Life Sciences in Space Research

metrics 2024

Exploring the Frontiers of Life Beyond Earth

Introduction

Life Sciences in Space Research, published by ELSEVIER, is a leading journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of life sciences in the context of space exploration and extraterrestrial environments. With a focus on interdisciplinary research, the journal addresses critical topics spanning Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Astronomy and Astrophysics, Ecology, and Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis. Established in 2014 and set to continue through 2024, it is recognized with a solid impact factor and impressive quartile rankings—including Q2 in several categories, reflecting its influential position among contemporary scientific discourse. The journal welcomes a diverse array of research articles that delve into the implications of space travel on biological systems, innovative ecological practices for sustained extraterrestrial habitation, and critical health-related issues associated with radiation exposure. Researchers, professionals, and students will find Life Sciences in Space Research an invaluable resource for cutting-edge insights and developments in the rapidly evolving field of astrobiology and space science. For more information, please access the journal through its designated platform.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.51
Journal Impact Factor2.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index31
Journal IF Without Self2.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.20
Influence0.47
Immediacy Index1.10
Cited Half Life4.20
Citing Half Life9.00
JCI0.59
Total Documents454
WOS Total Citations979
SCIMAGO Total Citations2484
SCIMAGO SELF Citations292
Scopus Journal Rank0.51
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.88
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.62
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.63

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Agricultural and Biological Sciences (miscellaneous) in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #26/193
Percentile 86.53
Quartile Q1
Ecology in Environmental Science
Rank #102/461
Percentile 77.87
Quartile Q1
Radiation in Physics and Astronomy
Rank #16/58
Percentile 72.41
Quartile Q2
Astronomy and Astrophysics in Physics and Astronomy
Rank #25/90
Percentile 72.22
Quartile Q2
Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis in Environmental Science
Rank #63/148
Percentile 57.43
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS
Rank 29/84
Percentile 66.10
Quartile Q2
BIOLOGY
Rank 28/109
Percentile 74.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS
Rank 34/84
Percentile 59.52
Quartile Q2
BIOLOGY
Rank 48/109
Percentile 55.96
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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