CRITICAL REVIEWS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY

metrics 2024

Elevating Biotechnological Discourse with Rigorous Reviews

Introduction

CRITICAL REVIEWS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY, published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, stands as a leading journal in the field of biotechnology, consistently recognized for its rigorous peer-reviewed articles that impact the disciplines of Applied Microbiology, Biotechnology, and Medicine. With an impressive Q1 ranking in these categories and a significant influence reflected in its Scopus rankings—placing it within the top 5% of Applied Microbiology and the top 4% of Biotechnology journals—the journal serves as an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike. Launched in 1983 and extending its coverage to encompass groundbreaking findings through 2024, it provides a rich forum for insightful reviews and innovative research that propel the field forward. Though not an Open Access journal, CRITICAL REVIEWS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY remains a vital point of reference for ongoing developments, critical analyses, and emerging trends, making it indispensable for those seeking to stay at the forefront of biotechnological advancements.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.82
Journal Impact Factor8.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)9.60
H-Index123
Journal IF Without Self8.10
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.21
Influence1.59
Immediacy Index1.80
Cited Half Life5.60
Citing Half Life6.50
JCI0.91
Total Documents940
WOS Total Citations7612
SCIMAGO Total Citations18463
SCIMAGO SELF Citations206
Scopus Journal Rank1.82
Cites / Document (2 Years)11.16
Cites / Document (3 Years)11.98
Cites / Document (4 Years)11.84

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology in Immunology and Microbiology
Rank #5/127
Percentile 96.06
Quartile Q1
Biotechnology in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #13/311
Percentile 95.82
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 13/174
Percentile 92.80
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 46/174
Percentile 73.56
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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