Journal for Cultural Research

metrics 2024

Challenging Paradigms, Inspiring Innovation

Introduction

Journal for Cultural Research, published by Routledge Journals, Taylor & Francis Ltd, is a premier academic journal dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of Anthropology and Cultural Studies. With both its ISSN 1479-7585 and E-ISSN 1740-1666, this journal offers a dynamic platform for the dissemination of cutting-edge research and theoretical exploration from 2005 to 2024. It proudly holds a prestigious Q1 ranking in both the Anthropology and Cultural Studies categories, reflecting its significant impact on the scholarly discourse. The journal ranks 243rd out of 1304 in Cultural Studies and 179th out of 502 in Anthropology within Scopus, placing it in the top-performing tier of its field. Researchers, professionals, and students engage with a range of thoughtfully curated articles that aim to challenge existing paradigms and inspire innovative perspectives on cultural phenomena. Although currently not offering open access, the journal’s quality and scope make it an essential resource for anyone seeking in-depth understanding and critical insights into cultural research.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.40
Journal Impact Factor1.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.30
H-Index22
Journal IF Without Self1.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.12
Influence0.65
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life8.00
Citing Half Life9.00
JCI0.98
Total Documents481
WOS Total Citations331
SCIMAGO Total Citations603
SCIMAGO SELF Citations19
Scopus Journal Rank0.40
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.88
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.43
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.32

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Cultural Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #243/1304
Percentile 81.37
Quartile Q1
Anthropology in Social Sciences
Rank #179/502
Percentile 64.34
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

CULTURAL STUDIES
Rank 12/59
Percentile 80.50
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

CULTURAL STUDIES
Rank 25/59
Percentile 57.63
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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