Digest of Middle East Studies

metrics 2024

Illuminating the Complexities of the Middle East

Introduction

Digest of Middle East Studies (ISSN: 1060-4367; E-ISSN: 1949-3606), published by WILEY, is an esteemed academic journal dedicated to the exploration and dissemination of research in the complex and multifaceted domains of Middle Eastern studies. Since its inception in 1992, the journal has provided a vital platform for scholarly discourse, addressing critical themes in cultural studies, history, law, politics, and religious studies, making it a cornerstone for researchers, professionals, and students alike. Notably, the journal's respected ranking in various Scopus categories, including Q1 in History and Religious Studies, highlights its significance and impact within these fields. While not an open-access journal, it remains an essential resource for in-depth analysis and innovative insights, contributing to a greater understanding of the socio-political and cultural dynamics of the Middle East. The journal's ongoing commitment to academic excellence assures its relevance through 2024 and beyond, fostering a robust engagement with contemporary issues and historical narratives.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.22
Journal Impact Factor0.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.00
H-Index15
Journal IF Without Self0.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.05
Influence0.30
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life5.80
Citing Half Life9.40
JCI0.85
Total Documents340
WOS Total Citations162
SCIMAGO Total Citations305
SCIMAGO SELF Citations48
Scopus Journal Rank0.22
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.52
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.56
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.66

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Religious Studies in Arts and Humanities
Rank #107/644
Percentile 83.39
Quartile Q1
History in Arts and Humanities
Rank #304/1760
Percentile 82.73
Quartile Q1
Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #370/1304
Percentile 71.63
Quartile Q2
Law in Social Sciences
Rank #515/1025
Percentile 49.76
Quartile Q3
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #857/1466
Percentile 41.54
Quartile Q3
Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #414/706
Percentile 41.36
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

AREA STUDIES
Rank 87/176
Percentile 50.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

AREA STUDIES
Rank 73/176
Percentile 58.52
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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