Biological Theory

metrics 2024

Shaping the Future of Biological Discourse

Introduction

Biological Theory is an esteemed academic journal published by Springernature, focusing on the interdisciplinary realms of ecology, evolution, behavior, and philosophy of science. With an ISSN of 1555-5542 and an E-ISSN of 1555-5550, the journal had its converged years from 2006 to 2011 and from 2013 to 2024, reflecting its commitment to ongoing scholarly dialogue. Notably, it holds a prestigious Q2 ranking in Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics, and an impressive Q1 ranking in History and Philosophy of Science, highlighting its influential role in shaping discussions across these fields. The journal is well-received in the academic community, with Scopus rankings placing it in the 88th percentile for History and Philosophy of Science and the 59th percentile for Ecology, demonstrating its broad impact and relevance. Researchers, professionals, and students can access cutting-edge theories and critical analyses of biological concepts that contribute to a deeper understanding of life sciences without an open access model, further emphasizing the journal's significance in both historical and contemporary scientific discourse.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.47
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index39
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.13
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life9.90
Citing Half Life16.00
JCI1.25
Total Documents668
WOS Total Citations605
SCIMAGO Total Citations1806
SCIMAGO SELF Citations148
Scopus Journal Rank0.47
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.65
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.52
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.71

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

History and Philosophy of Science in Arts and Humanities
Rank #26/223
Percentile 88.34
Quartile Q1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #292/721
Percentile 59.50
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 15/104
Percentile 86.10
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 20/104
Percentile 80.77
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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