DRUG DISCOVERY TODAY

metrics 2024

Innovating Tomorrow's Medicines Today

Introduction

DRUG DISCOVERY TODAY is a premier journal published by Elsevier Science Ltd, providing a vital platform for researchers, professionals, and students dedicated to the fields of drug discovery and pharmacology. With the ISSN 1359-6446 and E-ISSN 1878-5832, this esteemed journal has positioned itself at the forefront of scientific literature since its inception in 1996, boasting an impressive convergence set to last until 2024. Recognized for its rigorous peer-review process and high-quality publications, DRUG DISCOVERY TODAY attained a prestigious Q1 ranking in both Drug Discovery and Pharmacology categories for 2023, reflecting its significant impact and relevance in the field. With Scopus rankings placing it within the top percentile, at ranks #9 in Drug Discovery and #17 in Pharmacology out of over 300 journals, this journal serves as a crucial resource for the latest advancements and innovations in drug development. Although it does not offer Open Access, its comprehensive scope encompasses the most recent research, reviews, and insights, making DRUG DISCOVERY TODAY an essential read for anyone seeking to advance their knowledge and practice in pharmaceutical sciences.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.59
Journal Impact Factor6.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)7.30
H-Index215
Journal IF Without Self6.50
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor3.48
Influence1.52
Immediacy Index1.60
Cited Half Life6.50
Citing Half Life5.50
JCI1.05
Total Documents5851
WOS Total Citations20665
SCIMAGO Total Citations81553
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2703
Scopus Journal Rank1.59
Cites / Document (2 Years)7.32
Cites / Document (3 Years)7.59
Cites / Document (4 Years)7.76

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pharmacology in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #17/313
Percentile 94.57
Quartile Q1
Drug Discovery in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #9/157
Percentile 94.27
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PHARMACOLOGY & PHARMACY
Rank 23/354
Percentile 93.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PHARMACOLOGY & PHARMACY
Rank 76/354
Percentile 78.53
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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