IUCrJ

metrics 2024

Pioneering Open Access in Crystallographic Research

Introduction

IUCrJ, published by the International Union of Crystallography, is a leading open-access journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of Biochemistry, Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, and Materials Science. Since its inception in 2014, IUCrJ has quickly established itself as a prestigious platform for high-quality research, achieving a remarkable record as a Q1 journal across its categories in 2023. With an increasing impact in the scientific community, evidenced by impressive Scopus rankings, IUCrJ offers unparalleled access to groundbreaking discoveries and methodologies that contribute to the understanding and application of crystallography in various disciplines. The journal’s commitment to open access ensures that research is readily available to a global audience, fostering collaboration and innovation in the scientific community. IUCrJ is an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students aiming to stay at the forefront of crystallographic research and its interdisciplinary applications.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.75
Journal Impact Factor2.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index57
Journal IF Without Self2.90
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.49
Influence1.80
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life4.90
Citing Half Life9.60
JCI1.03
Total Documents899
WOS Total Citations2738
SCIMAGO Total Citations9281
SCIMAGO SELF Citations642
Scopus Journal Rank1.75
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.39
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.84
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.17

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Condensed Matter Physics in Physics and Astronomy
Rank #67/434
Percentile 84.56
Quartile Q1
General Chemistry in Chemistry
Rank #87/408
Percentile 78.68
Quartile Q1
General Materials Science in Materials Science
Rank #110/463
Percentile 76.24
Quartile Q1
Biochemistry in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #122/438
Percentile 72.15
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 102/230
Percentile 55.90
Quartile Q2
CRYSTALLOGRAPHY
Rank 6/33
Percentile 83.30
Quartile Q1
MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 220/438
Percentile 49.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 51/231
Percentile 77.92
Quartile Q1
CRYSTALLOGRAPHY
Rank 3/33
Percentile 90.91
Quartile Q1
MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 105/438
Percentile 76.03
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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