Acta Geophysica

metrics 2024

Innovating Insights into Earth's Dynamic Processes.

Introduction

Acta Geophysica is a distinguished peer-reviewed journal published by Springer International Publishing AG, focusing on the dynamic field of Geophysics. With an ISSN of 1895-6572 and an E-ISSN of 1895-7455, this journal stands as a critical platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and advancements from 2006 to 2024. Acta Geophysica maintains a respectable impact factor, reflecting its contribution to the global scientific community, where it ranks in the Q2 category within Geophysics, and is positioned 55 out of 165 in Scopus' Earth and Planetary Sciences, placing it in the 66th percentile. Based in Switzerland, the journal invites submissions that address a diverse range of topics, including seismic studies, geodynamics, and climate change impacts, thereby fostering in-depth discussions and innovative solutions in geophysical research. Access to the journal's content is offered through subscription-based options, ensuring a sustainable model for high-quality scientific exchange. By connecting researchers, professionals, and students, Acta Geophysica plays a vital role in advancing the understanding of Earth's processes and contributing to the field's evolution.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.46
Journal Impact Factor2.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.10
H-Index45
Journal IF Without Self2.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.63
Influence0.41
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life4.30
Citing Half Life8.90
JCI0.61
Total Documents2233
WOS Total Citations2848
SCIMAGO Total Citations7306
SCIMAGO SELF Citations826
Scopus Journal Rank0.46
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.23
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.34
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.38

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geophysics in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #55/165
Percentile 66.67
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOCHEMISTRY & GEOPHYSICS
Rank 45/101
Percentile 55.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOCHEMISTRY & GEOPHYSICS
Rank 46/101
Percentile 54.46
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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