Ethics and Information Technology

metrics 2024

Bridging Technology and Morality for a Better Tomorrow

Introduction

Ethics and Information Technology, published by Springer, stands as a pivotal journal in the interdisciplinary field that bridges technology with ethical considerations. With an ISSN of 1388-1957 and an E-ISSN of 1572-8439, this journal serves as a key resource for scholars exploring the complex dynamics between information technology and ethical implications, helping to shape the discourse around privacy, cybersecurity, and digital governance. Ranking in the top quartile of both Computer Science Applications and Library and Information Sciences, the journal has attained impressive Scopus rankings, placing it at #25 out of 280 in Social Sciences and #156 out of 817 in Computer Science. This high standing reflects its significant impact and relevance in contemporary research, as well as its invaluable contribution towards fostering a responsible use of technology. Researchers, professionals, and students can benefit from its comprehensive studies and cutting-edge findings, making it a crucial platform for advancing knowledge in this essential area of study. The journal has been continuously published since 1999, with content converging through to 2024, ensuring that it remains up-to-date with the rapid advancements in technology and ethics.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.36
Journal Impact Factor3.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.20
H-Index72
Journal IF Without Self3.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.55
Influence1.36
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life6.70
Citing Half Life6.00
JCI2.99
Total Documents779
WOS Total Citations2057
SCIMAGO Total Citations4709
SCIMAGO SELF Citations379
Scopus Journal Rank1.36
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.84
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.10
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.10

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Library and Information Sciences in Social Sciences
Rank #25/280
Percentile 91.07
Quartile Q1
Computer Science Applications in Computer Science
Rank #156/817
Percentile 80.91
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ETHICS
Rank 7/77
Percentile 91.60
Quartile Q1
INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE
Rank 30/160
Percentile 81.60
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ETHICS
Rank 3/77
Percentile 96.10
Quartile Q1
INFORMATION SCIENCE & LIBRARY SCIENCE
Rank 2/161
Percentile 98.76
Quartile Q1
PHILOSOPHY
Rank 8/325
Percentile 97.54
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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