Raumforschung und Raumordnung-Spatial Research and Planning

metrics 2024

Unlocking the complexities of geography and planning.

Introduction

Raumforschung und Raumordnung - Spatial Research and Planning (ISSN: 0034-0111, E-ISSN: 1869-4179), published by OEKOM VERLAG GMBH, is a prominent scholarly journal based in Germany, focusing on critical issues in spatial research and planning. Established in 1977, this Open Access journal has been providing free access to its content since 1998, allowing researchers, professionals, and students to engage with high-quality studies exploring the intricacies of urban studies, environmental science, and geography. With a notable impact in its field, evidenced by its Q2 ranking in Urban Studies and Q3 rankings in Earth and Planetary Sciences, the journal plays a vital role in fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, advancing knowledge, and influencing policies across various spatial domains. It continues to evolve and adapt, having converged its years of publication effectively, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to stay informed on the latest trends and research within the realms of spatial planning and environmental analysis.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.28
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)1.40
H-Index7
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.04
Influence0.28
Immediacy Index1.00
Cited Half Life8.50
Citing Half Life8.00
JCI0.25
Total Documents196
WOS Total Citations412
SCIMAGO Total Citations256
SCIMAGO SELF Citations48
Scopus Journal Rank0.28
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.96
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.89
Cites / Document (4 Years)0.82

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Urban Studies in Social Sciences
Rank #130/279
Percentile 53.41
Quartile Q2
Geography, Planning and Development in Social Sciences
Rank #496/821
Percentile 39.59
Quartile Q3
Environmental Science (miscellaneous) in Environmental Science
Rank #143/219
Percentile 34.70
Quartile Q3

IF (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY
Rank 111/171
Percentile 35.40
Quartile Q3

JCI (Web Of Science)

GEOGRAPHY
Rank 116/172
Percentile 32.56
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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