JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

metrics 2024

Advancing biotechnological frontiers since 1984.

Introduction

JOURNAL OF BIOTECHNOLOGY, published by Elsevier, stands as a premier platform in the fields of Applied Microbiology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, and Medicine. With an ISSN of 0168-1656 and an E-ISSN of 1873-4863, this journal has significantly contributed to the advancement of biotechnological research since its inception in 1984 and continues to be a vital resource until 2024. Notably ranked in the Q2 quartile across multiple categories, it excels with impressive Scopus rankings, placing within the top 20% in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology. This underscores its impact on both the scientific community and the ongoing developments in biotechnological applications. The journal encourages submissions that promote innovative research and practical insights, fostering collaboration among researchers, professionals, and students alike. Although it does not currently offer Open Access options, the journal remains highly regarded for its rigorous peer-review process and commitment to excellence in biotechnological literature.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.74
Journal Impact Factor4.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.60
H-Index177
Journal IF Without Self4.10
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.21
Influence0.60
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life9.40
Citing Half Life7.90
JCI0.96
Total Documents6514
WOS Total Citations14954
SCIMAGO Total Citations62555
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2236
Scopus Journal Rank0.74
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.49
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.60
Cites / Document (4 Years)4.23

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology in Immunology and Microbiology
Rank #18/127
Percentile 85.83
Quartile Q1
Biotechnology in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #59/311
Percentile 81.03
Quartile Q1
Bioengineering in Chemical Engineering
Rank #36/162
Percentile 77.78
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 45/174
Percentile 74.40
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 42/174
Percentile 75.86
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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