International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction

metrics 2024

Shaping best practices in disaster preparedness and governance.

Introduction

The International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction is a leading academic publication dedicated to advancing the understanding and management of disaster risks, promoting innovative solutions and effective strategies for risk reduction. Published by ELSEVIER, this journal serves as a critical platform for researchers, professionals, and students in the fields of Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, and Safety Research. With an impressive impact factor and ranked in the top quartile (Q1) across its various categories as of 2023, it demonstrates exceptional quality and relevance in its contributions to science and engineering disciplines. The journal has been committed to disseminating high-quality research since its inception in 2012 and remains open for new submissions through 2024. The Scopus rankings reflect its prestigious position, with notable placements in Earth and Planetary Sciences and Social Sciences, highlighting its influence in shaping best practices for disaster risk governance. As an essential resource for anyone involved in disaster preparedness and mitigation, the International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction fosters knowledge exchange and collaboration among stakeholders in the global community.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.13
Journal Impact Factor4.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.70
H-Index86
Journal IF Without Self4.20
Eigen Factor0.02
Normal Eigen Factor4.10
Influence0.86
Immediacy Index0.80
Cited Half Life3.50
Citing Half Life6.40
JCI1.09
Total Documents3858
WOS Total Citations15808
SCIMAGO Total Citations36676
SCIMAGO SELF Citations5655
Scopus Journal Rank1.13
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.90
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.45
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.60

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #18/321
Percentile 94.39
Quartile Q1
Safety Research in Social Sciences
Rank #8/109
Percentile 92.66
Quartile Q1
Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #28/229
Percentile 87.77
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 34/253
Percentile 86.80
Quartile Q1
METEOROLOGY & ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES
Rank 26/110
Percentile 76.80
Quartile Q1
WATER RESOURCES
Rank 25/127
Percentile 80.70
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 44/253
Percentile 82.61
Quartile Q1
METEOROLOGY & ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES
Rank 24/110
Percentile 78.18
Quartile Q1
WATER RESOURCES
Rank 19/127
Percentile 85.04
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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