Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution

metrics 2024

Pioneering research at the intersection of ecology and evolution.

Introduction

Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, published by FRONTIERS MEDIA SA, stands as a premier open-access journal dedicated to the exploration and discourse in the interdisciplinary fields of ecology and evolutionary biology. With its inception in 2013, this journal has rapidly ascended to a prestigious position, securing a Q1 ranking in both Ecology and Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics categories, reflecting its influential impact in the respective fields. Operative from Switzerland, Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution enables researchers, professionals, and students to access high-quality research without barriers, promoting collaboration and innovation. The journal covers a broad range of topics, from ecological dynamics to evolutionary strategies, facilitating profound insights that drive scientific advancement and understanding. With a remarkable position in Scopus rankings—ranking #218 in Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics and #145 in Environmental Science—this journal is essential for anyone keen on contributing to or staying updated with contemporary research in ecology and evolution.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.89
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.10
H-Index65
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.03
Normal Eigen Factor5.63
Influence0.93
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life3.20
Citing Half Life9.00
JCI0.67
Total Documents5184
WOS Total Citations12770
SCIMAGO Total Citations26866
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1091
Scopus Journal Rank0.89
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.41
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.71
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.03

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #218/721
Percentile 69.76
Quartile Q2
Ecology in Environmental Science
Rank #145/461
Percentile 68.55
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ECOLOGY
Rank 82/195
Percentile 58.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECOLOGY
Rank 95/195
Percentile 51.28
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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