JOURNAL OF BIOSCIENCES

metrics 2024

Fostering Excellence in Cutting-edge Biosciences Research

Introduction

JOURNAL OF BIOSCIENCES, published by the Indian Academy of Sciences, has established itself as a pioneering platform in the fields of biosciences, encompassing diverse research areas such as agricultural and biological sciences, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, and medicine. With an impressive trajectory since its inception in 1979, the journal has achieved notable recognition, securing a Q1 ranking in Agricultural and Biological Sciences and maintaining its place in the top quartiles for Biochemistry and Medicine as of 2023. With Scopus rankings placing it at #32 in General Agricultural and Biological Sciences and #65 in General Biochemistry, Genetics, and Molecular Biology, the journal reaches the 85th and 70th percentiles respectively, reflecting its impact and relevance in current scientific discourse. Although it does not offer open access, the JOURNAL OF BIOSCIENCES remains crucial for researchers, professionals, and students dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation within the biosciences, providing a vibrant forum for high-quality research and comprehensive reviews.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.58
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.30
H-Index85
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.46
Influence0.46
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life10.10
Citing Half Life10.20
JCI0.51
Total Documents2312
WOS Total Citations3635
SCIMAGO Total Citations11609
SCIMAGO SELF Citations167
Scopus Journal Rank0.58
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.04
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.50
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.47

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Agricultural and Biological Sciences in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #32/221
Percentile 85.52
Quartile Q1
General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #65/221
Percentile 70.59
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOLOGY
Rank 46/109
Percentile 58.30
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOLOGY
Rank 58/109
Percentile 46.79
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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