International Journal of Human Factors and Ergonomics

metrics 2024

Exploring Human Potential in System Design

Introduction

Welcome to the International Journal of Human Factors and Ergonomics, a premier platform dedicated to the exploration and advancement of research in the increasingly vital fields of human factors and ergonomics. Published by INDERSCIENCE ENTERPRISES LTD, this journal serves an international audience of researchers, practitioners, and students, facilitating the dissemination of knowledge that aims to enhance the interaction between people and systems. With its ISSN 2045-7804 and E-ISSN 2045-7812, the journal actively contributes to the academic community's understanding of human capabilities and limitations, striving to improve product design, work environments, and overall usability. Despite its classification in Q4 of the 2023 Human Factors and Ergonomics category and a Scopus ranking reflecting the competitive landscape—where it stands at #37 out of 46 in its field—the journal is committed to building a strong foundation of evidence-based practices through rigorous peer-reviewed articles. Through its convergence efforts from 2016 to 2024, it aims to bridge theoretical research with practical applications to promote safety, efficiency, and user satisfaction across various domains.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.18
Journal Impact Factor0.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index11
Journal IF Without Self0.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.01
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life-
Citing Half Life12.00
JCI0.15
Total Documents134
WOS Total Citations66
SCIMAGO Total Citations214
SCIMAGO SELF Citations40
Scopus Journal Rank0.18
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.97
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.78
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.90

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Human Factors and Ergonomics in Social Sciences
Rank #37/46
Percentile 19.57
Quartile Q4

IF (Web Of Science)

ERGONOMICS
Rank 22/24
Percentile 10.40
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

ERGONOMICS
Rank 22/24
Percentile 8.33
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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