ALTEX-Alternatives to Animal Experimentation

metrics 2024

Empowering researchers with ethical alternatives.

Introduction

ALTEX - Alternatives to Animal Experimentation is a pioneering journal dedicated to advancing the field of humane science and promoting alternatives to animal testing. Published by SPEKTRUM AKADEMISCHER VERLAG-SPRINGER-VERLAG GMBH in Germany, this Open Access journal has been a key resource for researchers since its inception, becoming fully open since 2011. With a notable impact factor underscored by its prestigious rankings—including Q1 in Medical Laboratory Technology and Q2 in both Medicine (miscellaneous) and Pharmacology as of 2023—ALTEX is positioned at the forefront of its field. The journal's comprehensive coverage of humane alternative methods, along with its commitment to rigorous peer review and wide dissemination, makes it essential reading for professionals, researchers, and students interested in ethical research practices. By fostering dialogue and innovation, ALTEX plays a crucial role in shaping the future landscape of biomedical research.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.74
Journal Impact Factor4.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)5.00
H-Index64
Journal IF Without Self4.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.35
Influence1.04
Immediacy Index1.90
Cited Half Life5.70
Citing Half Life7.20
JCI1.32
Total Documents1030
WOS Total Citations1882
SCIMAGO Total Citations7071
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1092
Scopus Journal Rank0.74
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.96
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.22
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.02

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Medical Laboratory Technology in Health Professions
Rank #3/41
Percentile 92.68
Quartile Q1
Pharmacology in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #79/313
Percentile 74.76
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, RESEARCH & EXPERIMENTAL
Rank 52/189
Percentile 72.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, RESEARCH & EXPERIMENTAL
Rank 32/189
Percentile 83.07
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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