INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY

metrics 2024

Transforming Food Safety with Cutting-edge Science

Introduction

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF FOOD MICROBIOLOGY is a leading journal in the field of food safety and microbiology, published by Elsevier. With an impressive impact factor and a distinguished position, it ranks in the top quartile for both Food Science and Medicine, as well as holding a strong presence in Microbiology and Safety, Risk, Reliability, and Quality categories. The journal provides a vital platform for researchers, professionals, and students to disseminate and discuss innovative research findings and applications that address the complexities of food microbiology. Operating from its headquarters in the Netherlands, this journal not only facilitates access to high-quality scholarly articles but also encourages the development of interdisciplinary approaches to tackle current challenges in food safety and public health. Since its inception in 1984, the journal has continually evolved, ensuring that it remains at the forefront of scientific inquiry, making it a crucial resource for anyone engaged in the food sciences.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.03
Journal Impact Factor5.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)5.00
H-Index219
Journal IF Without Self5.00
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.14
Influence0.78
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life10.70
Citing Half Life7.10
JCI1.23
Total Documents7625
WOS Total Citations28064
SCIMAGO Total Citations92095
SCIMAGO SELF Citations8067
Scopus Journal Rank1.03
Cites / Document (2 Years)5.70
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.96
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.98

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Food Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #33/389
Percentile 91.52
Quartile Q1
Microbiology in Immunology and Microbiology
Rank #30/182
Percentile 83.52
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 34/173
Percentile 80.60
Quartile Q1
MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 29/161
Percentile 82.30
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 26/173
Percentile 84.97
Quartile Q1
MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 26/161
Percentile 83.85
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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