Global Health Research and Policy

metrics 2024

Elevating health discourse through open-access research.

Introduction

Global Health Research and Policy, published by BMC, is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing the field of global health through impactful research and policy analysis. Since its establishment in 2016, the journal has garnered a prestigious reputation, achieving a Q1 ranking across several categories including Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health (social science), and Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in 2023. With an E-ISSN of 2397-0642, this UK-based journal ensures the dissemination of high-quality research to a global audience, promoting accessibility and collaboration. The open-access model facilitates the sharing of knowledge and innovation essential for addressing pressing health challenges worldwide. Researchers, professionals, and students alike will find valuable insights and relevant policy discussions in each issue, making Global Health Research and Policy a vital resource for those committed to improving health outcomes on a global scale.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor4.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.80
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self4.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.44
Influence1.22
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life3.40
Citing Half Life6.60
JCI1.22
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations1100
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 56/403
Percentile 86.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 52/403
Percentile 87.10
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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