TECHNOLOGY AND DISABILITY

metrics 2024

Empowering Lives Through Innovative Technology.

Introduction

TECHNOLOGY AND DISABILITY, published by IOS PRESS, is a pivotal journal residing at the intersection of technology, rehabilitation, and health informatics. Since its inception in 1992, this journal has provided a vital platform for disseminating innovative research and findings that focus on the application of technology in addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities. With an ISSN of 1055-4181 and an E-ISSN of 1878-643X, it is recognized for its contributions to the field despite its current Q4 quartile ranking in Biomedical Engineering and Health Informatics, alongside a respectable Q3 ranking in Rehabilitation as of 2023. This ranking reflects a commitment to advancing knowledge in a vital area that impacts many lives. Although the journal is not open access, its comprehensive scope encompasses a range of disciplines making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students looking to explore the ongoing advancements at the nexus of technology and disability. Located in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, TECHNOLOGY AND DISABILITY remains a key publication for those dedicated to improving lives through technology.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank0.21
Journal Impact Factor0.70
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)-
H-Index38
Journal IF Without Self0.70
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.03
Influence-
Immediacy Index0.10
Cited Half Life14.40
Citing Half Life7.50
JCI0.26
Total Documents560
WOS Total Citations349
SCIMAGO Total Citations1220
SCIMAGO SELF Citations74
Scopus Journal Rank0.21
Cites / Document (2 Years)0.90
Cites / Document (3 Years)0.97
Cites / Document (4 Years)1.05

Metrics History

Rank 2024

Scopus

Rehabilitation in Medicine
Rank #93/161
Percentile 42.24
Quartile Q3
Health Informatics in Medicine
Rank #109/138
Percentile 21.01
Quartile Q4
Biomedical Engineering in Engineering
Rank #248/303
Percentile 18.15
Quartile Q4

IF (Web Of Science)

REHABILITATION
Rank 146/169
Percentile 13.90
Quartile Q4

JCI (Web Of Science)

REHABILITATION
Rank 150/169
Percentile 11.24
Quartile Q4

Quartile History

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