BMC NEUROSCIENCE

metrics 2024

Pioneering Research for a Deeper Understanding of the Brain

Introduction

BMC NEUROSCIENCE is a prominent open access journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research within the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of neuroscience. Published by BMC, a well-respected leader in open access publishing, this journal facilitates the free exchange of knowledge since its inception in 2000. With the ISSN 1471-2202, BMC NEUROSCIENCE aims to address the diverse interests of the neuroscience community by covering a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from cellular and molecular neuroscience to general neurological studies, thus appealing to researchers, professionals, and students alike. Although it currently holds a Q4 ranking in Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience and a Q3 rank in miscellaneous Neuroscience categories, its commitment to advancing the understanding of brain function and disorders remains steadfast. The journal features a user-friendly Open Access model, ensuring that critical research findings are readily accessible to everyone, fostering collaboration and innovation in the field. As the journal continues to evolve towards its convergence years of 2024, it aspires to enhance its impact and global reach, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in advancing neuroscience research.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.67
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.90
H-Index112
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.47
Influence0.75
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life11.40
Citing Half Life8.90
JCI0.65
Total Documents2138
WOS Total Citations4681
SCIMAGO Total Citations19219
SCIMAGO SELF Citations258
Scopus Journal Rank0.67
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.39
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.55
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.77

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Neuroscience in Neuroscience
Rank #70/113
Percentile 38.05
Quartile Q3
Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience in Neuroscience
Rank #74/97
Percentile 23.71
Quartile Q4

IF (Web Of Science)

NEUROSCIENCES
Rank 195/310
Percentile 37.30
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

NEUROSCIENCES
Rank 195/310
Percentile 37.10
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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