BIOORGANIC & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY

metrics 2024

Exploring the Nexus of Biology and Medicine

Introduction

BIOORGANIC & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY, published by Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd, is a prominent journal in the fields of biochemical research and drug discovery, with an ISSN of 0968-0896 and an E-ISSN of 1464-3391. Established in 1993, it has garnered respect and recognition, evidenced by its categorization in various quartile ranks across 2023, including Q2 in Clinical Biochemistry and Pharmaceutical Science. It holds significant Scopus rankings, placing it in the 75th percentile in Pharmaceutical Science and 74th percentile in Organic Chemistry, highlighting its influential contributions to ongoing research and developments. This journal provides a platform for disseminating advancements in bioorganic and medicinal chemistry, focusing on innovative methodologies, therapeutic advancements, and molecular pharmacology. Although it does not follow an open-access model, it remains a key resource for researchers, professionals, and students aiming to stay at the forefront of scientific discovery in the UK and beyond. The journal’s commitment to enhancing knowledge within the biomedical community makes it an essential read for those passionate about this dynamic field.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.61
Journal Impact Factor3.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.10
H-Index187
Journal IF Without Self3.30
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.32
Influence0.56
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life10.50
Citing Half Life7.90
JCI0.83
Total Documents15191
WOS Total Citations28125
SCIMAGO Total Citations137252
SCIMAGO SELF Citations8544
Scopus Journal Rank0.61
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.28
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.33
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.34

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pharmaceutical Science in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #45/183
Percentile 75.41
Quartile Q1
Organic Chemistry in Chemistry
Rank #55/211
Percentile 73.93
Quartile Q2
Clinical Biochemistry in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #36/117
Percentile 69.23
Quartile Q2
Drug Discovery in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #50/157
Percentile 68.15
Quartile Q2
Biochemistry in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #149/438
Percentile 65.98
Quartile Q2
Molecular Medicine in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #69/178
Percentile 61.24
Quartile Q2
Molecular Biology in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #172/410
Percentile 58.05
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Rank 149/313
Percentile 52.60
Quartile Q2
CHEMISTRY, MEDICINAL
Rank 36/72
Percentile 50.70
Quartile Q2
CHEMISTRY, ORGANIC
Rank 10/58
Percentile 83.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Rank 99/313
Percentile 68.37
Quartile Q2
CHEMISTRY, MEDICINAL
Rank 33/72
Percentile 54.17
Quartile Q2
CHEMISTRY, ORGANIC
Rank 13/58
Percentile 77.59
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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