PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases

metrics 2024

Advancing knowledge on overlooked health challenges.

Introduction

PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases is a leading Open Access journal published by the Public Library of Science since 2007, dedicated to advancing research and awareness in the field of neglected tropical diseases. With an impressive 2023 impact factor reflected in its Q1 ranking in categories such as Infectious Diseases, Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics, as well as Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health, this journal is recognized as a vital resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and students alike. It is positioned prominently within the academic community, ranked in the top tier of journals according to Scopus, demonstrating its significant contribution to knowledge and innovation in global health. With its commitment to disseminating free and accessible scientific insights, PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases plays a crucial role in addressing pressing health challenges and promoting a deeper understanding of diseases often overlooked in mainstream health discourse. For further information and to access its rich repository of articles, please visit the journal's website.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.26
Journal Impact Factor3.40
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.60
H-Index163
Journal IF Without Self3.40
Eigen Factor0.04
Normal Eigen Factor8.19
Influence1.06
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life6.40
Citing Half Life8.30
JCI1.05
Total Documents10724
WOS Total Citations33654
SCIMAGO Total Citations128345
SCIMAGO SELF Citations14322
Scopus Journal Rank1.26
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.50
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.72
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.83

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health in Medicine
Rank #82/665
Percentile 87.67
Quartile Q1
Infectious Diseases in Medicine
Rank #81/344
Percentile 76.45
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

PARASITOLOGY
Rank 9/45
Percentile 81.10
Quartile Q1
TROPICAL MEDICINE
Rank 5/28
Percentile 83.90
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

PARASITOLOGY
Rank 11/45
Percentile 75.56
Quartile Q1
TROPICAL MEDICINE
Rank 6/28
Percentile 78.57
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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