Quaternary Geochronology

metrics 2024

Innovating Methods to Date Geological Transformations.

Introduction

Quaternary Geochronology is a leading journal published by Elsevier Ltd, specializing in the field of Earth and Planetary Sciences. With a strong emphasis on the geochronological methods and techniques used to date geological materials from the Quaternary period, this prestigious journal serves as a critical platform for disseminating significant research findings, theoretical advancements, and comprehensive reviews relevant to the stratigraphic and geological sciences. Since its inception in 2006, the journal has garnered an impressive impact factor, positioning itself in the Q1 category for its excellence in Earth and Planetary Sciences, Geology, and Stratigraphy. Quaternary Geochronology currently ranks #11 out of 55 in Stratigraphy, #74 out of 321 in Geology, and maintains a high standing across various related fields. Researchers, professionals, and students are encouraged to explore its rich archives and current issues for the latest trends, methodologies, and findings that shape our understanding of Quaternary environments. The journal does not operate under an open-access model, ensuring that high-quality peer-reviewed research is accessible while maintaining rigorous academic standards.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.81
Journal Impact Factor1.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.00
H-Index79
Journal IF Without Self1.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.51
Influence0.75
Immediacy Index0.30
Cited Half Life8.80
Citing Half Life12.10
JCI0.62
Total Documents1247
WOS Total Citations2967
SCIMAGO Total Citations10724
SCIMAGO SELF Citations1525
Scopus Journal Rank0.81
Cites / Document (2 Years)1.80
Cites / Document (3 Years)1.96
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.05

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Stratigraphy in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #11/55
Percentile 80.00
Quartile Q1
Geology in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #74/321
Percentile 76.95
Quartile Q1
Earth and Planetary Sciences (miscellaneous) in Earth and Planetary Sciences
Rank #47/159
Percentile 70.44
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY, PHYSICAL
Rank 38/65
Percentile 42.30
Quartile Q3
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 155/253
Percentile 38.90
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY, PHYSICAL
Rank 33/65
Percentile 49.23
Quartile Q3
GEOSCIENCES, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 129/253
Percentile 49.01
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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