ORIGINS OF LIFE AND EVOLUTION OF BIOSPHERES

metrics 2024

Charting the Evolutionary Landscape of Biospheres

Introduction

Origins of Life and Evolution of Biospheres is a distinguished academic journal published by Springer, dedicated to exploring the intricate connections between biological evolution and planetary sciences. Since its inception in 1984, this journal has served as a vital platform for interdisciplinary research, fostering a deeper understanding of the origins and development of life on Earth and beyond. With an Impact Factor reflective of its rigorous scholarly contributions, Origins of Life is currently ranked Q3 in multiple categories, including Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics, Medicine (miscellaneous), and Space and Planetary Science. With a commitment to advancing knowledge in these crucial fields, the journal caters to a diverse audience—ranging from researchers and professionals to students—who are keen on delving into the complexities of life's evolution in relation to ecological and extraterrestrial contexts. Although the journal is not open access, its critical insights drive significant academic discourse and innovation, making it an essential resource for those dedicated to understanding the biospheric processes that shape the living world.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.37
Journal Impact Factor1.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.70
H-Index70
Journal IF Without Self1.90
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.06
Influence0.42
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life19.90
Citing Half Life13.40
JCI0.50
Total Documents890
WOS Total Citations1564
SCIMAGO Total Citations4688
SCIMAGO SELF Citations471
Scopus Journal Rank0.37
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.94
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.90
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.68

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #281/721
Percentile 61.03
Quartile Q2
Space and Planetary Science in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #60/104
Percentile 42.31
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOLOGY
Rank 52/109
Percentile 52.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOLOGY
Rank 59/109
Percentile 45.87
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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