JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS

metrics 2024

Exploring the Foundations of Earth Sciences

Introduction

JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS, published by SPRINGER HEIDELBERG, stands as a premier interdisciplinary platform dedicated to advancing the understanding of soil and sediment dynamics within the broader context of Earth sciences. With an impressive impact factor and a Q1 ranking in both Earth-Surface Processes and Stratigraphy, this journal not only reflects the high quality of research but also contributes significantly to the dialogue amongst researchers, professionals, and students in the field. The journal encompasses a wide spectrum of topics from sedimentology to soil science, making it essential reading for those involved in environmental management, agriculture, and geology. Access options are available to ensure that cutting-edge research is accessible to a global audience, reflecting the journal's commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation. As we converge towards 2024, JOURNAL OF SOILS AND SEDIMENTS aims to continue its role in shaping scientific inquiry and policy formulation concerning the vital roles of soils and sediments in ecological and geological systems.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.86
Journal Impact Factor2.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index97
Journal IF Without Self2.80
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.78
Influence0.59
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life5.50
Citing Half Life7.30
JCI0.68
Total Documents3922
WOS Total Citations10450
SCIMAGO Total Citations29556
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2712
Scopus Journal Rank0.86
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.40
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.78
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.98

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Stratigraphy in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #5/55
Percentile 90.91
Quartile Q1
Earth-Surface Processes in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #21/179
Percentile 88.27
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 187/358
Percentile 47.90
Quartile Q3
SOIL SCIENCE
Rank 21/49
Percentile 58.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 161/359
Percentile 55.15
Quartile Q2
SOIL SCIENCE
Rank 23/49
Percentile 53.06
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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