JOURNAL OF BLACK STUDIES

metrics 2024

Celebrating the Rich Tapestry of Black Experiences

Introduction

The Journal of Black Studies, published by SAGE Publications Inc, stands as a pivotal voice in advancing critical research across multiple disciplines, specifically in anthropology, cultural studies, sociology, and political science. With an impressive convergence of knowledge from 1970 to 2024, this esteemed journal explores the rich tapestry of Black culture, heritage, and social dynamics, contributing significantly to scholarly discourse and community understanding. Its high impact factor and Q1 ranking in both anthropology and cultural studies underscore its relevance and prestige within the academic community. Researchers, professionals, and students alike will find in the Journal of Black Studies a vital resource that fosters interdisciplinary dialogue and promotes innovative research on issues affecting Black communities worldwide. Accessible through institutional subscriptions, this journal remains committed to elucidating the complexities of race and identity, making it an essential touchstone for contemporary social inquiry.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.53
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.50
H-Index52
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.22
Influence0.60
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life13.70
Citing Half Life10.60
JCI0.48
Total Documents1127
WOS Total Citations1523
SCIMAGO Total Citations2153
SCIMAGO SELF Citations156
Scopus Journal Rank0.53
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.98
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.60
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.66

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #156/1304
Percentile 88.04
Quartile Q1
Anthropology in Social Sciences
Rank #112/502
Percentile 77.69
Quartile Q1
Sociology and Political Science in Social Sciences
Rank #512/1466
Percentile 65.08
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ETHNIC STUDIES
Rank 28/39
Percentile 29.50
Quartile Q3
SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 151/263
Percentile 42.80
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

ETHNIC STUDIES
Rank 27/39
Percentile 30.77
Quartile Q3
SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 135/263
Percentile 48.67
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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