JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION

metrics 2024

Empowering the future of food protection.

Introduction

JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION is a prominent academic journal published by Elsevier, dedicated to the field of Food Science and Microbiology. With an ISSN of 0362-028X and an E-ISSN of 1944-9097, it serves as a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students interested in the microbiological aspects of food safety and quality. Since its inception, the journal has evolved significantly, with coverage spanning from 1977 to the present, reflecting its long-standing commitment to advancing knowledge in this critical area. Recognized for its rigorous peer-reviewed research, the journal boasts a commendable impact factor and ranks in the second quartile in Food Science and the third quartile in Microbiology according to 2023 assessments. Its Scopus ranking also highlights its relevance, with significant placements in both Agricultural and Biological Sciences and Immunology and Microbiology. The JOURNAL OF FOOD PROTECTION is an essential platform for disseminating pioneering studies that address contemporary challenges facing the food industry and public health, making it an indispensable resource in the quest for food safety and innovation.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.47
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.30
H-Index152
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.87
Influence0.41
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life13.40
Citing Half Life8.10
JCI0.47
Total Documents7675
WOS Total Citations12786
SCIMAGO Total Citations53283
SCIMAGO SELF Citations8401
Scopus Journal Rank0.47
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.10
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.31
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.46

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Food Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #152/389
Percentile 60.93
Quartile Q2
Microbiology in Immunology and Microbiology
Rank #119/182
Percentile 34.62
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 123/174
Percentile 29.60
Quartile Q3
FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 108/173
Percentile 37.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOTECHNOLOGY & APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
Rank 130/174
Percentile 25.29
Quartile Q3
FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Rank 110/173
Percentile 36.42
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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