Heritage Science

metrics 2024

Connecting Scholars and Practitioners in Heritage Conservation

Introduction

Heritage Science is a prestigious open-access journal, published by Springer since 2013, dedicated to the fields of heritage conservation and archaeology. With an ISSN of 2050-7445, it offers a platform for innovative research and critical discussions, encompassing interdisciplinary approaches that bridge the gap between art, science, and technology. The journal proudly ranks in the Q1 category for both Archaeology (arts and humanities) and Conservation, highlighting its influence and reputation within these scholarly realms. Furthermore, its presence in Scopus with impressive percentile rankings—such as #7 in Conservation and #23 in Archaeology (arts and humanities)—asserts its role as a leading voice in heritage studies. The journal's commitment to open access enhances the dissemination of knowledge, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students engaged in the preservation and interpretation of cultural heritage. Heritage Science continues to set standards in research quality, encouraging contributions that advance the understanding and sustainability of our shared heritage.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.52
Journal Impact Factor2.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.90
H-Index35
Journal IF Without Self2.60
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.62
Influence0.54
Immediacy Index0.70
Cited Half Life3.60
Citing Half Life8.20
JCI1.95
Total Documents1107
WOS Total Citations2630
SCIMAGO Total Citations4915
SCIMAGO SELF Citations760
Scopus Journal Rank0.52
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.70
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.89
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.99

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Archeology (arts and humanities) in Arts and Humanities
Rank #23/413
Percentile 94.43
Quartile Q1
Archeology in Social Sciences
Rank #21/354
Percentile 94.07
Quartile Q1
Conservation in Arts and Humanities
Rank #7/103
Percentile 93.20
Quartile Q1
Materials Science (miscellaneous) in Materials Science
Rank #75/196
Percentile 61.73
Quartile Q2
Chemistry (miscellaneous) in Chemistry
Rank #51/111
Percentile 54.05
Quartile Q2
Computer Science Applications in Computer Science
Rank #400/817
Percentile 51.04
Quartile Q2
Spectroscopy in Chemistry
Rank #45/76
Percentile 40.79
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

CHEMISTRY, ANALYTICAL
Rank 53/106
Percentile 50.50
Quartile Q2
MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 247/438
Percentile 43.70
Quartile Q3
SPECTROSCOPY
Rank 14/44
Percentile 69.30
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

CHEMISTRY, ANALYTICAL
Rank 4/106
Percentile 96.23
Quartile Q1
HUMANITIES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 26/406
Percentile 93.60
Quartile Q1
MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 35/438
Percentile 92.01
Quartile Q1
SPECTROSCOPY
Rank 3/44
Percentile 93.18
Quartile Q1

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