JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION

metrics 2024

Empowering Maternal and Infant Health Through Research.

Introduction

The Journal of Human Lactation, published by SAGE Publications Inc, is a premier scholarly journal dedicated to the field of lactation science, focusing on the physiological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of breastfeeding and human milk. Since its inception in 1985, this esteemed journal has served as a vital platform for disseminating cutting-edge research and clinical practices, aiding healthcare professionals and researchers in enhancing maternal and infant health worldwide. With its current rankings in the Q2 quartile for both Medicine (miscellaneous) and Obstetrics and Gynecology, alongside a commendable Scopus ranking placing it in the 75th percentile, the journal epitomizes rigorous academic standards and significant contributions to the field. The impact factor, though not explicitly stated, reflects the journal's influential role in shaping scholarly discourse and promoting evidence-based practices in lactation. For professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and impact in this critical area of health, the Journal of Human Lactation is an indispensable resource.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.71
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.50
H-Index69
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.55
Influence0.74
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life6.90
Citing Half Life4.90
JCI0.97
Total Documents2003
WOS Total Citations2578
SCIMAGO Total Citations8433
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1058
Scopus Journal Rank0.71
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.67
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.84
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.31

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Obstetrics and Gynecology in Medicine
Rank #51/209
Percentile 75.60
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

NURSING
Rank 52/191
Percentile 73.00
Quartile Q2
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
Rank 57/136
Percentile 58.50
Quartile Q2
PEDIATRICS
Rank 59/186
Percentile 68.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

NURSING
Rank 53/191
Percentile 72.25
Quartile Q2
OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
Rank 35/136
Percentile 74.26
Quartile Q2
PEDIATRICS
Rank 48/186
Percentile 74.19
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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