AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY

metrics 2024

Elevating Knowledge, Enhancing Public Health

Introduction

American Journal of Epidemiology is a premier peer-reviewed journal published by Oxford University Press, focusing on the advancement of epidemiological knowledge and methodology since its inception in 1921. With an ISSN of 0002-9262 and E-ISSN 1476-6256, this influential journal serves as a vital resource for researchers and practitioners worldwide, highlighting significant epidemiological findings and fostering dialogue within the field. Ranked in the Q2 category of Epidemiology and holding a commendable 80th percentile in Scopus' ranking, the journal continues to play a significant role in shaping public health policies and practices. Although the journal is not open access, it remains accessible through institutional subscriptions, ensuring comprehensive discourse on pressing epidemiological issues. By continuously publishing high-quality research that informs disease prevention and control strategies, the American Journal of Epidemiology stands at the forefront of epidemiological inquiry, promoting improved health outcomes on a global scale.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.84
Journal Impact Factor5.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)5.10
H-Index288
Journal IF Without Self5.00
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor4.99
Influence2.49
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life14.70
Citing Half Life7.70
JCI1.29
Total Documents8201
WOS Total Citations36711
SCIMAGO Total Citations112457
SCIMAGO SELF Citations4153
Scopus Journal Rank0.84
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.66
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.57
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.74

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Epidemiology in Medicine
Rank #30/148
Percentile 79.73
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 33/403
Percentile 91.90
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 48/403
Percentile 88.09
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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