LABORATORY ANIMALS

metrics 2024

Elevating research through innovative animal welfare practices.

Introduction

LABORATORY ANIMALS is a premier journal published by SAGE PUBLICATIONS INC, dedicated to advancing the field of laboratory animal science. With an impressive impact factor that places it in the Q1 quartile for both Animal Science and Zoology, and Veterinary disciplines, it ranks remarkably at #13 out of 194 in General Veterinary and #62 out of 490 in Animal Science on Scopus. Established in 1970 and set to continue its trajectory until 2024, the journal covers a wide range of topics relevant to researchers, professionals, and students interested in the ethical and scientific use of laboratory animals. Although it operates under a traditional subscription model, its high-quality publications provide essential insights into veterinary practices, animal welfare, and translational research. The journal serves not only as a critical resource for contemporary research but also as a platform for dialogue on best practices in laboratory animal care, making it indispensable for anyone invested in the advancement of veterinary and animal sciences.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.60
Journal Impact Factor1.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.30
H-Index77
Journal IF Without Self1.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.26
Influence0.54
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life10.00
Citing Half Life9.90
JCI0.61
Total Documents1449
WOS Total Citations2465
SCIMAGO Total Citations6067
SCIMAGO SELF Citations454
Scopus Journal Rank0.60
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.06
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.75
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.77

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

General Veterinary in Veterinary
Rank #13/194
Percentile 93.30
Quartile Q1
Animal Science and Zoology in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #62/490
Percentile 87.35
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

VETERINARY SCIENCES
Rank 78/167
Percentile 53.60
Quartile Q2
ZOOLOGY
Rank 69/180
Percentile 61.90
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

VETERINARY SCIENCES
Rank 83/168
Percentile 50.60
Quartile Q2
ZOOLOGY
Rank 90/180
Percentile 50.00
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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