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Lasers in Medical Science

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

2.57

h-Index

2022-2023

 81

Rank

2022-2023

 9816

SJR

2022-2023

 0.529

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 Lasers in Medical Science
Abbreviation Lasers Med. Sci.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Dermatology (Q2); Surgery (Q2)
h-index 81
Overall Rank/Ranking 9816
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 0.529
Impact Score 2.57
Publisher Springer London
Country United Kingdom
ISSN 1435604X, 02688921
Best Quartile Q2
Coverage History 1986-2022




Aim and Scope


Lasers in Medical Science has established itself as the leading international journal publication in the rapidly expanding field of the medical applications of lasers and light. It provides a forum for the publication of papers on the technical, experimental and clinical aspects of the use of medical lasers, including the use of lasers in surgery, endoscopy, angioplasty, hyperthermia of tumours, and photodynamic therapy.

In addition, the journal publishes articles on the medical application of new lasers, light delivery systems, sensors to monitor laser effects, basic laser-tissue interactions and the modelling of laser-tissue interactions. The journal also welcomes articles relating to the use of non-laser light-tissue interactions.


About Lasers in Medical Science


Lasers in Medical Science is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Dermatology (Q2); Surgery (Q2). It is published by Springer London. The overall rank of Lasers in Medical Science is 9816. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.529. 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 81. The best quartile for this journal is Q2.

The ISSN of Lasers in Medical Science journal is 1435604X, 02688921. 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. Lasers in Medical Science is cited by a total of 1833 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2022).


Lasers in Medical Science Impact IF 2022-2023


The Impact IF 2022 of Lasers in Medical Science is 2.57, which is computed in 2023 as per its definition. Lasers in Medical Science IF is decreased by a factor of 0.25 and approximate percentage change is -8.87% 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

Lasers in Medical Science Impact IF 2023 Prediction


Impact IF 2022 of Lasers in Medical Science is 2.57. If the same downward trend persists, Impact IF may fall in 2023 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Lasers in Medical Science. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 2.57
2021 2.82
2020 2.62
2019 2.45
2018 2.20
2017 2.13
2016 2.61
2015 2.62
2014 2.59

Lasers in Medical Science h-index


  Table Setting

Lasers in Medical Science has an h-index of 81. It means 81 articles of this journal have more than 81 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.




Lasers in Medical Science ISSN


The ISSN of Lasers in Medical Science is 1435604X, 02688921. 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

Lasers in Medical Science Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Lasers in Medical Science is 9816. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 0.529. 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 Lasers in Medical Science by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 0.529
2021 0.623
2020 0.721
2019 0.622
2018 0.692
2017 0.713
2016 0.896
2015 1.069
2014 0.900

Ranking of Lasers in Medical Science by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 9816
2021 7913
2020 6886
2019 7935
2018 6963
2017 6633
2016 5096
2015 4023
2014 4996

Lasers in Medical Science Publisher


Table Setting

Lasers in Medical Science is published by Springer London. It's publishing house is located in United Kingdom. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 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 Lasers in Medical Science is Lasers Med. Sci.. This abbreviation ('Lasers Med. Sci.') 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 Lasers in Medical Science


If your research field is/are related to Dermatology (Q2); Surgery (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 Lasers in Medical Science?

Lasers in Medical Science latest impact IF is 2.57. It's evaluated in the year 2022. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 2.82 (2021) and 2.13 (2017), respectively, in the last 9 years. Moreover, its average IS is 2.51 in the previous 9 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The Lasers in Medical Science has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 0.529, 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 1.069 in 2015 and the lowest being 0.529 in 2022. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Lasers in Medical Science over the previous 9-year period stands at 2.51.


What's the latest h-index of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The latest h-index of the Lasers in Medical Science is 81.


Who's the publisher of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The Lasers in Medical Science is published by the Springer London, with its country of publication being the United Kingdom.


What's the current ranking of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The Lasers in Medical Science is currently ranked 9816 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 4023 in 2015 and its lowest position of 9816 in 2022.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Lasers in Medical Science?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Lasers in Medical Science is Lasers Med. Sci..


Is the "Lasers in Medical Science" classified as a Journal, Conference and Proceedings, Trade Journal or Book Series?

Lasers in Medical Science is classified as a journal that the Springer London publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The Lasers in Medical Science encompasses the following areas:

  • Dermatology
  • Surgery

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


What's the ISSN of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The Lasers in Medical Science is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 1435604X, 02688921.


What's the best quartile of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The best quartile for the Lasers in Medical Science is Q2 (2022).


What's the coverage history of the Lasers in Medical Science?

The Lasers in Medical Science coverage history can be summarized as follows: 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 Lasers in Medical Science

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 2.57
2021 2.82
2020 2.62
2019 2.45
2018 2.20
2017 2.13
2016 2.61
2015 2.62
2014 2.59



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