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Leading Edge

Impact, Factor and Metrics, Impact Score, Ranking, h-index, SJR, Rating, Publisher, ISSN, and More

Last Updated on October 31, 2023

Impact Score

2022-2023

0.99

h-Index

2022-2023

 93

Rank

2022-2023

 9057

SJR

2022-2023

 0.572

Note: The impact score or impact index shown here is equivalent to the average number of times documents published in a journal/conference in the past two years have been cited in the current year (i.e., Cites / Doc. (2 years)). It is based on Scopus data and can be a little higher or different compared to the impact factor (IF) produced by Journal Citation Report. Please refer to the Web of Science data source to check the exact journal impact factor ™ (Thomson Reuters) metric.

Important Metrics and Factor

Title Leading Edge
Abbreviation Lead. Edge
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Geology (Q2); Geophysics (Q2)
h-index 93
Overall Rank/Ranking 9057
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 0.572
Impact Score 0.99
Publisher Society of Exploration Geophysicists
Country United States
ISSN 1070485X
Best Quartile Q2
Coverage History 1958, 1982-1984, 1986-2022




About Leading Edge


Leading Edge is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Geology (Q2); Geophysics (Q2). It is published by Society of Exploration Geophysicists. The overall rank of Leading Edge is 9057. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.572. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come. SJR acts as an alternative to the Journal Impact Factor (or an average number of citations received in last 2 years). This journal has an h-index of 93. The best quartile for this journal is Q2.

The ISSN of Leading Edge journal is 1070485X. An International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic. Leading Edge is cited by a total of 812 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2022).


Leading Edge Impact IF 2022-2023


The Impact IF 2022 of Leading Edge is 0.99, which is computed in 2023 as per its definition. Leading Edge IF is decreased by a factor of 0.24 and approximate percentage change is -19.51% when compared to preceding year 2021, which shows a falling trend. The impact IF, also denoted as Journal impact score (JIS), of an academic journal is a measure of the yearly average number of citations to recent articles published in that journal. It is based on Scopus data.

Table Setting

Leading Edge Impact IF 2023 Prediction


Impact IF 2022 of Leading Edge is 0.99. If the same downward trend persists, Impact IF may fall in 2023 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Leading Edge. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 0.99
2021 1.23
2020 2.03
2019 2.49
2018 1.29
2017 1.04
2016 0.63
2015 0.87
2014 1.24

Leading Edge h-index


  Table Setting

Leading Edge has an h-index of 93. It means 93 articles of this journal have more than 93 number of citations. The h-index is a way of measuring the productivity and citation impact of the publications. The h-index is defined as the maximum value of h such that the given journal/author has published h papers that have each been cited at least h number of times.




Leading Edge ISSN


The ISSN of Leading Edge is 1070485X. ISSN stands for International Standard Serial Number.

An ISSN is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic.

Table Setting

Leading Edge Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Leading Edge is 9057. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.572. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come.

SJR of Leading Edge by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 0.572
2021 0.937
2020 0.498
2019 0.726
2018 0.375
2017 0.386
2016 0.727
2015 0.689
2014 0.974

Ranking of Leading Edge by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 9057
2021 4500
2020 10119
2019 6695
2018 11852
2017 11198
2016 6477
2015 6902
2014 4508

Leading Edge Publisher


Table Setting

Leading Edge is published by Society of Exploration Geophysicists. It's publishing house is located in United States. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1958, 1982-1984, 1986-2022. The organization or individual who handles the printing and distribution of printed or digital publications is known as Publisher.


Call For Papers


Visit the official website of the journal/conference to check the further details about the call for papers.


Abbreviation


The IS0 4 standard abbreviation of Leading Edge is Lead. Edge. This abbreviation ('Lead. Edge') is well recommended and approved for the purpose of indexing, abstraction, referencing and citing goals. It meets all the essential criteria of ISO 4 standard.

ISO 4 (International Organization for Standardization 4) is an international standard that defines a uniform and consistent system for abbreviating serial publication titles and journals.


How to publish in Leading Edge


If your research field is/are related to Geology (Q2); Geophysics (Q2), then please visit the official website of this journal.


Acceptance Rate


The acceptance rate/percentage of any academic journal/conference depends upon many parameters. Some of the critical parameters are listed below.

  • The demand or interest of researchers/scientists in publishing in a specific Journal/Conference.
  • Peer review complexity and timeline.
  • The mix of unsolicited and invited submissions.
  • The time it takes from manuscript submission to final publication.
  • And Many More.

It is essential to understand that the acceptance rate/rejection rate of papers varies among journals. Some Journals considers all the manuscripts submissions as a basis of acceptance rate computation. On the other hand, few consider the only manuscripts sent for peer review or few even not bother about the accurate maintenance of total submissions. Hence, it can provide a rough estimation only.

The best way to find out the acceptance rate is to reach out to the associated editor or to check the official website of the Journal/Conference.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What's the latest impact IF of the Leading Edge?

Leading Edge latest impact IF is 0.99. It's evaluated in the year 2022. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 2.49 (2019) and 0.63 (2016), respectively, in the last 9 years. Moreover, its average IS is 1.31 in the previous 9 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Leading Edge?

The Leading Edge has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 0.572, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2023. In the past 9 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 0.974 in 2014 and the lowest being 0.375 in 2018. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Leading Edge over the previous 9-year period stands at 1.31.


What's the latest h-index of the Leading Edge?

The latest h-index of the Leading Edge is 93.


Who's the publisher of the Leading Edge?

The Leading Edge is published by the Society of Exploration Geophysicists, with its country of publication being the United States.


What's the current ranking of the Leading Edge?

The Leading Edge is currently ranked 9057 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 9 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 4500 in 2021 and its lowest position of 11852 in 2018.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Leading Edge?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Leading Edge is Lead. Edge.


Is the "Leading Edge" classified as a Journal, Conference and Proceedings, Trade Journal or Book Series?

Leading Edge is classified as a journal that the Society of Exploration Geophysicists publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Leading Edge?

The Leading Edge encompasses the following areas:

  • Geology
  • Geophysics

For a more comprehensive understanding of its scope, check the official website of this journal.


What's the ISSN of the Leading Edge?

The Leading Edge is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 1070485X.


What's the best quartile of the Leading Edge?

The best quartile for the Leading Edge is Q2 (2022).


What's the coverage history of the Leading Edge?

The Leading Edge coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1958, 1982-1984, 1986-2022.


Credits and Sources


  • Scimago Journal & Country Rank (SJR), https://www.scimagojr.com/
  • Journal Impact Factor, https://clarivate.com/



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Year wise Impact Score (IS) of Leading Edge

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 0.99
2021 1.23
2020 2.03
2019 2.49
2018 1.29
2017 1.04
2016 0.63
2015 0.87
2014 1.24



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