JOURNAL OF WOOD SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Shaping the future of biomaterials and forestry.

Introduction

The JOURNAL OF WOOD SCIENCE, published by SPRINGER JAPAN KK, stands at the forefront of research in the field of wood science and forestry. With an ISSN of 1435-0211 and an E-ISSN of 1611-4663, this journal has been a vital resource since its inception in 1998, continuing to contribute valuable insights through 2024. As an Open Access publication since 2019, it ensures that groundbreaking research is accessible to a wide audience, fostering knowledge dissemination in the disciplines of Biomaterials and Forestry, where it holds prestigious rankings in Q3 and Q1 categories, respectively. Furthermore, it is recognized within Scopus, ranking #26 out of 174 in Agricultural and Biological Sciences - Forestry and #66 out of 137 in Materials Science - Biomaterials, reflecting its significant impact and relevancy in academic circles. Based in Tokyo, Japan, the journal aims to promote high-quality research that drives innovation and sustainability in wood-related disciplines, making it an essential read for researchers, industry professionals, and students alike.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.52
Journal Impact Factor2.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.50
H-Index74
Journal IF Without Self2.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.30
Influence0.44
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life10.50
Citing Half Life11.00
JCI0.92
Total Documents1945
WOS Total Citations3382
SCIMAGO Total Citations7235
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1095
Scopus Journal Rank0.52
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.55
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.79
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.96

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Forestry in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #26/174
Percentile 85.06
Quartile Q1
Biomaterials in Materials Science
Rank #66/137
Percentile 51.82
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

FORESTRY
Rank 23/89
Percentile 74.70
Quartile Q2
MATERIALS SCIENCE, PAPER & WOOD
Rank 5/23
Percentile 80.40
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

FORESTRY
Rank 21/89
Percentile 76.40
Quartile Q1
MATERIALS SCIENCE, PAPER & WOOD
Rank 5/23
Percentile 78.26
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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