Latin American Journal of Aquatic Research

metrics 2024

Pioneering Open Access for Aquatic Research Insights

Introduction

Latin American Journal of Aquatic Research (ISSN: 0718-560X) is a distinguished scholarly publication that has been paving the way for aquatic science research since its transition to Open Access in 2008, allowing unhindered access to diverse scientific inquiries conducted in Latin America and beyond. Published by Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Valparaiso in Chile, this journal serves as a vital platform for researchers and practitioners in the fields of Aquatic Science and Oceanography. With an esteemed Q3 ranking in both categories as of 2023, it is dedicated to disseminating high-quality research findings that address pressing ecological and biological challenges. The journal’s reach and impact are reflected in its Scopus rankings, where it stands at the 36th percentile in Oceanography and the 35th percentile in Aquatic Science. Researchers, professionals, and students alike will find valuable insights and data-driven articles that further the understanding of aquatic ecosystems, making it an essential resource for ongoing studies and future innovations.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.28
Journal Impact Factor0.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.90
H-Index35
Journal IF Without Self0.80
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.16
Influence0.20
Immediacy Index0.20
Cited Half Life7.10
Citing Half Life12.90
JCI0.29
Total Documents1514
WOS Total Citations1121
SCIMAGO Total Citations3253
SCIMAGO SELF Citations323
Scopus Journal Rank0.28
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.92
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.99
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.04

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Oceanography in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #92/145
Percentile 36.55
Quartile Q3
Aquatic Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #160/247
Percentile 35.22
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

FISHERIES
Rank 46/62
Percentile 26.60
Quartile Q3
MARINE & FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
Rank 91/119
Percentile 23.90
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

FISHERIES
Rank 51/62
Percentile 17.74
Quartile Q4
MARINE & FRESHWATER BIOLOGY
Rank 96/119
Percentile 19.33
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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