GERMS

metrics 2024

Empowering practitioners with vital insights in epidemiology.

Introduction

GERMS is a multidisciplinary journal published by the EUROPEAN ACAD HIV-AIDS & INFECTIOUS DISEASES, dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of epidemiology, immunology, infectious diseases, and microbiology. Since its inception in 2011, the journal has provided a crucial platform for researchers and practitioners to share innovative studies, clinical findings, and public health insights, with an eye on improving health outcomes globally. With an ISSN of 2248-2997 and a consistent publication trajectory leading up to 2024, GERMS is recognized in the third quartile across several categories, reflecting its growing impact and relevance in the scientific community. Authors and readers benefit from a range of access options, fostering the dissemination of vital research findings. As a journal situated in Romania, it also addresses regional health challenges while contributing to the broader discourse on infectious diseases and public health. GERMS is not just a repository of knowledge, but a vital resource for those engaged in combating infectious diseases and promoting health equity.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.42
Journal Impact Factor1.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.80
H-Index18
Journal IF Without Self1.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.12
Influence0.36
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life3.50
Citing Half Life5.50
JCI0.26
Total Documents404
WOS Total Citations454
SCIMAGO Total Citations1343
SCIMAGO SELF Citations51
Scopus Journal Rank0.42
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.73
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.65
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.71

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #351/665
Percentile 47.22
Quartile Q3
General Immunology and Microbiology in Immunology and Microbiology
Rank #35/61
Percentile 42.62
Quartile Q3
Epidemiology in Medicine
Rank #85/148
Percentile 42.57
Quartile Q3
Infectious Diseases in Medicine
Rank #206/344
Percentile 40.12
Quartile Q3
Microbiology (medical) in Medicine
Rank #91/140
Percentile 35.00
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Rank 98/132
Percentile 26.10
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Rank 111/132
Percentile 15.91
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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