Biosemiotics

metrics 2024

Decoding the Language of Life: Where Biology Meets Semiotics

Introduction

Biosemiotics, published by SPRINGER, is a leading journal dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of biosemiotics, bridging the gaps between biology, linguistics, and social sciences. Established in 2008, this journal has rapidly gained recognition in the academic community, evidenced by its strong ranking within various categories, achieving a Q1 status in Linguistics and Language and notable placements in Communication and Social Sciences as of 2023. With an impressive Scopus rank that places it in the 90th percentile among Language and Linguistics journals, Biosemiotics serves as a crucial platform for researchers and professionals exploring the semiotic processes that underlie biological communication. The journal's focus on both theoretical and empirical studies is reflected in its diverse range of articles, which contribute to the understanding of sign processes in the living world. Although it does not offer open access, its contributions are vital for advancing knowledge in biosemiotics and related fields. Located in the Netherlands, at VAN GODEWIJCKSTRAAT 30, 3311 GZ DORDRECHT, Biosemiotics continues to shape dialogues around the semiotic dimensions of life, making it an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals alike.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.46
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.70
H-Index25
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.17
Influence0.71
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life6.70
Citing Half Life11.10
JCI2.83
Total Documents473
WOS Total Citations513
SCIMAGO Total Citations1225
SCIMAGO SELF Citations405
Scopus Journal Rank0.46
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.50
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.50
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.46

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #103/1088
Percentile 90.53
Quartile Q1
Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #123/604
Percentile 79.64
Quartile Q1
Communication in Social Sciences
Rank #116/511
Percentile 77.30
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 12/104
Percentile 88.90
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 3/104
Percentile 97.12
Quartile Q1
HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 11/406
Percentile 97.29
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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