PHILOSOPHY & PUBLIC AFFAIRS

metrics 2024

Exploring the Nexus of Thought and Action

Introduction

PHILOSOPHY & PUBLIC AFFAIRS is a prestigious academic journal published by Wiley, renowned for its rigorous exploration of the intersections between philosophical inquiry and pressing public issues. Since its inception in 1973, this journal has become a leading platform in the fields of history and philosophy of science, political science and international relations, and social sciences, achieving a remarkable Q1 ranking across these domains in 2023. With substantial impact reflected in its Scopus rankings—16th in Arts and Humanities for History and Philosophy of Science and 99th in Social Sciences for Political Science—the journal serves as an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to engage with influential ideas and contemporary debates. While the journal is not currently open access, it continues to broaden the discourse surrounding ethical governance, civic engagement, and global justice through its diverse range of published articles. For scholars striving to deepen their understanding of vital societal challenges, PHILOSOPHY & PUBLIC AFFAIRS promises invaluable insights and a compelling intellectual experience.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.60
Journal Impact Factor3.30
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.50
H-Index81
Journal IF Without Self3.30
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.37
Influence3.11
Immediacy Index0.50
Cited Half Life25.30
Citing Half Life12.00
JCI2.05
Total Documents330
WOS Total Citations2687
SCIMAGO Total Citations2435
SCIMAGO SELF Citations90
Scopus Journal Rank1.60
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.64
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.54
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.53

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

History and Philosophy of Science in Arts and Humanities
Rank #16/223
Percentile 92.83
Quartile Q1
Political Science and International Relations in Social Sciences
Rank #99/706
Percentile 85.98
Quartile Q1
Social Sciences (miscellaneous) in Social Sciences
Rank #101/604
Percentile 83.28
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ETHICS
Rank 9/77
Percentile 89.00
Quartile Q1
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 40/317
Percentile 87.50
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

ETHICS
Rank 6/77
Percentile 92.21
Quartile Q1
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Rank 25/317
Percentile 92.11
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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