PUBLICATIONS OF THE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF JAPAN

metrics 2024

Bridging tradition and innovation in astronomy.

Introduction

Publications of the Astronomical Society of Japan is a prestigious, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the field of astronomy and astrophysics. Published by Oxford University Press, this journal provides a platform for high-quality research, fostering scientific communication among both established researchers and emerging scholars. With an ISSN of 0004-6264 and E-ISSN 2053-051X, it is recognized for its significant impact in its field, boasting a Q2 ranking in both Astronomy and Astrophysics and Space and Planetary Science as of 2023. The journal seeks to bridge traditional and innovative approaches to expand understanding of celestial phenomena, making it an essential resource for professionals, students, and researchers alike. Researchers can access a wealth of cutting-edge studies spanning theoretical and observational aspects of astronomy from its inception in 1996 to the present day. Although the journal operates under a traditional access model, it remains a respected forum for pivotal discoveries and discussions within the global astronomical community.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.86
Journal Impact Factor2.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.30
H-Index109
Journal IF Without Self2.20
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor1.85
Influence1.42
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life9.20
Citing Half Life11.80
JCI0.54
Total Documents3506
WOS Total Citations6354
SCIMAGO Total Citations25234
SCIMAGO SELF Citations4637
Scopus Journal Rank0.86
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.12
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.92
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.30

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Astronomy and Astrophysics in Physics and Astronomy
Rank #36/90
Percentile 60.00
Quartile Q2
Space and Planetary Science in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #46/104
Percentile 55.77
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS
Rank 39/84
Percentile 54.20
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ASTRONOMY & ASTROPHYSICS
Rank 39/84
Percentile 53.57
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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