Royal Society Open Science

metrics 2024

Leading the way in accessible, influential scientific exploration.

Introduction

Royal Society Open Science is a premier open-access journal published by the esteemed Royal Society, dedicated to fostering multidisciplinary research across various fields of science. Since its inception in 2014, this journal has distinguished itself within the academic community, achieving a remarkable Q1 ranking in the multidisciplinary category as per the 2023 metrics, placing it in the top tier of its field with a Scopus rank of #19 out of 171, showcasing its influence with a notable 89th percentile. Located in the heart of London, the journal aims to provide a platform for the rapid dissemination of high-quality research, promoting innovation and collaboration among researchers worldwide. With a commitment to open access, it ensures that findings are accessible to all, encouraging engagement and discussion within the scientific community and beyond. This journal is not only a vital resource for advancing knowledge in various sciences but also a beacon of the Royal Society's mission to make science accessible and impactful.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.79
Journal Impact Factor2.90
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)3.00
H-Index83
Journal IF Without Self2.90
Eigen Factor0.03
Normal Eigen Factor5.55
Influence0.86
Immediacy Index0.60
Cited Half Life4.80
Citing Half Life9.30
JCI0.90
Total Documents5531
WOS Total Citations15809
SCIMAGO Total Citations42538
SCIMAGO SELF Citations908
Scopus Journal Rank0.79
Cites / Document (2 Years)3.01
Cites / Document (3 Years)3.36
Cites / Document (4 Years)3.41

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Multidisciplinary in Multidisciplinary
Rank #19/171
Percentile 88.89
Quartile Q1

IF (Web Of Science)

MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCES
Rank 31/134
Percentile 77.20
Quartile Q1

JCI (Web Of Science)

MULTIDISCIPLINARY SCIENCES
Rank 31/135
Percentile 77.04
Quartile Q1

Quartile History

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