RADIATION RESEARCH

metrics 2024

Advancing knowledge in radiation science and health.

Introduction

RADIATION RESEARCH is a prestigious journal published by the RADIATION RESEARCH SOC that serves as a vital resource for professionals and researchers in the fields of biophysics, radiation science, and radiology. Established in 1954, this journal has consistently advanced the study of radiation's effects on health and the environment, bridging fundamental and applied research. It boasts an impressive impact factor reflected in its quartile rankings, including Q2 in Biophysics and Q1 in Radiation, making it a highly regarded publication within its discipline. Researchers will find valuable insights through rigorous peer-reviewed articles that explore innovative methodologies and findings related to radiation exposure, imaging technologies, and the biological consequences of radiation. Although the journal does not currently offer open access, it remains a vital reference for academia and industry, fostering a deeper understanding of radiation sciences and their implications for future research and public health.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.69
Journal Impact Factor2.50
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.70
H-Index135
Journal IF Without Self2.50
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.71
Influence0.70
Immediacy Index0.80
Cited Half Life13.90
Citing Half Life8.60
JCI0.78
Total Documents4072
WOS Total Citations8176
SCIMAGO Total Citations36506
SCIMAGO SELF Citations4640
Scopus Journal Rank0.69
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.18
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.49
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.52

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging in Medicine
Rank #97/333
Percentile 70.87
Quartile Q2
Radiation in Physics and Astronomy
Rank #18/58
Percentile 68.97
Quartile Q2
Biophysics in Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
Rank #58/152
Percentile 61.84
Quartile Q2

IF (Web Of Science)

BIOLOGY
Rank 37/109
Percentile 66.50
Quartile Q2
BIOPHYSICS
Rank 43/77
Percentile 44.80
Quartile Q3
RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING
Rank 73/204
Percentile 64.50
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

BIOLOGY
Rank 34/109
Percentile 68.81
Quartile Q2
BIOPHYSICS
Rank 19/77
Percentile 75.32
Quartile Q1
RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING
Rank 75/204
Percentile 63.24
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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