194
SCIMAGO SELF Citations205
Scopus Journal Rank0.23
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.90
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.04
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.10

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Food Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #241/389
Percentile 38.05
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 150/173
Percentile 13.60
Quartile Q4
NUTRITION & DIETETICS
Rank 94/114
Percentile 18.00
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 149/173
Percentile 13.87
Quartile Q4
NUTRITION & DIETETICS
Rank 96/114
Percentile 15.79
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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