JOURNAL OF BIOSOCIAL SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Advancing Insights into Health through a Biosocial Lens

Introduction

JOURNAL OF BIOSOCIAL SCIENCE, published by Cambridge University Press, is a pivotal interdisciplinary journal dedicated to advancing our understanding of the complex interplay between biological and social factors in human health and society. With an ISSN of 0021-9320 and an E-ISSN of 1469-7599, this journal has been a cornerstone of scholarly communication since its inception in 1969, paving the way for innovative research until 2024 and beyond. The journal is ranked in the Q3 quartile in Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health and Q2 in Social Sciences (miscellaneous), reflecting its significant impact in these fields. Its Scopus ranking further emphasizes its relevance, sitting at #79 out of 275 in General Social Sciences and #334 out of 665 in Public Health. Researchers, professionals, and students are encouraged to explore the journal's rich repository of articles that delve into critical biosocial issues, fostering a deeper understanding of how social structures influence health and well-being. Although not open access, the journal remains an essential resource for those committed to addressing contemporary health challenges through a biosocial lens.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.45
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.70
H-Index61
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.32
Influence0.47
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life9.50
Citing Half Life8.70
JCI0.72
Total Documents1360
WOS Total Citations1730
SCIMAGO Total Citations5083
SCIMAGO SELF Citations347
Scopus Journal Rank0.45
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.28
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.57
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.65

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Social Sciences in Social Sciences
Rank #79/275
Percentile 71.27
Quartile Q2
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #334/665
Percentile 49.77
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

DEMOGRAPHY
Rank 23/49
Percentile 54.10
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 30/46
Percentile 35.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

DEMOGRAPHY
Rank 23/49
Percentile 53.06
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL SCIENCES, BIOMEDICAL
Rank 25/46
Percentile 45.65
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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