PLANT SCIENCE

metrics 2024

Advancing the Frontiers of Plant Research.

Introduction

Plant Science, published by Elsevier Ireland Ltd, is a premier journal dedicated to advancing research in the fields of agronomy, crop science, and plant genetics. With an impressive impact factor reflected in its ranking as Q1 in Agronomy and Crop Science, as well as Q1 in Plant Science, this journal operates at the cutting edge of plant research, making significant contributions to our understanding of plant biology and its applications. Since its inception in 1985, Plant Science has become a vital resource for researchers, professionals, and students alike, providing a platform for innovative studies that inform agricultural practices and enhance crop production systems. The journal is indexed in Scopus, ranking 37th out of 516 in Plant Science and 34th out of 406 in Agronomy and Crop Science, establishing its authority and relevance in the academic community. Although it does not currently offer open access options, the journal remains committed to disseminating high-quality, peer-reviewed research that fits well within its comprehensive scope up to 2024. With this exceptional reputation, Plant Science ensures that readers are engaged with timely and significant findings that can propel the future of plant science forward.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.13
Journal Impact Factor4.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)4.90
H-Index183
Journal IF Without Self4.20
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.39
Influence0.86
Immediacy Index0.90
Cited Half Life9.10
Citing Half Life8.80
JCI1.04
Total Documents5925
WOS Total Citations21962
SCIMAGO Total Citations57682
SCIMAGO SELF Citations2066
Scopus Journal Rank1.13
Cites / Document (2 Years)4.67
Cites / Document (3 Years)5.26
Cites / Document (4 Years)5.72

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Plant Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #37/516
Percentile 92.83
Quartile Q1
Agronomy and Crop Science in Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Rank #34/406
Percentile 91.63
Quartile Q1
Genetics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #58/347
Percentile 83.29
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Rank 88/313
Percentile 72.00
Quartile Q2
PLANT SCIENCES
Rank 42/265
Percentile 84.30
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOCHEMISTRY & MOLECULAR BIOLOGY
Rank 68/313
Percentile 78.27
Quartile Q1
PLANT SCIENCES
Rank 45/265
Percentile 83.02
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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