AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INFECTION CONTROL

metrics 2024

Empowering health professionals to combat infectious diseases.

Introduction

The American Journal of Infection Control is a leading peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing the field of infection prevention and control. Published by Mosby-Elsevier, this journal has been a crucial resource since its inception in 1980, focusing on the intersection of infectious diseases, public health, and health policy. As of 2023, it holds an impressive Q1 ranking in both Health Policy and Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health, while also achieving Q2 rankings in Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases. With an increasing impact factor and a strong reputation reflected in its Scopus rankings, the journal appeals to researchers, health professionals, and students committed to preventing the spread of infections and enhancing healthcare safety. Although it does not currently offer Open Access, the journal ensures broad dissemination of its vital research through various subscription options. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practices, the American Journal of Infection Control plays a pivotal role in shaping effective infection control policies and practices worldwide.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.96
Journal Impact Factor3.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.10
H-Index128
Journal IF Without Self3.80
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.14
Influence0.84
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life7.30
Citing Half Life6.40
JCI1.07
Total Documents5901
WOS Total Citations10831
SCIMAGO Total Citations42960
SCIMAGO SELF Citations4217
Scopus Journal Rank0.96
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.75
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.54
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.22

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Health Policy in Medicine
Rank #20/310
Percentile 93.55
Quartile Q1
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #50/665
Percentile 92.48
Quartile Q1
Epidemiology in Medicine
Rank #20/148
Percentile 86.49
Quartile Q1
Infectious Diseases in Medicine
Rank #55/344
Percentile 84.01
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Rank 34/132
Percentile 74.60
Quartile Q2
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 67/403
Percentile 83.50
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Rank 28/132
Percentile 78.79
Quartile Q1
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 83/403
Percentile 79.40
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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