TD-The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa

metrics 2024

Cultivating a vibrant academic community in Southern Africa.

Introduction

TD-The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, published by AOSIS, is a pioneering academic journal dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary research across various fields in the Southern African region. With an Open Access model established in 2005, this journal ensures that valuable research is accessible to a wide audience, enhancing collaboration and knowledge sharing among researchers, professionals, and students. The journal’s commitment to transdisciplinary approaches reflects its objective to bridge the gap between theory and practice, fostering innovative solutions to complex societal challenges. Positioned as a vital resource in the academic community, TD-Journal encourages submissions that contribute to academic excellence and impactful research within Southern Africa and beyond. As a medium for fostering scholarly dialogue, it aims to inspire future generations of researchers to engage thoughtfully with pressing global issues.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor0.20
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)0.50
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self0.20
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.03
Influence0.12
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life5.80
Citing Half Life7.20
JCI0.18
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations155
SCIMAGO Total Citations-
SCIMAGO SELF Citations-
Scopus Journal Rank-
Cites / Document (2 Years)-
Cites / Document (3 Years)-
Cites / Document (4 Years)-

Metrics History

Rank 2024

IF (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 218/263
Percentile 17.30
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

SOCIAL SCIENCES, INTERDISCIPLINARY
Rank 181/263
Percentile 31.18
Quartile Q3

Quartile History

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