JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

metrics 2024

Advancing the Frontiers of Molecular Discovery

Introduction

The Journal of Molecular Biology (ISSN: 0022-2836, E-ISSN: 1089-8638), published by Academic Press Ltd - Elsevier Science Ltd, stands as a premier platform for disseminating significant advancements in the field of molecular biology. With a distinguished history of publication spanning from 1959 to 2024, this journal is recognized for its high-quality, peer-reviewed articles that engage with transformative research in biophysics, structural biology, and molecular biology. The journal holds an impressive Q1 category ranking across these disciplines in 2023, affirming its impact and relevance within the scientific community. Notably, it ranks #11 in biophysics and #5 in structural biology based on Scopus metrics, placing it in the 93rd and 90th percentiles, respectively. As an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, the Journal of Molecular Biology serves as a vital conduit for the exchange of innovative ideas and discoveries, fostering a deeper understanding of life's molecular underpinnings.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank2.21
Journal Impact Factor4.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.90
H-Index292
Journal IF Without Self4.70
Eigen Factor0.03
Normal Eigen Factor6.41
Influence1.89
Immediacy Index1.50
Cited Half Life18.40
Citing Half Life8.30
JCI0.93
Total Documents16361
WOS Total Citations54235
SCIMAGO Total Citations257725
SCIMAGO SELF Citations18092
Scopus Journal Rank2.21
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.81
Cites / Document (3 Years)4.90
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.11

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Biophysics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #11/152
Percentile 92.76
Quartile Q1
Structural Biology in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #5/49
Percentile 89.80
Quartile Q1
Molecular Biology in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #59/410
Percentile 85.61
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Rank 70/313
Percentile 77.80
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Rank 82/313
Percentile 73.80
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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