JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE

metrics 2024

Advancing drug delivery through innovative research.

Introduction

JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE is a premier academic journal published by Elsevier that is dedicated to advancing the field of pharmaceutical science with a focus on drug delivery systems. Established in 1984, the journal has consistently served as a vital platform for disseminating high-quality research and innovative ideas in the area of controlled release technologies. With an impressive impact factor and ranking in the Q1 category of Pharmaceutical Science, it ranks #3 out of 183 in Scopus for its field, reflecting its influence and significance within the academic community, as noted by its percentile of 98th. The journal encompasses a wide range of topics, including polymer science, pharmacokinetics, and bioengineering, ensuring it remains at the forefront of pharmaceutical advancements. While currently not offering open access options, the journal serves a diverse audience of researchers, professionals, and students who are eager to push the boundaries of knowledge in drug delivery and therapeutics. For those looking to make impactful contributions in this dynamic field, JOURNAL OF CONTROLLED RELEASE is an essential resource for both foundational studies and cutting-edge research findings.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.16
Journal Impact Factor10.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)10.60
H-Index313
Journal IF Without Self10.50
Eigen Factor0.04
Normal Eigen Factor9.02
Influence1.79
Immediacy Index2.00
Cited Half Life6.60
Citing Half Life5.70
JCI2.10
Total Documents10593
WOS Total Citations66109
SCIMAGO Total Citations216635
SCIMAGO SELF Citations14577
Scopus Journal Rank2.16
Cites / Document (2 Years)10.86
Cites / Document (3 Years)11.33
Cites / Document (4 Years)11.36

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pharmaceutical Science in Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
Rank #3/183
Percentile 98.36
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 26/230
Percentile 88.90
Quartile Q1
PHARMACOLOGY & PHARMACY
Rank 12/354
Percentile 96.80
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

CHEMISTRY, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 20/231
Percentile 91.34
Quartile Q1
PHARMACOLOGY & PHARMACY
Rank 13/354
Percentile 96.33
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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