JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS

metrics 2024

Connecting Disciplines for Enhanced Human Performance

Introduction

JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS is a premier journal published by Elsevier Science Ltd, renowned for its impactful contributions to the field of biomechanical research since its inception in 1968. With an ISSN of 0021-9290 and an E-ISSN of 1873-2380, this journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, practitioners, and students invested in the interdisciplinary domains of Biomedical Engineering, Biophysics, Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, and Rehabilitation. The journal consistently ranks in the Q1 and Q2 quartiles across several categories, reflecting its dedication to high-quality and innovative research, as evidenced by its impressive Scopus rankings—particularly within Medicine Rehabilitation (Rank #23/161). Despite being a subscription-based journal, it offers crucial insights into mechanical analysis and applications that enhance our understanding of human movement and performance. With projections of coverage extending to 2024, the JOURNAL OF BIOMECHANICS remains an indispensable platform for disseminating cutting-edge research that drives advancements in health, performance, and injury rehabilitation.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.73
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.50
H-Index224
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.75
Influence0.64
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life13.40
Citing Half Life10.70
JCI0.58
Total Documents10035
WOS Total Citations30775
SCIMAGO Total Citations86766
SCIMAGO SELF Citations9111
Scopus Journal Rank0.73
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.52
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.67
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.77

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Rehabilitation in Medicine
Rank #23/161
Percentile 85.71
Quartile Q1
Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in Medicine
Rank #68/321
Percentile 78.82
Quartile Q1
Biophysics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #56/152
Percentile 63.16
Quartile Q2
Biomedical Engineering in Engineering
Rank #132/303
Percentile 56.44
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOPHYSICS
Rank 46/77
Percentile 40.90
Quartile Q3
ENGINEERING, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 73/122
Percentile 40.60
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOPHYSICS
Rank 41/77
Percentile 46.75
Quartile Q3
ENGINEERING, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 70/122
Percentile 42.62
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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