Advances in Life Course Research

metrics 2024

Connecting Research and Practice in Life Span Studies

Introduction

Advances in Life Course Research, published by Elsevier Sciences Ltd, stands at the forefront of the Life-span and Life-course Studies field. With an impressive 2023 Scopus ranking of 15 out of 63, placing it in the 76th percentile, this journal serves as a vital platform for researchers and practitioners alike to explore the profound influences of life transitions and social change over time. Since its inception in the early 2000s, it has consistently provided high-quality, peer-reviewed articles that delve into the complexities of human development and aging, making significant contributions to our understanding of the life course perspective. Although it currently does not offer open access options, its esteemed Q2 category ranking within its discipline underscores its impact and relevance in social sciences. Researchers, professionals, and students are encouraged to engage with this journal to keep abreast of significant advancements and emerging trends in the study of life courses.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.03
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index47
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.43
Influence1.29
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life6.00
Citing Half Life10.60
JCI1.44
Total Documents552
WOS Total Citations1249
SCIMAGO Total Citations2566
SCIMAGO SELF Citations190
Scopus Journal Rank1.03
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.04
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.28
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.81

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Life-span and Life-course Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #15/63
Percentile 76.19
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 64/263
Percentile 75.90
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 35/263
Percentile 86.69
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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