CRETACEOUS RESEARCH

metrics 2024

Delving Deep into Earth's Ancient Past

Introduction

CRETACEOUS RESEARCH, published by Academic Press Ltd - Elsevier Science Ltd, is a leading journal in the field of Paleontology that has established itself as an essential resource for researchers and professionals delving into the rich tapestry of the Cretaceous period. With its ISSN 0195-6671 and E-ISSN 1095-998X, this journal boasts a prestigious placement in the academic landscape, holding a Q1 rank in the 2023 Paleontology category and proudly positioned at 21st out of 113 in the Scopus ranking, reflecting its impact factor that places it in the 81st percentile. Since its inception in 1980, CRETACEOUS RESEARCH has facilitated a deeper understanding of prehistoric life and its evolutionary processes, covering topics such as fossil discoveries, paleoecology, and biostratigraphy. This journal best serves those seeking to expand their knowledge and contribute innovative findings to the scientific discourse surrounding the Cretaceous era. As it continues to converge into the future until 2025, it remains dedicated to providing an open platform for the dissemination of high-quality research that shapes our understanding of Earth’s geological past.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.73
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.80
H-Index81
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor1.08
Influence0.43
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life7.70
Citing Half Life16.80
JCI1.05
Total Documents3402
WOS Total Citations6459
SCIMAGO Total Citations17286
SCIMAGO SELF Citations3937
Scopus Journal Rank0.73
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.86
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.91
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.89

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Paleontology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #21/113
Percentile 81.42
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOLOGY
Rank 11/60
Percentile 82.50
Quartile Q1
PALEONTOLOGY
Rank 12/56
Percentile 79.50
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOLOGY
Rank 8/60
Percentile 86.67
Quartile Q1
PALEONTOLOGY
Rank 8/56
Percentile 85.71
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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