INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT

metrics 2024

Driving impactful research for a sustainable water future.

Introduction

The INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT, published by ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD, stands as a premier platform for disseminating cutting-edge research in the fields of water resources management and sustainable development. With an impressive impact factor indicated by its Q1 ranking in both Development and Water Science and Technology categories, this journal is pivotal for researchers and professionals seeking to advance their understanding of water-related challenges and solutions. Covering a broad spectrum of topics, it features contributions from leading experts, making it an essential resource for both academic inquiry and practical application. Although it does not currently offer Open Access, the journal's rigorous peer-review process ensures high-quality scholarship from 1983 to the present, reinforcing its role in shaping policies and practices globally. The journal is indexed in Scopus with notable rankings in Social Sciences and Environmental Science, highlighting its influence and reach within these vital sectors.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.81
Journal Impact Factor2.00
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.10
H-Index67
Journal IF Without Self2.00
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.36
Influence0.63
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life7.40
Citing Half Life6.80
JCI0.65
Total Documents1254
WOS Total Citations2384
SCIMAGO Total Citations6069
SCIMAGO SELF Citations609
Scopus Journal Rank0.81
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.68
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.14
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.25

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Development in Social Sciences
Rank #27/306
Percentile 91.18
Quartile Q1
Water Science and Technology in Environmental Science
Rank #29/261
Percentile 88.89
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

WATER RESOURCES
Rank 75/127
Percentile 41.30
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

WATER RESOURCES
Rank 54/127
Percentile 57.48
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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