LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION

metrics 2024

Empowering researchers with cutting-edge insights into language.

Introduction

LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION is a prestigious journal published by PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD that serves as an essential resource for researchers and practitioners in the fields of communication, linguistics, and psychology. With a focus on interdisciplinary approaches, this journal has maintained a strong impact, as evidenced by its high rankings—Q1 status in communication and linguistics, and notable categories in experimental and cognitive psychology, as highlighted by the 2023 Scopus rankings. Established in 1981, LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION combines rigorous empirical research with practical applications, making it a critical forum for advancing understanding in language use and communication theory. While currently not an Open Access journal, it offers vital insights to academics and professionals alike, facilitating knowledge dissemination and sparking meaningful dialogue within the community. Its commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by its contributions to key areas of study, positioning it as a vital publication for anyone invested in the exploration of language and human interaction.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.67
Journal Impact Factor1.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.70
H-Index52
Journal IF Without Self1.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.41
Influence0.79
Immediacy Index0.40
Cited Half Life11.10
Citing Half Life13.10
JCI0.80
Total Documents901
WOS Total Citations1646
SCIMAGO Total Citations3399
SCIMAGO SELF Citations237
Scopus Journal Rank0.67
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.69
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.94
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.96

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Language and Linguistics in Arts and Humanities
Rank #104/1088
Percentile 90.44
Quartile Q1
Linguistics and Language in Social Sciences
Rank #119/1167
Percentile 89.80
Quartile Q1
Communication in Social Sciences
Rank #117/511
Percentile 77.10
Quartile Q1
Social Psychology in Psychology
Rank #137/310
Percentile 55.81
Quartile Q2
Experimental and Cognitive Psychology in Psychology
Rank #86/165
Percentile 47.88
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

COMMUNICATION
Rank 108/227
Percentile 52.60
Quartile Q2
LINGUISTICS
Rank 97/297
Percentile 67.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

COMMUNICATION
Rank 87/227
Percentile 61.67
Quartile Q2
LINGUISTICS
Rank 135/297
Percentile 54.55
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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