GAIA-Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society

metrics 2024

Exploring the Nexus of Ecology, Economy, and Society

Introduction

GAIA - Ecological Perspectives for Science and Society, published by OEKOM VERLAG GMBH in Germany, serves as a vital interdisciplinary platform for researchers and practitioners at the intersection of ecological science, economics, and societal impacts. With an ISSN of 0940-5550 and E-ISSN of 2625-5413, this journal has made a significant contribution to the field since its inception in 2005 and continues to foster scholarly dialogue through its convergence into 2024. GAIA is recognized in the Q2 category in Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous) and the Q3 category in Environmental Science (miscellaneous), emphasizing its relevance and impact within the academic community. With Scopus rankings that place it within the top percentiles for multiple disciplines, GAIA not only enhances the understanding of ecological and environmental issues but also influences policy and practices that aim to promote sustainable societal development. Researchers, professionals, and students are invited to engage with the journal's cutting-edge articles, which are available through various access options, ensuring that ecological perspectives are accessible to all.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.34
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.90
H-Index38
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.15
Influence0.46
Immediacy Index1.90
Cited Half Life7.40
Citing Half Life5.10
JCI0.25
Total Documents1209
WOS Total Citations971
SCIMAGO Total Citations3066
SCIMAGO SELF Citations756
Scopus Journal Rank0.34
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.92
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.02
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.10

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #192/604
Percentile 68.21
Quartile Q2
Economics, Econometrics and Finance (miscellaneous) in Economics, Econometrics and Finance
Rank #95/242
Percentile 60.74
Quartile Q2
Environmental Science (miscellaneous) in Environmental Science
Rank #119/219
Percentile 45.66
Quartile Q3
General Environmental Science in Environmental Science
Rank #137/233
Percentile 41.20
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 292/358
Percentile 18.60
Quartile Q4
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 144/182
Percentile 21.20
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 318/359
Percentile 11.42
Quartile Q4
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 167/184
Percentile 9.24
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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