CONTINENTAL SHELF RESEARCH

metrics 2024

Diving Deep into Coastal Conservation and Policy

Introduction

CONTINENTAL SHELF RESEARCH, published by PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD, is an esteemed journal within the fields of Aquatic Science, Geology, and Oceanography, reflecting a compelling intersection of these disciplines. Since its inception in 1982, this journal has served as a premier platform for disseminating cutting-edge research relevant to the continental shelf ecosystem, including its geological features, biological resources, and physical processes. With a Category Quartile ranking of Q1 in Aquatic Science and prominent Q2 standings in Geology and Oceanography, it is recognized for its rigorous peer-review standards and impactful contributions, evidenced by its respective rankings in Scopus. Researchers and professionals are encouraged to engage with the journal's array of high-quality articles that not only enhance scientific understanding but also inform policy and conservation efforts. This dedication to advancing knowledge makes CONTINENTAL SHELF RESEARCH an essential resource for those passionate about marine and coastal studies in the United Kingdom and globally.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.66
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index129
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.79
Influence0.61
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life12.40
Citing Half Life13.20
JCI0.76
Total Documents4000
WOS Total Citations9876
SCIMAGO Total Citations27404
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2204
Scopus Journal Rank0.66
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.32
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.55
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.54

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #76/321
Percentile 76.32
Quartile Q1
Aquatic Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #76/247
Percentile 69.23
Quartile Q2
Oceanography in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #46/145
Percentile 68.28
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

OCEANOGRAPHY
Rank 27/65
Percentile 59.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

OCEANOGRAPHY
Rank 30/65
Percentile 53.85
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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