Ecological Complexity

metrics 2024

Navigating the complexities of our ecosystems.

Introduction

Ecological Complexity is a prestigious academic journal published by Elsevier, dedicated to advancing the understanding of complex ecological systems through innovative modeling and analysis. With an ISSN of 1476-945X and an E-ISSN of 1476-9840, this journal has been a critical platform for researchers since its inception in 2004, with a forecasted operation until 2024. The journal enjoys an esteemed Q2 ranking in both the Ecological Modeling and Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics categories as of 2023, highlighting its significant impact and relevance in the field. Additionally, it ranks impressively in Scopus, with 85th out of 721 in the Ecology category and 11th out of 41 in Ecological Modeling, illustrating its commitment to high-quality research dissemination. While it does not currently offer Open Access options, Ecological Complexity remains a vital resource for ecologists, environmental scientists, and interdisciplinary researchers aiming to deepen their understanding of ecological interactions and systems. The journal is based in the Netherlands at RADARWEG 29, 1043 NX, AMSTERDAM, and serves as an essential forum for fostering innovative research that bridges theoretical concepts and practical applications in ecology.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.61
Journal Impact Factor3.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index66
Journal IF Without Self3.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.26
Influence0.60
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life9.70
Citing Half Life14.20
JCI0.85
Total Documents911
WOS Total Citations2197
SCIMAGO Total Citations6328
SCIMAGO SELF Citations460
Scopus Journal Rank0.61
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.44
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.47
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.58

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #85/721
Percentile 88.21
Quartile Q1
Ecological Modeling in Environmental Science
Rank #11/41
Percentile 73.17
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ECOLOGY
Rank 56/195
Percentile 71.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECOLOGY
Rank 66/195
Percentile 66.15
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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