FORUM FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES

metrics 2024

Cultivating Knowledge for Sustainable Global Solutions

Introduction

FORUM FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a distinguished academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of development studies and geography. With an ISSN of 0803-9410 and an E-ISSN of 1891-1765, this journal has been a pivotal platform for scholarship since its inception in 1992 and continues to evolve, welcoming contributions that reflect contemporary challenges and innovations until 2024. Recognized within Q3 in Development and Q2 in Geography, Planning and Development categories as of 2023, it showcases rigorous research and critical analysis essential for professionals, scholars, and students alike. The journal's rankings in Scopus underscore its significance, placing it among the leading sources in its field (Rank #435/821 in Geography and #172/306 in Development). While not classified as Open Access, FORUM FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES remains committed to fostering academic dialogue that shapes policy and practice in development and geography, making it indispensable for those seeking to understand and engage with global developmental issues.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.35
Journal Impact Factor1.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.80
H-Index26
Journal IF Without Self1.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.26
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life7.70
Citing Half Life8.40
JCI0.30
Total Documents563
WOS Total Citations402
SCIMAGO Total Citations1057
SCIMAGO SELF Citations99
Scopus Journal Rank0.35
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.44
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.46
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.42

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #435/821
Percentile 47.02
Quartile Q3
Development in Social Sciences
Rank #172/306
Percentile 43.79
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rank 47/63
Percentile 26.20
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
Rank 51/63
Percentile 19.05
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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