Infection Prevention in Practice

metrics 2024

Fostering collaboration for effective infection prevention practices.

Introduction

Infection Prevention in Practice is a leading academic journal published by ELSEVIER that has established itself as a vital resource in the domains of Infectious Diseases and Public Health. With its Open Access policy implemented since 2019, the journal enhances global accessibility to cutting-edge research and practical insights aiming to reduce the risk of infections in various settings. It proudly holds a Q3 ranking in Infectious Diseases and a Q2 ranking in Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health as of 2023, showcasing its impact and relevance within the scientific community—particularly with a Scopus rank placing it in the 71st percentile for public health research. Its scope includes the latest advancements, strategies, and practices in infection prevention, making it an indispensable read for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students dedicated to improving health outcomes and combating infectious diseases effectively. The journal operates from its base in the United Kingdom and reaches a global audience, fostering collaboration and innovation in infection control practices.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.55
Journal Impact Factor1.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index13
Journal IF Without Self1.80
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.19
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life2.70
Citing Half Life5.10
JCI0.45
Total Documents268
WOS Total Citations390
SCIMAGO Total Citations949
SCIMAGO SELF Citations24
Scopus Journal Rank0.55
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.69
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.02
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.97

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #193/665
Percentile 70.98
Quartile Q2
Infectious Diseases in Medicine
Rank #147/344
Percentile 57.27
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Rank 94/132
Percentile 29.20
Quartile Q3
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 239/403
Percentile 40.80
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Rank 86/132
Percentile 34.85
Quartile Q3
PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 290/403
Percentile 28.04
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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