RARE METALS

metrics 2024

Unveiling the Potential of Rare Metals

Introduction

RARE METALS is a prestigious journal at the forefront of materials science, dedicated to advancing the understanding of metallic materials and their applications. Published by the Nonferrous Metals Society of China, this journal has established itself as a leading platform for cutting-edge research in areas including condensed matter physics, materials chemistry, metals and alloys, and physical and theoretical chemistry. With an impressive impact factor and consistently ranked within the Q1 quartile across multiple categories, RARE METALS ranks highly on Scopus, illustrating its significant contribution to the field—such as a remarkable rank of 11/176 in Materials Science for Metals and Alloys and 23/434 in Condensed Matter Physics. Although it operates under a subscription model, its rigorous peer-review process ensures that only the most impactful research is published, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students engaged in material innovation. Join the global network of materials science by contributing to or exploring the wealth of knowledge RARE METALS offers, fostering advancements in areas vital for technological progress and industrial applications.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank1.43
Journal Impact Factor9.60
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)6.90
H-Index59
Journal IF Without Self9.60
Eigen Factor0.01
Normal Eigen Factor2.31
Influence1.01
Immediacy Index1.50
Cited Half Life2.60
Citing Half Life4.80
JCI1.42
Total Documents3961
WOS Total Citations11256
SCIMAGO Total Citations21863
SCIMAGO SELF Citations3355
Scopus Journal Rank1.43
Cites / Document (2 Years)7.75
Cites / Document (3 Years)7.44
Cites / Document (4 Years)6.79

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Condensed Matter Physics in Physics and Astronomy
Rank #23/434
Percentile 94.70
Quartile Q1
Metals and Alloys in Materials Science
Rank #11/176
Percentile 93.75
Quartile Q1
Materials Chemistry in Materials Science
Rank #24/317
Percentile 92.43
Quartile Q1
Physical and Theoretical Chemistry in Chemistry
Rank #17/189
Percentile 91.01
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 55/438
Percentile 87.60
Quartile Q1
METALLURGY & METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING
Rank 3/90
Percentile 97.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY
Rank 61/438
Percentile 86.07
Quartile Q1
METALLURGY & METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING
Rank 5/91
Percentile 94.51
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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