Urban Science

metrics 2024

Advancing Sustainable Solutions for Modern Cities

Introduction

Urban Science, published by MDPI in Switzerland, is a pioneering open access journal that has been serving the academic community since 2017. With a robust focus on understanding urban environments through various interdisciplinary lenses such as Environmental Science, Geography, Planning and Development, and Urban Studies, this journal aims to advance knowledge on the complexities of urban living and the challenges that modern cities face. Recognized for its impact, Urban Science holds prestigious rankings, including Q1 in Urban Studies and Q2 in multiple relevant categories. Its presence in leading databases like Scopus, where it stands among the top percentile ranks, underscores its contribution to critical dialogues in urban research. The journal’s commitment to accessibility, targeted toward researchers, professionals, and students alike, fosters an inclusive platform for disseminating innovative ideas and solutions necessary for sustainable urban development.

Metrics 2024

SCIMAGO Journal Rank-
Journal Impact Factor2.10
Journal Impact Factor (5 years)2.40
H-Index-
Journal IF Without Self2.10
Eigen Factor0.00
Normal Eigen Factor0.43
Influence0.49
Immediacy Index0.80
Cited Half Life3.90
Citing Half Life7.30
JCI0.59
Total Documents-
WOS Total Citations1380
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)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 250/358
Percentile 30.30
Quartile Q3
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 114/182
Percentile 37.60
Quartile Q3
GEOGRAPHY
Rank 52/171
Percentile 69.90
Quartile Q2
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
Rank 35/54
Percentile 36.10
Quartile Q3
URBAN STUDIES
Rank 30/77
Percentile 61.70
Quartile Q2

JCI (Web Of Science)

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
Rank 190/359
Percentile 47.08
Quartile Q3
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
Rank 109/184
Percentile 40.76
Quartile Q3
GEOGRAPHY
Rank 74/172
Percentile 56.98
Quartile Q2
REGIONAL & URBAN PLANNING
Rank 30/54
Percentile 44.44
Quartile Q3
URBAN STUDIES
Rank 35/77
Percentile 54.55
Quartile Q2

Quartile History

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