PAPERS IN REGIONAL SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Exploring the dynamics of space and society.

Introduction

PAPERS IN REGIONAL SCIENCE, published by Wiley, is a leading international journal dedicated to advancing the understanding of regional science and interdisciplinary approaches to geography and environmental planning. With an impressive impact factor and a prestigious Q1 ranking in both Environmental Science and Geography, Planning and Development, this journal serves as a critical platform for disseminating high-quality research from 1955 to 2024. Covering a diverse scope including regional development, spatial analysis, and environmental issues, it facilitates discussion and knowledge exchange among scholars and practitioners. The journal is recognized for its rigorous peer-review process and its commitment to addressing pressing societal challenges through research. As a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, PAPERS IN REGIONAL SCIENCE fosters innovation and collaboration within the field, contributing to a deeper understanding of the complexities of regional systems.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.84
Journal Impact Factor2.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index77
Journal IF Without Self2.40
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.50
Influence0.76
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life8.40
Citing Half Life9.40
JCI0.58
Total Documents1138
WOS Total Citations2789
SCIMAGO Total Citations6320
SCIMAGO SELF Citations623
Scopus Journal Rank0.84
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.77
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.96
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.30

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #203/821
Percentile 75.27
Quartile Q1
Environmental Science (miscellaneous) in Environmental Science
Rank #71/219
Percentile 67.58
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 165/597
Percentile 72.40
Quartile Q2
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 97/182
Percentile 47.00
Quartile Q3
GEOGRAPHY
Rank 43/171
Percentile 75.10
Quartile Q2
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
Rank 26/54
Percentile 52.80
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ECONOMICS
Rank 262/600
Percentile 56.33
Quartile Q2
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 114/184
Percentile 38.04
Quartile Q3
GEOGRAPHY
Rank 77/172
Percentile 55.23
Quartile Q2
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
Rank 32/54
Percentile 40.74
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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