Eye & Contact Lens-Science and Clinical Practice

metrics 2024

Advancing ocular health through innovative research.

Introduction

Eye & Contact Lens-Science and Clinical Practice, published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, stands as a premier journal in the fields of ophthalmology and contact lens research. With an ISSN of 1542-2321 and an E-ISSN of 1542-233X, this journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, clinicians, and students dedicated to the study and application of eye care practices. Maintaining a distinguished impact factor within the Q2 category of Medicine and Ophthalmology as of 2023, it ranks impressively at #33 among 137 journals, placing it in the top 76th percentile according to Scopus metrics. Since its inception in 1986, Eye & Contact Lens has consistently delivered cutting-edge research and clinical insights, facilitating advancements in therapeutic techniques for contact lens wear and ocular health. Though not an Open Access journal, it remains accessible through institutional subscriptions, ensuring that essential findings are shared among professionals in the field. The objective of the journal is to present high-quality, peer-reviewed articles that advance the science and practice of eye care, making it an indispensable tool for those seeking to enhance their knowledge and contribute to this dynamic discipline.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.78
Journal Impact Factor2.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.30
H-Index67
Journal IF Without Self2.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.66
Influence0.63
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life6.10
Citing Half Life7.60
JCI0.87
Total Documents2103
WOS Total Citations2793
SCIMAGO Total Citations10054
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1049
Scopus Journal Rank0.78
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.99
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.29
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.37

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Ophthalmology in Medicine
Rank #33/137
Percentile 75.91
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

OPHTHALMOLOGY
Rank 38/95
Percentile 60.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

OPHTHALMOLOGY
Rank 38/95
Percentile 60.00
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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