ENGINEERING GEOLOGY

metrics 2024

Elevating Standards in Geotechnical Assessments

Introduction

ENGINEERING GEOLOGY, published by Elsevier, is a leading journal in the fields of Geology and Geotechnical Engineering, recognized by its prestigious Q1 ranking in both categories for 2023. With a deep focus on the application of geological principles to engineering practices, this journal plays a vital role in advancing knowledge and methodologies that enhance infrastructure development and environmental sustainability. Operating since 1965, the journal disseminates high-quality research, offering insights that foster innovation in geotechnical assessments and geological hazard evaluation. Researchers and professionals benefit from its rigorous peer-review process and impactful studies, bolstered by a strong Scopus ranking - #4 in Geology and #3 in Geotechnical Engineering, both placing it in the top 2% of its field. Although there is no Open Access option available, the journal facilitates significant academic discourse, making it an essential resource for anyone involved in the intersection of geology and engineering.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.44
Journal Impact Factor6.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)7.60
H-Index176
Journal IF Without Self6.90
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor5.42
Influence1.65
Immediacy Index1.80
Cited Half Life6.90
Citing Half Life8.20
JCI1.85
Total Documents5060
WOS Total Citations32261
SCIMAGO Total Citations57427
SCIMAGO SELF Citations7292
Scopus Journal Rank2.44
Cites / Document (2 Years)7.53
Cites / Document (3 Years)8.04
Cites / Document (4 Years)8.25

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #4/321
Percentile 98.75
Quartile Q1
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #3/229
Percentile 98.69
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, GEOLOGICAL
Rank 3/63
Percentile 96.00
Quartile Q1
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 16/253
Percentile 93.90
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENGINEERING, GEOLOGICAL
Rank 3/63
Percentile 95.24
Quartile Q1
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 10/253
Percentile 96.05
Quartile Q1

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