AMERICAN JOURNAL OF FORENSIC MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY

metrics 2024

Transforming Insights into Forensic Solutions

Introduction

The American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology is a pivotal publication within the field of forensic science and pathology, dedicated to disseminating influential research and advancements in the evaluation of death and injury in legal contexts. Published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, this journal, which has been in circulation since 1980, serves as a vital resource for professionals, researchers, and students focused on intersecting disciplines such as medicine and forensic investigations. While it holds a respectable Q3 ranking in both the Medicine (Miscellaneous) and Pathology and Forensic Medicine categories as of 2023, the journal's impact is underscored by its contributions to the ongoing dialogue on forensic practices and methodologies. The American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology provides a platform for innovative papers that shape the future of forensic science, also offering insights through case studies, reviews, and research articles that cater to its diverse readership. With an ISSN of 0195-7910 and E-ISSN 1533-404X, the journal continues to support the scholarly community in advancing knowledge within this critical field.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.38
Journal Impact Factor1.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.00
H-Index65
Journal IF Without Self1.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.20
Influence0.29
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life13.60
Citing Half Life9.60
JCI0.46
Total Documents2155
WOS Total Citations1670
SCIMAGO Total Citations6013
SCIMAGO SELF Citations437
Scopus Journal Rank0.38
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.92
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.95
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.97

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pathology and Forensic Medicine in Medicine
Rank #133/208
Percentile 36.06
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, LEGAL
Rank 17/23
Percentile 28.30
Quartile Q3
PATHOLOGY
Rank 70/88
Percentile 21.00
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

MEDICINE, LEGAL
Rank 18/23
Percentile 21.74
Quartile Q4
PATHOLOGY
Rank 65/88
Percentile 26.14
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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