MATERNAL AND CHILD HEALTH JOURNAL

metrics 2024

Advancing maternal and child health through impactful research.

Introduction

The Maternal and Child Health Journal, published by Springer/Plenum Publishers, stands as a leading platform for the dissemination of rigorous research in the fields of maternal and child health. With an impressive impact reflected in its 2023 Q1 ranking in Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health and strong placements in related categories such as Epidemiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Public Health, this journal serves as a crucial resource for researchers and practitioners eager to stay at the forefront of advancements and debates in the field. The journal, issued with both ISSN 1092-7875 and E-ISSN 1573-6628, supports a broad range of accessible research that aims to improve maternal and child health outcomes across diverse populations, while its convergence from 1997 to 2024 demonstrates its long-standing commitment to this critical area of study. With an emphasis on evidence-based findings and innovative approaches, the Maternal and Child Health Journal is an essential read for those devoted to enhancing health policies and practices that affect mothers and children worldwide.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.83
Journal Impact Factor1.80
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.30
H-Index103
Journal IF Without Self1.80
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.72
Influence0.85
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life7.80
Citing Half Life7.20
JCI0.54
Total Documents3862
WOS Total Citations7732
SCIMAGO Total Citations21949
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1150
Scopus Journal Rank0.83
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.81
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.19
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.29

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health in Medicine
Rank #130/330
Percentile 60.61
Quartile Q2
Obstetrics and Gynecology in Medicine
Rank #93/209
Percentile 55.50
Quartile Q2
Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #315/665
Percentile 52.63
Quartile Q2
Epidemiology in Medicine
Rank #83/148
Percentile 43.92
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 239/403
Percentile 40.80
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

PUBLIC, ENVIRONMENTAL & OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH
Rank 253/403
Percentile 37.22
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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