BULLETIN OF THE ATOMIC SCIENTISTS

metrics 2024

Illuminating the Intersection of Politics and Nuclear Technology

Introduction

BULLETIN OF THE ATOMIC SCIENTISTS is a pivotal journal in the fields of Political Science and International Relations, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd. Established in 1946, this esteemed publication has become a key platform for scholarly discussion on critical issues related to global security, scientific policy, and the implications of nuclear technology. With an impact factor reflected in its Q3 quartile ranking in the 2023 category and a respectable Scopus rank of #256 out of 706 in its field, the journal caters to researchers, professionals, and students eager to explore contemporary scientific dilemmas and their political ramifications. While it does not offer open access, its well-researched articles are indispensable for anyone looking to understand the nuanced interplay between science and international affairs. With coverage spanning from 1946 to 2024, the journal remains an authoritative voice in a rapidly evolving domain.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.23
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.70
H-Index30
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.31
Influence0.83
Immediacy Index2.60
Cited Half Life7.50
Citing Half Life3.20
JCI0.38
Total Documents1606
WOS Total Citations980
SCIMAGO Total Citations2551
SCIMAGO SELF Citations120
Scopus Journal Rank0.23
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.79
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.72
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.95

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #256/706
Percentile 63.74
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Rank 45/165
Percentile 73.00
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL ISSUES
Rank 26/67
Percentile 61.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Rank 120/165
Percentile 27.27
Quartile Q3
SOCIAL ISSUES
Rank 42/67
Percentile 37.31
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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