CURRENT OPINION IN SOLID STATE & MATERIALS SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Navigating the trends shaping materials science.

Introduction

CURRENT OPINION IN SOLID STATE & MATERIALS SCIENCE, published by Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd, is a premier journal in the field of materials science that offers critical insights into the latest advancements and trends in solid-state materials. With an impressive impact factor and a 2023 ranking in the top quartile (Q1) for materials science, this journal provides a platform for researchers, professionals, and students to explore and disseminate high-quality research findings. The journal covers a broad range of topics, encouraging interdisciplinary dialogue among scientists and engineers. While currently not available as open access, its rigorous selection process ensures that only the most impactful and relevant studies are published. Since its inception, CURRENT OPINION IN SOLID STATE & MATERIALS SCIENCE has established itself as an essential resource for anyone involved in the field, facilitating the rapid exchange of knowledge that is vital for advancing material innovations.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.42
Journal Impact Factor12.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)13.30
H-Index132
Journal IF Without Self12.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.74
Influence2.84
Immediacy Index2.70
Cited Half Life8.10
Citing Half Life6.30
JCI0.97
Total Documents851
WOS Total Citations5275
SCIMAGO Total Citations15397
SCIMAGO SELF Citations154
Scopus Journal Rank2.42
Cites / Document (2 Years)12.31
Cites / Document (3 Years)12.76
Cites / Document (4 Years)13.48

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Materials Science in Materials Science
Rank #16/463
Percentile 96.54
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 39/438
Percentile 91.20
Quartile Q1
PHYSICS, APPLIED
Rank 14/179
Percentile 92.50
Quartile Q1
PHYSICS, CONDENSED MATTER
Rank 8/79
Percentile 90.50
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 118/438
Percentile 73.06
Quartile Q2
PHYSICS, APPLIED
Rank 43/179
Percentile 75.98
Quartile Q1
PHYSICS, CONDENSED MATTER
Rank 18/79
Percentile 77.22
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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