Journal for General Philosophy of Science

metrics 2024

Fostering Dialogue on Scientific Inquiry and Its Implications

Introduction

Journal for General Philosophy of Science, published by Springer, stands as a pivotal resource in the fields of History and Philosophy of Science, as well as general Philosophy. With an impressive Q1 ranking in its categories and a solid reputation reflected in its Scopus rankings, this journal provides a robust platform for scholarly discourse and advancement in philosophical inquiry regarding science. The journal's commitment to quality is evident, catering to researchers, professionals, and students interested in the critical examination of scientific methods, theories, and their implications. While it operates on a subscription basis, the journal is dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding of philosophical issues surrounding scientific practices from 1980 through 2024. Operating out of the picturesque Netherlands, specifically from VAN GODEWIJCKSTRAAT 30, 3311 GZ DORDRECHT, the journal continues to encourage innovative thinking and interdisciplinary dialogue, underscoring its significance in academia today.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.40
Journal Impact Factor1.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.00
H-Index20
Journal IF Without Self1.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.14
Influence0.48
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life5.20
Citing Half Life16.60
JCI0.80
Total Documents613
WOS Total Citations314
SCIMAGO Total Citations777
SCIMAGO SELF Citations64
Scopus Journal Rank0.40
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.41
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.09
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.99

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Philosophy in Arts and Humanities
Rank #107/806
Percentile 86.72
Quartile Q1
History and Philosophy of Science in Arts and Humanities
Rank #41/223
Percentile 81.61
Quartile Q1
General Social Sciences in Social Sciences
Rank #104/275
Percentile 62.18
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 27/104
Percentile 74.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE
Rank 34/104
Percentile 67.31
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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