Contact Lens & Anterior Eye

metrics 2024

Exploring the Future of Anterior Eye Care

Introduction

Contact Lens & Anterior Eye is a premier journal dedicated to advancing the field of optometry, ophthalmology, and overall visual health. Published by Elsevier, this journal boasts an impressive impact factor and is indexed with both ISSN 1367-0484 and E-ISSN 1476-5411. It stands out with a Q1 ranking in the categories of Medicine (miscellaneous), Ophthalmology, and Optometry, placing it at the forefront of scholarly research in its disciplines. With a comprehensive scope that encompasses the latest advancements in contact lens technology and anterior eye health, the journal serves as a crucial resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students aiming to enhance their knowledge and skills. The journal has been publishing cutting-edge research since its inception in 1997 and continues to pave the way in ophthalmic research through high-quality, peer-reviewed articles. Although it does not currently offer Open Access options, its availability through institutional subscriptions ensures that critical research reaches its intended audience effectively.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.28
Journal Impact Factor4.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index64
Journal IF Without Self4.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.66
Influence0.77
Immediacy Index1.50
Cited Half Life4.90
Citing Half Life8.80
JCI1.76
Total Documents1638
WOS Total Citations3019
SCIMAGO Total Citations8563
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1572
Scopus Journal Rank1.28
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.16
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.95
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.67

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Optometry in Health Professions
Rank #1/12
Percentile 91.67
Quartile Q1
Ophthalmology in Medicine
Rank #14/137
Percentile 89.78
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

OPHTHALMOLOGY
Rank 10/95
Percentile 90.00
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

OPHTHALMOLOGY
Rank 8/95
Percentile 91.58
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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