Research Ethics

metrics 2024

Transforming Ethical Challenges into Scholarly Dialogue.

Introduction

Research Ethics is a leading journal published by SAGE Publications Inc that fosters scholarly discourse at the intersection of ethical considerations and research practices. As an Open Access platform since 2018, it ensures that critical insights on ethical dilemmas faced by researchers are freely available to a global audience, significantly enhancing its reach and impact. With an impressive impact factor reflected in its Q1 and Q2 rankings in Philosophy and Education respectively for 2023, this journal occupies a vital space for researchers and professionals aiming to navigate the complex ethical landscape of contemporary research. As indicated by its strong Scopus rankings, falling into the 95th percentile in Arts and Humanities (Philosophy) and 77th percentile in Social Sciences (Education), Research Ethics is essential for anyone interested in contributing to or understanding ethical practices in research. The journal encompasses a broad scope, encouraging submissions that explore diverse aspects of research ethics, promoting high standards and integrity across disciplines. Join a community dedicated to advancing ethical research methodologies and contributing meaningfully to the dialogue that shapes the future of moral practices in academia.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.52
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index18
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.17
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.80
Cited Half Life4.50
Citing Half Life6.70
JCI0.89
Total Documents257
WOS Total Citations438
SCIMAGO Total Citations822
SCIMAGO SELF Citations45
Scopus Journal Rank0.52
Cites / Document (2 Years)2.34
Cites / Document (3 Years)2.41
Cites / Document (4 Years)2.52

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Philosophy in Arts and Humanities
Rank #34/806
Percentile 95.78
Quartile Q1
Education in Social Sciences
Rank #355/1543
Percentile 76.99
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

ETHICS
Rank 22/77
Percentile 72.10
Quartile Q2
MEDICAL ETHICS
Rank 8/23
Percentile 67.40
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL ISSUES
Rank 21/67
Percentile 69.40
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ETHICS
Rank 29/77
Percentile 62.34
Quartile Q2
MEDICAL ETHICS
Rank 11/23
Percentile 52.17
Quartile Q2
SOCIAL ISSUES
Rank 22/67
Percentile 67.16
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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